Hall returns to the Virginia lottery after a four-year absence to succeed Khalid Jones, who has stepped down to join Allwyn North America
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has appointed Kevin Hall to serve as executive director of the Virginia Lottery.
Hall takes over from Khalid Jones, who stepped down last month and is set to join Allwyn North America as CEO next month.
Hall previously served as executive director of the Virginia Lottery from 2018 to 2022, leading a period of significant growth and modernization.
During his tenure, the lottery launched its online iLottery platform, implemented Virginia’s sports betting and casino regulatory programs, and generated record funding for the Commonwealth’s K-12 public schools.
“Serving as executive director was the most meaningful and rewarding work of my career, and it’s a privilege to return to a job I genuinely loved,” said Hall. “The Virginia Lottery has a simple but powerful mission: generate funding for Virginia’s public schools.
“Every day, the work done by the people in this agency helps make that happen. I’m grateful to Governor Spanberger for the opportunity to serve again, and I’m excited to get back to work.”
Prior to his initial appointment as executive director in 2018, Hall held senior leadership positions in Virginia state government and on Capitol Hill, including service in the administrations of Governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine.
He also served as a senior communications and policy advisor to US Senator Mark Warner in Washington.
Since leaving the Virginia Lottery in 2022, Hall has worked as a public policy and communications consultant for a variety of clients.
In addition to generating revenue through lottery sales, the agency is also responsible for regulating land-based casinos and mobile sports betting in Virginia, with a focus on maintaining a strong commitment to consumer protection and responsible gaming.
“The lottery has been incredibly successful for almost 40 years, but we can’t stand still,” Hall said. “The gaming landscape is continuously evolving, and our job is to make sure the lottery remains innovative, responsible, and worthy of the public’s trust while continuing to deliver strong results for Virginia’s schools.”