Longtime Industry Leader to Step Down on September 8, 2026, After More Than Two Decades With the Company
Scientific Games has announced that Chief Executive Officer Pat McHugh will retire on September 8, 2026, concluding a career of more than 20 years with the company. Following McHugh’s retirement, the Board of Directors has appointed Kevin Schneider as Interim CEO while a search for a permanent successor is conducted. To ensure a seamless leadership transition, McHugh will remain with Scientific Games in an advisory role as Vice Chair.
Executive Leadership Perspectives
David Nowak, Chairman of Scientific Games and President of Brookfield’s Private Equity Group, stated:
“On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Pat for his leadership and his many contributions to Scientific Games over the past two decades. Throughout his career, Pat has helped strengthen the company, expand its global lottery business and build trusted relationships with customers around the world. We appreciate his continued support during this transition.”
Pat McHugh reflected on his tenure, noting:
“I am grateful to have worked alongside so many talented colleagues and to have partnered with lottery customers around the world throughout my career, many of whom I consider friends. I am proud of what we have accomplished together, achieving new heights and many industry firsts, and I am grateful for the trust our customers and business partners have placed in Scientific Games.”
Incoming Interim CEO Kevin Schneider added:
“Scientific Games has earned the trust of lottery customers around the world through decades of partnership, innovation and operational excellence. I appreciate the Board’s confidence and the opportunity to serve as Interim CEO. I look forward to working alongside our leadership team as we continue executing our strategy, supporting our customers and delivering the operational excellence that defines Scientific Games.”
Incoming CEO Schneider brings more than 35 years of executive leadership experience leading global businesses in highly regulated industries. Prior to joining the Scientific Games Board, Schneider served as Chief Operating Officer of Genworth Financial and previously led both its U.S.
Mortgage Insurance and Global Mortgage Insurance businesses as President and Chief Executive Officer. Earlier executive leadership positions with GE Capital and GATX further strengthened his experience in operations, commercial strategy and organizational leadership.
