Zachary Messer
About Zachary Messer
Zachary Messer serves as the Senior Director of Commercial Finance for Gaming Operations at Scientific Games, where he focuses on strategic planning and financial modeling for gaming deals. He has extensive experience in corporate finance, having held various roles at prominent gaming companies, including International Game Technology and Pinnacle Entertainment.
Current Role at Scientific Games
Zachary Messer serves as the Senior Director of Commercial Finance for Gaming Operations at Scientific Games. In this role, he collaborates closely with product management to create long-term strategic plans and manage the gaming operations portfolio. His responsibilities include leading financial modeling and strategy for bundled gaming deals, which cater to a diverse client base that includes both small casinos and large corporations. Messer has held this position since 2020 and continues to contribute to the company's financial strategies.
Previous Experience at Scientific Games
Prior to his current role, Zachary Messer worked at Scientific Games as the Senior Director of Corporate Finance and Strategic Operations from 2018 to 2019. During this year-long tenure, he was involved in various strategic financial initiatives within the organization. His experience at Scientific Games has been instrumental in shaping his expertise in commercial finance and gaming operations.
Career Background in Gaming Industry
Zachary Messer has a robust background in the gaming industry, having held multiple positions at Pinnacle Entertainment. He started as Manager of Corporate Finance & Business Development from 2013 to 2016 and advanced to Director of Corporate Finance & Business Development from 2016 to 2018. His roles involved overseeing financial operations and business development strategies. Additionally, he worked at International Game Technology as a Senior Corporate Strategy Analyst from 2010 to 2012, where he focused on corporate strategy initiatives.
Educational Background
Zachary Messer earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Occidental College, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His academic background in economics has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in finance and strategy within the gaming industry.
Development of Gaming Analytics Database
At Scientific Games, Zachary Messer developed a gaming analytics database from the ground up. This initiative was implemented across the entire gaming division, enhancing the company's analytical capabilities and supporting data-driven decision-making processes. His work in this area reflects his commitment to leveraging technology for operational improvement.