This Women's History Month, we honor Shaqueria Myrick, strategic partnerships manager for the Florida Lottery, where she leads a cross-functional team responsible for planning and executing more than 100 public-facing events annually throughout the state. Her work supports statewide outreach, recruitment initiatives, and partnerships with professional sports organizations that enhance public engagement and visibility for the Lottery’s mission. In this role, she oversees state-sponsored partnerships and marketing contracts while managing more than 60 vendors and ensuring compliance with procurement and fiscal accountability standards. As a Florida Certified Contract Manager, Shaqueria administers over 30 contracts totaling approximately $1.7 million and manages a budget exceeding $1.7 million. She has also strengthened internal operations by launching the Lottery’s first Partnerships webpage and digital asset library. Additionally, she leads storytelling initiatives that highlight Bri...