The current Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission members are:
EVERETT D. BROWNING, SR. – CHAIR
Mr. Browning is the President/CEO of C.O.M.B.O. Solutions LLC (Coalition of Minority Business Owners), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. C.O.M.B.O. Solutions has more than 30 years’ experience as a top consultant for strategic mission support, cyber solutions, management services and intelligence operations.
Mr. Browning has dedicated his life to service and sacrifice as a community advocate for veterans, youths, and minority small business owners. A decorated retired U.S. Navy Chief and Gulf War veteran, Mr. Browning possesses degrees/certifications in communications, program management, education, and acquisition. He currently serves as the Eastern Region Chair for the Small Business Administration’s Regional Regulator Fairness Board. He is a former Acting Chair and 1st Vice Chair of the Maryland Democratic Party and served on the DNC African-American, Small Business, and Veterans Caucuses.
As Co-founder and Chairman of C.O.M.B.O., Mr. Browning has collaborated with politicians, business leaders, educators, and community leaders across the state and country to develop political outreach programs focused on health and wellness, economic empowerment, and education for families, small businesses, veterans, domestic violence victims and returning citizens. Additionally, as Vice President of the 100 Black Men of Prince George’s County he has championed youth initiatives focused on addressing challenges facing the most vulnerable citizens of Maryland.
ADE ADEBISI
Mr. Adebisi is a business executive and Founder and President of Ascellon Corporation where he has provided leadership for the company’s growth since its founding in 1996. Ascellon Corporation is a diversified professional services and information technology company, specializing in healthcare quality improvement, cybersecurity, quality management systems, and program management solutions. The company has employees in 28 states and abroad, with its global headquarters in Landover, Maryland.
Mr. Adebisi previously worked in program management, technology and management consulting at global consulting firms KPMG, Price Waterhouse, and Ernst and Young. He is an expert at applying technology and fostering innovation to increase revenue and improve business processes. Mr. Adebisi earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Tampa’s John H. Sykes School of Business in 1983 and a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems and Business Administration with a minor in Economics in 1981. He is a member of the National Association Corporate Directors, and currently serves on the Board of Trustees at The University of Tampa.
Mr. Adebisi’s nonprofit board experience includes serving as Commodore, Board Member and Past Treasurer of Seafarers Yacht Club of Annapolis; Board of Directors of the Foundation Schools of Montgomery County; and Treasurer of the National Black MBA Association. Mr. Adebisi’s charitable activities include support for the Junior Achievement of Greater Washington as an adult volunteer and corporate sponsor.
MARIANA C. CORDIER
Mariana C. Cordier is an attorney, lecturer, and community leader with more than 20 years of experience in litigation, public policy, and organizational leadership. She currently works in federal litigation and was previously the founding partner of Cordier Law Office, LLC, where she represented individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
Ms. Cordier has remained active in civic and professional organizations across Maryland and internationally. She served as Chair of the Montgomery County Redistricting Commission and previously served on the Governor’s Commission on Hispanic Affairs and the Montgomery County Executive’s Latino Advisory Board. She is a former President of the Maryland Hispanic Bar Association and was the first woman elected as the Secretary General of the Inter-American Bar Association. In that role, she helped lead initiatives focused on access to justice, the rule of law, domestic violence prevention, and anti-trafficking efforts throughout the Americas.
In addition to her work in law and community service, Ms. Cordier serves as a lecturer at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy, teaching courses on public policy and law. She has also taken part in judicial and legal education initiatives both in the United States and internationally, including programs in Spain, England, and El Salvador.
Ms. Cordier earned her Juris Doctor from Washburn University School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The American University. She speaks Spanish fluently.
CHRIS ECCLESTON
Mr. Eccleston is the founder and president of Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), an award-winning commercial construction firm headquartered in his hometown of Salisbury. In 2026, he was named to The Daily Record’s inaugural MD500, recognizing Maryland’s most influential and impactful leaders, and was one of 13 selected statewide in the Construction category.
