Keeping an eye on big lotto prizes

Under a new worldwide agreement, SCA Promotions is offering clients a new service provided by Big 5 accounting firm Deloitte & Touche. On a contract-by-contract basis, Deloitte & Touche will observe the drawing of winning numbers for entertainment and sponsor-supported Internet lottery-style games and promotions, affording Web sites enhanced credibility for their games.

“We believe this is a unique service that adds value to SCA’s offering,” said Tom Floerchinger, chief operating officer and international managing director of SCA Promotions. “No other contingent prize company has engaged the services of a Big 5 accounting firm.” What’s more, clients will not have to deal with an additional vendor. SCA will make all arrangements with Deloitte & Touche for its services. Clients then can place the Deloitte & Touche logo on their Web site to indicate the firm’s involvement in observing drawings.

“We are excited to team up with SCA and look forward to offering this important service to SCA’s clients,” said Mark Envani, a partner with Deloitte & Touche.