North Carolina Education Lottery Commission Minutes
The meeting commenced with mandatory ethics announcements and remote meeting compliance disclosures. Key discussions included an annual update on the NC Problem Gambling Program, detailing helpline data, program metrics, and the funding source (solely the Lottery, as Tribal Casinos are exempt). The Revenue Generating Committee reported on standard updates and one action item. The Product Development update covered Digital Instants, instant win games, scratch-offs, and Powerball figures. Brand Management presented updates on various campaigns and received approval for an action item to expand the Digital Menu Boards program by 500 units. The Sales update detailed the recent annual Sales workshop, which focused on achieving $4 billion in retail sales. The Finance Report covered FY2025 financial results and preliminary FY2026 sales through August. The Internal Audit provided a report on regional offices and agency policies. Human Resources reported on headcount, new hires, succession planning, and an upcoming compensation study. The Commission approved the FY 2026 Corporate Incentive Plan proposal. The Regulated Gaming Committee presented updates, including the introduction of the new Director of Licensing and Compliance, and approved the Designation of Hearing Officers action item. A legislative update confirmed the Lottery was part of a standard, state-funded performance audit.