A U.S. Navy veteran, Mr. Eccleston served six years as a nuclear machinist mate, completing three overseas deployments. After leaving the Navy, he pursued a career in construction, earning a degree in construction management from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and an MBA from Salisbury University.
Mr. Eccleston founded DVB in 2013 with a mission to bring the discipline, accountability and team-first mindset of military service into the construction industry while creating meaningful career opportunities for veterans. The company has grown from a regional startup into an established commercial contractor serving public and private clients across a diverse portfolio that includes hospitality, retail, education, public safety, municipal, industrial and infrastructure projects.
Veteran employment remains central to DVB’s identity. The company has maintained a significant veteran, Guard and Reserve presence within its workforce since its founding, a commitment that helped earn DVB the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the Department of Defense’s highest recognition for employers supporting National Guard and Reserve employees.
As DVB has grown, Mr. Eccleston’s focus has expanded beyond building projects to building people, strengthening company culture and developing the next generation of the construction workforce. Under his leadership, DVB has earned national recognition for growth, safety, veteran employment and construction performance.
He is a member of Leadership Maryland’s Class of 2026 and has been recognized for his leadership and commitment to Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Concerned by the declining number of young people entering the skilled trades, he co-authored the children’s book Grit Leads to Greatness, which introduces children to construction, the trades and the value of perseverance, problem-solving and grit.
Mr. Eccleston is also a co-founder of Trashforce, a roll-off waste services company serving Maryland’s Eastern Shore. He lives on the Eastern Shore with his wife, Kennan, and their two children.
MICHELLE GRAHAM HICKS
Michelle Graham Hicks is a seasoned executive and public servant who brings more than two decades of executive management, technical, and strategic leadership experience to the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission. She specializes in corporate oversight, fiscal accountability, and operational excellence. Throughout her corporate career in federal contracting and public sector administration, she has directed multi-million-dollar portfolios exceeding $25 million and led multidisciplinary teams of up to 30 professionals across major federal contracts.
Ms. Hicks holds a Master of Business Administration from Trinity University and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland Global Campus. She has also completed executive education coursework in AI Strategies for Business Transformation at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
Basing her Commission work on a strong commitment to regulatory integrity, consumer protection, and sound governance, Ms. Hicks applies her corporate leadership skills to provide strategic oversight for Maryland’s gaming industry and lottery operations. She works to ensure state gaming revenues continue to support public education, public health, safety, and economic development across Maryland, while advocating for transparent operations and responsible gaming practices.
In addition to her Commission duties, Ms. Hicks remains an active leader in civic and community development initiatives throughout the region. She resides in Montgomery County.
NICHOLAS J. MOSBY
Mr. Mosby is the President and Founder of Allegiance Intel Group (AI Group), a Baltimore-based government relations and business development firm. He also serves as Vice President of Operations for GLOM Global, a health and human services company specializing in behavioral and mental health support.
A dedicated public servant and leader with more than 17 years of experience, Mr. Mosby served as the 23rd President of the Baltimore City Council and President of the Board of Estimates. He was the first Council President in Baltimore City history to be granted expanded authority over the city’s $4 billion budget. During his tenure, the city experienced record declines in violence and saw a significant expansion in the construction of schools and recreation centers.
Prior to serving on the City Council, Mr. Mosby represented Maryland’s 40th District in the House of Delegates. There, he served on the Ways and Means Committee, including as Vice Chair of the Election Law Subcommittee, and was a member of both the Racing and Gaming and Financial Resources subcommittees. He was also appointed to the Marijuana Legalization Work Group, the Rules and Executive Nominations Committee, and the Pimlico Community Development Authority.
Mr. Mosby holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Tuskegee University. He previously worked in network engineering, project management, and cloud storage data center design and construction as a Senior Principal Engineer for Verizon Communications.