John Schulz
About John Schulz
John Schulz serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Instant Products at Scientific Games, overseeing operations across five instant ticket manufacturing facilities. He has extensive experience in the industry, having held various roles at Scientific Games since 1985 and has been recognized with an induction into the PGRI International Lottery Hall of Fame in 2021.
Current Role at Scientific Games
John Schulz serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Instant Products at Scientific Games, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he oversees operations across five instant ticket manufacturing facilities. He has P&L responsibilities for the Global Instant Products Group and manages logistics and marketing services. Schulz leads a dedicated sales team that supports the instant ticket business and is responsible for the creative department and game programming within the group.
Previous Positions at Scientific Games
Prior to his current role, John Schulz held several positions at Scientific Games. He served as the Senior Director of Operations from 2000 to 2007, and as the Vice President of Instant Ticket Services from 2007 to 2014. His career at the company began in 1985 when he worked as the Manager of Technical Services until 2000. His extensive experience in various operational roles has contributed to his current leadership position.
Education and Professional Development
John Schulz studied at Nyack College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from 1991 to 1994. He is currently pursuing further education at Columbia Business School, focusing on Business since 2014. This combination of formal education and ongoing professional development supports his leadership role in the gaming industry.
Induction into the PGRI International Lottery Hall of Fame
In 2021, John Schulz was inducted into the PGRI International Lottery Hall of Fame. This recognition highlights his contributions to the lottery and gaming industry, particularly in the area of instant ticket products. His leadership and expertise have made a significant impact on the field.