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The Power of Partnership: A Celebration with SmartSoft
At SmartSoft, partnership isn’t just a business strategy, it’s a core value that drives everything they do. Recently, the company hosted a wonderful 3 day event in Georgia to celebrate their partners and present an exciting new project: the Partners’ Club. This gathering was all about connection, collaboration, and a shared vision for the future.
A Closer Look at the Partners’ Club
The Partners’ Club is an exclusive community of SmartSoft partners that focuses on building strong, collaborative relationships. It’s more than just business, it’s about partners coming together to share their stories of success, spread their ideas, learn from one another, and innovate in the gaming industry. Members gain access to unique resources and opportunities while helping to create a community. Through the Partners’ Club, SmartSoft aims to strengthen collaboration and ensure that every partnership leads to shared success and growth.
At SmartSoft, cooperation is one of the main values driving their mission and the idea of Partners’ Club is based on their values.. As they put it in their brand platform, “Achieving our ambitious goals relies on teamwork and unity. We cultivate collaboration within our team and with our partners, supporting each other, sharing goals, and working together with shared interests.”
This commitment to cooperation was noticeable during the recent Partners’ Club Launch. The event had a full and varied agenda, starting in Tbilisi and moving to Kakheti .For three days, industry leaders and partners from around the world gathered specifically for this occasion, experiencing Georgia’s 8,000-year-old winemaking heritage, exploring it’s rich culture, and enjoying the highlights of Georgian cuisine.
The event brought partners together in a spirit of collaboration, reinforcing the idea that shared success is built on strong, supportive relationships.
The Partners’ Club Launch hosted key partners in a warm and inviting atmosphere. It was a day filled with lively conversations, networking, and brainstorming new ideas. Guests exchanged insights and discussed upcoming projects, all while enjoying delicious food and the company of industry key-players.
As Guga Gotsadze, managing partner at SmartSoft, proudly stated: “SmartSoft is a true global player, with partnerships spanning Europe, Latin America, Asia, and beyond. Our global reach reflects the trust we’ve built over the years. We collaborate with over 1,500+ partners in the gaming industry, helping to elevate our offerings through innovative games and platforms. We’re dedicated to reshaping the vision of the gambling industry to make it more about fun and less about anything else.”
Being part of the Partners’ Club means more than just attending an event. It’s about joining a community that values innovation, support, and shared success. Members gain access to exclusive resources, insights, and events designed to deepen connections and boost strategic initiatives.

During the launch, attendees enjoyed a carefully planned agenda filled with engaging experiences and interactive discussions. The venue was welcoming, allowing for personal and professional connections to flourish. Highlights included sneak peeks at upcoming projects and valuable opportunities for partners to share their thoughts and feedback. A video capturing the event’s essence is available, showcasing the inspiring conversations and connections made throughout the day.
But this Partners’ Club Launch is just the beginning! SmartSoft is committed to creating ongoing special experiences for its partners. The company understands that these relationships are not one-time events; they are evolving partnerships that grow and thrive over time. By prioritizing these connections, SmartSoft aims to build a vibrant community that benefits everyone involved, ensuring that together, they can achieve even greater success.

In short, Smartsoft’s focus on partnership is not just a business model; it’s a heartfelt commitment to collaboration and community.
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Scientific Games CFO Nick Negro to depart May 15; Ray Anderson named interim
Anderson has served as interim CFO since May 4 as Scientific Games begins a search for a permanent finance chief.
Scientific Games said May 12 that Chief Financial Officer Nick Negro will leave the company on May 15, ending a three-year tenure. The company said Negro is departing for an opportunity based in Chicago to be closer to family.
Scientific Games has appointed Ray Anderson as interim Chief Financial Officer, effective May 4, while it searches for a permanent CFO.
“Nick has been a strong member of our leadership team and an advocate for the potential of Scientific Games,” said Pat McHugh, Chief Executive Officer for Scientific Games. “During his time with the company, he significantly strengthened our financial and procurement organizations and helped position Scientific Games for continued growth. We thank Nick for his contributions and wish him all the best.”
Anderson is a CPA with more than 30 years of global experience, including senior roles at KPMG across the U.S., Europe and Asia. Most recently, he served as a Global Lead Partner advising Fortune 500 companies on audit, capital markets and regulatory strategy, and previously led KPMG’s Pacific Southwest audit practice for six years.
“Ray is a highly respected finance leader with extensive global experience advising large, complex organizations,” said McHugh. “We are confident in his ability to support the business and our Finance organization during this transition.”
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Scientific Games Announces CFO Transition
Scientific Games announced today that Chief Financial Officer Nick Negro will be leaving the company on May 15 after three years of success in the role leading the company through three years of growth.
Negro is departing for an opportunity based in Chicago that allows him to be closer to family.
To ensure continuity during the transition, Scientific Games has appointed Ray Anderson as interim Chief Financial Officer, effective May 4, as the company begins the search for a permanent CFO.
“Nick has been a strong member of our leadership team and an advocate for the potential of Scientific Games,” said Pat McHugh, Chief Executive Officer for Scientific Games. “During his time with the company, he significantly strengthened our financial and procurement organizations and helped position Scientific Games for continued growth. We thank Nick for his contributions and wish him all the best.”
Anderson is a seasoned finance leader and CPA with more than 30 years of global experience, including senior leadership roles at KPMG across the U.S., Europe and Asia. Most recently, he served as a Global Lead Partner, advising Fortune 500 companies on audit, capital markets and regulatory strategy, and working closely with boards and executive teams. Immediately prior to this role, he led KPMG’s Pacific Southwest audit practice for six years.
“Ray is a highly respected finance leader with extensive global experience advising large, complex organizations,” said McHugh. “We are confident in his ability to support the business and our Finance organization during this transition.”
Serving 150 lotteries in 50 countries, Scientific Games is the world’s largest lottery games company, fastest growing lottery systems provider and a leading provider of digital lottery solutions.
© 2026 Scientific Games, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Scientific Games completes systems conversion for New Mexico Lottery
Modernization adds Momentum ecosystem tools and rolls out new terminals and self-service machines to 1,000+ retailers statewide.
Scientific Games has completed a technology systems conversion for the New Mexico Lottery, modernizing lottery operations with a new gaming system and rolling out retail technology to more than 1,000 locations across the state. The update went live May 11, 2026, according to the company.
Scientific Games said the new system now powers the Lottery’s draw-based and Scratchers’ sales and is designed to simplify product management for retailers. The conversion also includes the launch of the Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership (SGEP) instant game management program, which the company said combines analytics, logistics, retail optimization and product strategy.
“The New Mexico Lottery is officially live with new, modern technology systems that work together to enhance all aspects of our operations and ensure we are well-positioned for our next era of growth,” said David Barden, CEO of the New Mexico Lottery. “We’ve strategically planned every step of this holistic modernization effort with Scientific Games to intelligently operate our retail network, making our Scratchers games easier for retailers to manage in their stores and easily accessible to our valued players.”
Scientific Games said the conversion was developed over the past year and is built on its Momentum ecosystem. Components cited include an advanced central gaming system, the SciTrak instant game distribution system, the gem | intelligence retailer licensing and management portal and the INFUSE business intelligence platform. The company said WAVE clerk-operated terminals and PlayCentral self-service machines will be deployed to retailers in planned phases.
“Congratulations to the New Mexico Lottery for building upon our long-standing instant scratch game partnership, embracing innovation for the future,” said John Schulz, President of Americas & Global Instant Products for Scientific Games. “We are proud to serve as the Lottery’s full-line partner and help drive maximum proceeds for New Mexico college students.”
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