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Alexis
Geronga
Alexis Geronga
Mentor Bio:

Experienced business development specialist

Current BD Director at GameOps and MEE Games

Proven track record in fostering partnerships and driving growth

Co-founder of GameDev Summit Asia

Key figure in the Game Developers Association of the Philippines

Key Areas of Expertise:

Strategic partnerships and industry development

Business growth and market expansion

Mentorship and support for indie studios

Alexis is dedicated to advancing the gaming industry through collaboration and innovation.

Alex
Sorbac
Alex Sorbac
Mentor Bio:

Current role at a large independent game publisher in China

Responsible for content acquisition partnerships and game sourcing

Expertise in game data analytics

Skilled in identifying the right games for the right teams

In-depth knowledge of the local Chinese gaming ecosystem

Proficient in contract negotiation

Alex is dedicated to connecting quality games with the right partners, fostering growth and success in the gaming industry.

Mikhail
Isidorov
Mikhail Isidorov
Mentor Bio:

Experienced and results-oriented leader in the mobile games domain

16 years of experience in the video games industry

Proven expertise in product management

Key Areas of Expertise:

Product and Project Management

Game Design

Business Development and Negotiations

Deep analytical and evaluation skills

Financial modeling

Mikhail is committed to driving innovation and success in the gaming industry through strategic leadership and effective management.

Seth
Um
Seth Um
Mentor Bio:

20 years of experience in the online game business

Specializes in connecting game developers to publishers and distributors in the SEA region

Expertise in local marketing, customer support, community management, and QA

Key Regions of Focus:

Thailand

Philippines

Indonesia

Singapore

Malaysia

Seth’s extensive network and knowledge enhance collaboration and growth opportunities within the Southeast Asian gaming market.

Kseniya
Zubareva
Kseniya Zubareva
Mentor Bio:

8 years of experience in the Mainland China market

Expert in helping international gaming companies enter and scale in China

Deep understanding of local trends

Creator of impactful campaigns that connect global brands with the Chinese gaming community

I leverage my expertise to bridge the gap between global gaming brands and local players, fostering meaningful engagement in the vibrant Chinese market.

Owen
Ma
Owen Ma
Mentor Bio:

Strong background in IP Licensing and Loyalty Programs

Proven success in growing a large B2B client base in the video game industry

Key Achievements:

Developed relationships with half of the top 25 game publishers

Established partnerships with thousands of IP brand partners for licensing collaborations

Owen leverages extensive experience to drive revenue growth and foster strategic partnerships in the gaming ecosystem.

Steve
Taylor
Steve Taylor
Mentor Bio:

Veteran in the gaming and tech industry

Experience running businesses in Asia and leading cross-functional teams

Background with major companies (Unity, EA), tech start-ups, and mobile game studios

Expertise:

Product Strategy & Design

Team Management

Production Best Practices

Go-To-Market (GTM)

Deep-Dive Areas:

Data & Metrics

Monetization, Localization

Outsourcing

Steve empowers teams to drive product excellence in gaming.

Nikita
Matsokin
Nikita Matsokin
Mentor Bio:

With over a decade in the gaming industry, Nikita has led game development and investment initiatives, growing globally recognized titles at MY.GAMES and Wargaming.net.

As Executive Director of MY.GAMES Venture Capital, he oversees a significant investment portfolio, supporting studios worldwide.

Key Expertise:

Studio Strategy & Growth: Tailored investments and support

End-to-End Game Development: Guiding studios from prototype to launch

Fundraising & Networking: Assisting in fundraising and accessing key resources

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