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Merv Digital Solutions Launches with Multi-Studio Model, Aims to Power Innovation in Lottery & iGaming

Company to Debut Marketing Studio & Game Studio at La Fleur’s Chicago Conference as Gold Sponsor

 

LOUISVILLE, KY – April 24, 2025Merv Digital Solutions has announced the launch of multiple purpose-built studios aiming to meet the growing demand for digital innovation in lottery and iGaming: Merv Marketing Studio and Merv Game Studio. The company will make its industry debut as a Gold Level Sponsor at next week’s La Fleur’s Lottery Conference in Chicago, taking place April 28–30.

The company is founded by lottery industry veteran Merv Huber, whose most recent post was as Vice President of Digital Growth at Scientific Games, overseeing the suppliers’ digital marketing program, digital product development and game content strategies. At launch, Merv Digital Solutions’ studios will deliver digital marketing and CRM strategic services and high-performing instant win games through a nimble team of digital specialists.

“This company is about moving fast, thinking differently, and delivering measurable results,” said Merv Huber, CEO of Merv Digital Solutions. “We’re proud to launch a company that pairs experienced leadership with bold, fresh energy — and we can’t wait to collaborate with lottery teams looking to do digital better.”

 

Two Studios. One Mission.

Merv Marketing Studio provides CRM and digital marketing strategic services tailored for lotteries and real money gaming operators. Since December 2024, the Marketing Studio has served as a strategic partner to the Connecticut Lottery, supporting the launch of its new CRM program on the Optimove platform, and providing ongoing digital player engagement efforts for the lottery’s iLottery and Second Chance digital programs.

Merv Game Studio, meanwhile, is focused on building a portfolio of innovative online instant win games optimized for portfolio diversification, player engagement, and highly productive commercial performance. The studio’s first games – including Cool Cowboy, Electric Revenue, Firework Frenzy, Autumn’s Up and Dino Dive — will debut in 2025 through soon-to-be-announced content aggregation & distribution partnerships. Merv Game Studio has procured its own Remote Gaming Server, which is scheduled to be deployed in multiple continents by the end of Q2, with game content expected to be delivered to multiple lotteries in Q3.

 

Built by Industry Talent

The founding team behind Merv Digital Solutions includes a blend of lottery insiders and tech-savvy creatives:

  • Merv Huber, CEO – Formerly of Scientific Games, Merv brings over a decade of leadership in digital lottery and online real money gaming marketing, product and content strategy.
  • Joe Roberts, COO – With experience across hospitality, sales, and supply chain, a background in project management, and a passion for team building, Joe brings a thoughtful, people-centered approach to operations.
  • Brayan Mora, CTO – A versatile technology leader focused on delivering scalable, secure digital products and technology solutions.
  • Krista Rogers, Managing Director, Marketing Studio – A 20-year marketing veteran with a proven track record in lifestyle brands and CRM activation.
  • Elyas Mercado, Managing Director, Game Studio – A product-first innovator with a sharp eye for gameplay design and market fit.
  • Matt Berg, Game Developer – Data analyst and experienced developer specializing in building highly performant game experiences and math models.

“We’ve brought together people who aren’t just highly skilled—but fearless. We’re unafraid to rethink the way things have always been done,” said Joe Roberts, Chief Operating Officer.

 

What’s Next?

While the company is officially launching this month, Merv Digital Solutions is just getting started. Several additional announcements — including supplier collaborations, new studio rollouts, and content licensing deals – will be unveiled over the coming weeks.

“Our model is built for collaboration,” said Huber. “We’re excited to be a connector in this space –between lotteries, suppliers, platforms, and the next generation of creative minds.”

Merv Digital Solutions invites lottery industry stakeholders and potential partners to connect with the team during La Fleur’s Chicago, where the company will host a company launch party on Monday evening at WhirlyBall, beginning at 7pm, immediately following the LaFleur’s welcome reception.

 

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