As video games continue to influence global culture and drive innovation, the industry also faces headwinds – from funding difficulties to structural shifts and legal complexities. This conference offers a forward-looking view of what’s next, combining expert insight with practical guidance for those navigating the evolving games landscape.
What’s in play?
Fireside chat with Maria Sayans, CEO of Ustwo Games and Chair of UkieMaria joins us to share insights from nearly two decades in the games industry – covering leadership at an indie studio, building successful brands, and her role as Chair of Ukie.
What keeps studio execs up at night?
Creating a great game is just the beginning. This panel delves into the complex challenges of running a games business – from funding and marketing to contracts, HR, and regulation. Senior industry leaders share their commercial and legal perspectives as we ask: What keeps you up at night?Boosting the bottom line & beyond
In a challenging market, performance matters. Research links greater profitability to more women in leadership – yet progress in a male-dominated industry remains slow. This panel examines how gender diversity drives results and explores practical strategies for increasing female leadership in games studios.How to build and retain the Ultimate Games Community
A thriving game relies on a loyal, engaged community. This session explores what drives strong, sustainable player communities – how to create spaces where players feel valued and return time and again. We’ll also examine common challenges to positive engagement and strategies to address them effectively.
Player lineup:
Chris Wood, CEO at Tanglewood Games | Tim Martin, General Counsel at Aonic Group | Tamsin O'Luanaigh, Founder at Wise Cat Strategy and Former Chief People Officer at nDreams | Davey Robson, Senior Influencer Marketing Manager at Kepler Interactive | Maria Sayans, CEO at Ustwo Games and Chair of Ukie | Daniel Goodall, General Counsel at Kwalee | James Gallagher, Head of Community Management at Keywords Studios | Marie-Claire Isaaman, CEO of Women In Games. Louise Andrew, Head of Studio, D3T | Viktorya Hollings, Chief Operating Officer, Just Add Water | Sam Chawla, Chief Operating Officer, Spliced
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