DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced her appointment of Stephen Waymire as Administrator of the Iowa Lottery.
Waymire has served as the Iowa Lottery’s Investigations Bureau Chief and a member of its executive management team since 2022, after more than thirty years in law enforcement with the Des Moines Police Department.
“I’m pleased to appoint Stephen Waymire to lead the Iowa Lottery as its new Administrator,” said Gov Reynolds.
"Steve brings outstanding leadership and extensive firsthand knowledge of the organization’s operations.
“His deep commitment to accountability and long record of public service will strengthen the Lottery’s mission and support its continued success for Iowans.”
“I am honored to be appointed as Administrator of the Iowa Lottery by Governor Reynolds,” said Stephen Waymire.
“I appreciate the opportunity to lead this outstanding organization and work with our exceptional employees. We will continue to uphold the strong traditions of the Lottery, providing entertainment to Iowans and responsibly maximizing revenues for vital state causes while operating under a core promise of integrity, security, and accountability.”
“Stephen Waymire has shown consistent leadership throughout his professional career, to include his years of experience leading security for the Iowa Lottery,” said Iowa Lottery Commission Chair Dana Wingert.
“The commission has complete confidence in Stephen's abilities as he works collectively with the Iowa Department of Revenue and Director Mary Mosiman during this transition.”
The Iowa Lottery is a division of the Iowa Department of Revenue.
