Ionut-Valeriu Andrei has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Loteria Română, the state-owned Romanian national lottery, since 2022. In this role, he oversees the lottery's operations, digital transformation, and preservation of its century-old legacy as a trusted public institution. Under his leadership, the company has focused on online channel development, responsible gaming, and maintaining public trust.
Prior to his tenure at Loteria Română, Andrei served as Secretary of State at the Romanian Ministry of Communications, a role attested in 2019. He also brings academic experience as a co-author of papers on public procurement and economics. In 2024, he was co-opted into the Executive Committee of the European Lotteries association, where he oversees learning and development activities.
Andrei is a frequent speaker at industry events such as the SBC Summit, EL/WLA Marketing Seminars, and Public Gaming conferences. His background combines public sector leadership with deep engagement in the lottery and iGaming industry.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Loteria Română | Interim General Manager | 2022-01-01 – 2024-01-01 |
| Loteria Română | Chief Executive Officer | – present |