Lottery Leadership

John A. Myers

John A. Myers

LOTTERY DIRECTOR

Governor Jim Justice appointed John Myers as Director of the West Virginia Lottery on September 18, 2018. Myers returns to the Lottery after having served as the Secretary of Administration for the Justice Administration since January 2017.

Prior to his appointment as Secretary of Administration, he worked at the West Virginia Lottery as the Assistant Director from 2008-2017 and served as Acting Lottery Director from 2015-2017.

Before he started his career in public service, Myers managed corporate administration for Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Buffalo, West Virginia.

A graduate of The Ohio State University with a business degree, Director Myers previously served as the chairman of the Board of Directors for the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce and as President of the Point Pleasant and Logan Lions Clubs.

Lottery Commission

In 1985, the Lottery Commission was created to assist and advise the Director to carry on a continuous study of West Virginia Lottery operations throughout the state.In accordance with State Law, the Lottery commission is required to have seven members, which are appointed by the Governor with the approval of the senate. A lawyer, a certified public accountant, a computer expert, a marketing specialist, one member with five or more years’ experience in law enforcement, and an additional two members who represent the “public at large”.No more than four members may be from the same political party; unless filling an unexpired appointment, members serve overlapping terms of five years and are eligible for successive appointments to the commission.

Vision Statement

Create an exceptional gaming experience by incorporating service, innovation, respect and accountability. We aim to provide outstanding customer service, continually innovate and improve our offerings, treat all stakeholders with respect and maintain accountability in all our operations. Together we strive to maximize the Lottery’s impact on the community and contribute to the State’s prosperity and well-being.

Organizational Chart

  • GovernorPatrick J. Morrisey

  • Cabinet SecretaryEric Nelson - Department of Revenue

  • DirectorJohn A. Myers - West Virginia Lottery

LOTTERY COMMISSION

  • ChairmanKenneth L. Greear

  • Vice ChairmanRoy E. Shewsbury II

  • At LargePeggy J. Pope

  • AttorneyDan A. Marshall

  • CPADouglas A. Bicksler

  • MarketingAndrew B. Kniceley

  • Law EnforcementVacant