Latest Appointments and Transitions in the Games Industry
Keeping up with the latest news and changes in the games industry can be challenging. That’s why we’ve compiled a roundup of the most recent appointments and transitions for you.
Alan Hartman Takes the Helm as Head of Xbox Game Studios
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Alan Hartman as the new head of Xbox Game Studios. Previously serving as the vice president of Turn 10 Studios, Hartman brings over 15 years of experience at Microsoft. With notable game credits including Forza Horizon 5, Sea of Thieves, and Forza Street, Hartman expressed his excitement about leading Xbox Game Studios and representing a talented group of game creators.
Charles Ju Joins Spatial as Head of Gaming
Spatial, the leading gaming company, has welcomed Charles Ju as its new head of gaming. Prior to this role, Ju founded Sessions’s music platform and served as its CEO. With extensive experience in game development and having worked on mobile titles such as Battle Camp and Beat Fever, Ju believes that Spatial’s SDK offers a promising future for web-based gaming.
Craig Chapple Appointed Head of Content at PocketGamer.biz
Steel Media has announced the appointment of Craig Chapple as the new head of content at PocketGamer.biz. Chapple brings a wealth of experience in the games industry, having worked as EMEA mobile insights strategist at Sensor Tower and senior editor at PocketGamer.biz. Chapple expressed his excitement to join the talented team at PocketGamer.biz and provide breaking news, big interviews, and insightful analyses.
Shannon Gerritzen Steps Up as Head of Publishing at IllFonic
Shannon Gerritzen has been promoted to the position of head of publishing at IllFonic. With previous roles as vice president of marketing and communications at the company and experience at Hidden Path Entertainment and UMG Gaming, Gerritzen is excited to grow the publishing department and bring in games and IPs that excite both the team and the fans.
Shannon Liao Joins Inverse as Deputy Gaming Editor
Inverse has hired experienced journalist Shannon Liao as its new deputy gaming editor. Liao’s impressive resume includes work at The Verge, CNN, and The Washington Post’s gaming vertical Launcher. Expressing her excitement about joining Inverse, Liao is eager to contribute to the world of gaming journalism and provide engaging content to the readers.
Hanneke Faber Set to Take the Reins as CEO of Logitech
Logitech has appointed Hanneke Faber as its new CEO, effective from December 1. With a successful career as a business executive, including her previous roles as chief e-commerce and innovation officer at Ahold Delhaize and president of global nutrition at Unilever, Faber is thrilled to be part of Logitech’s growth in emerging technologies and their impact on hybrid work, video conferencing, gaming, and streaming.
Pim Holfve Takes Over as CEO of Flashbulb Games
Flashbulb Games has appointed Pim Holfve as its new CEO, succeeding co-founder Rune Dittmer in the role. Holfve brings extensive experience from his time as CEO at Avalanche Studios and as a board member at various companies. Excited to join Flashbulb Games, Holfve is eager to work with the talented team and take the studio to new heights.
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