Drew Ellis, Lead Writer of PlayiLottery

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Drew Ellis

Lead Writer

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A member of Catena Media since 2020, Drew Ellis is the Lead Writer at PlayiLottery, where he handles coverage of the online lottery industry in the US. He previously spearheaded news content at PlayMichigan, where he covered one of the most prominent online lottery industries in the US — among the many other aspects of Michigan's sprawling iGaming market. You can email him at [email protected].

Get to know Drew Ellis

Prior to working for PlayiLottery, Drew was the Lead Writer at PlayMichigan, a regional site for Catena Media, since January 2022. In his time there, he handled coverage of casinos, sports betting, and lotteries – both retail and online – for one of the country’s leading online gaming states.

Drew has experience covering the gambling industries in Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, and Canada. Decades of media experience provide him with the background to handle the complexities of different lottery laws and policies around the country, as well as the expansion of iLottery in the US.

Award-winning, 20-year career in newspaper industry

Prior to working for Catena Media, Ellis spent over 20 years in the newspaper industry, covering sports and the gambling industry. His work for The Mt. Pleasant Morning Sun and The Oakland Press was recognized with awards by the Associated Press and other media organizations. Drew has also contributed to the Detroit Free Press and the Associated Press, while currently contributing to All Lions – the Sports Illustrated home of the Detroit Lions.

Drew Ellis interviewed as a gambling expert

WILX – Detroit’s striking casino workers rally at capitol
TV6 – As online wagering surges, MDHHS equips residents with tools to combat addiction
MISportsNow – How to bet smart and safe come Super Bowl LVII

Some of Drew Ellis’ work as a gambling expert

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Latest articles

Residents To Vote On Minnesota Lottery Funding Environmental Causes

September 11, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Minnesota

This November, Minnesota residents will decide whether 40% of lottery funds will continue to be used to help environmental causes in the state.

NFL Lottery Game Proposed As Tic-Tac-Toe Format; Could Be Delayed To 2026

September 11, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

New information regarding a potential nationwide NFL lottery game was released this week, with a game format and launch timeline becoming clearer.

Pennsylvania Online Lottery Sales Surpass $1 Billion In FY23-24

September 10, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

The Pennsylvania Lottery exceeded $1 billion in online sales for fiscal year 2023-24, with iLottery production up almost 9% year over year.

Image showing lottery gaming with lotto balls along with the Allwyn and IWG logos for a story about Allwyn's Q2 results looking strong as the company completed its 70% acquisition of IWG.

Allwyn Q2 Revenue Up As IWG Acquisition Opens Door To US iLottery Expansion

September 10, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Allwyn reported a 5% YoY revenue increase for Q2 and completed a 70% acquisition of IWG, which will increase its impact in the US iLottery industry.

Ohio Introduces Online Casino Bill, But Nothing For iLottery Expansion

September 9, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Ohio

Ohio Senator Niraj Antani rolled out legislation last week to bring iGaming to the state. However, the bill did not mention anything about iLottery.

Photo showing a Mega Millions ticket for a story about the history of Mega Millions online winners as the current jackpot sits at $800 million for Tuesday's drawing.

As Jackpot Hits $800 Million, Has There Been A Mega Millions iLottery Winner?

September 9, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Mega Millions

With the Mega Millions jackpot reaching $800 million on Tuesday, PlayiLottery looks at the history of iLottery winners and where online sales are available.