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Meet the Director
Andrew Arulanandam, Director
Andrew Arulanandam was appointed by Idaho Governor Brad Little in September 2024 to serve as the Director of the Idaho State Liquor Division and the Idaho Lottery. He returns to Idaho after 24 years at a preeminent national association rising through the ranks from Media Liaison to Director of Public Affairs, Managing Director of Public Affairs, and eventually interim CEO. Andrew began his career as a campaign aide for former United States Interior Secretary, U.S. Senator, and Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne in 1992. He was Finance Director for Idaho Governor Phil Batt’s campaign and then served on his staff managing tax and revenue, transportation, a military portfolio, and as a member of the Governor’s Gaming Compact Negotiating Team.
Andrew was also Executive Director of the Idaho Republican Party and Government Affairs Manager for the Idaho Housing and Finance Association. He is a graduate of Boise State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication.