Pettigrew to run Lotto Commission
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Washington Governor Jay Inslee named Eric Pettigrew to serve as director of the Washington State Lottery Commission Tuesday.
OLYMPIA – Gov. Jay Inslee named Eric Pettigrew to serve as director of the Washington State Lottery Commission Tuesday, according to a release by Inslee’s office.
“Eric has an impressive track record of leadership, collaborating with others and success as a legislator and public servant. I know he will lead the Lottery with integrity and ensuring the trust of the people we serve,” Inslee said.
Pettigrew replaces Marcus Glasper, who left the position at the end of March to become director the Department of Licensing, the release states. Pettigrew is currently vice president of government relations and outreach at Seattle Kraken Hockey, a position he has held since 2019. His position with the lottery commission begins May 1.
Pettigrew received his Bachelor of Science in public policy and sociology from Oregon State University, and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Washington. From 2003 to 2021, he represented the 37th legislative district in Washington's House of Representatives, including 10 years as Caucus Chair.
“I look forward to working with Eric as Washington's Lottery continues to provide entertainment for Washingtonians to enjoy responsibly while creating revenue for our state's early childhood education program and our nation-leading college grant program.”
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