With the 10th anniversary special edition of Pocket Gamer Connects London just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to take a closer look at the 29-track conference schedule. On January 22nd and 23rd, over 200 leading expert speakers will deliver the latest industry trends and innovations in the global games industry.
Attendees will have the chance to engage in two days of cutting-edge talks, seminars, and panel discussions covering a wide range of topics, including monetization, growth strategies, web3, blockchain, and the metaverse.
Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to meet and learn from some of the most innovative companies, brands, and individuals in the games industry – tickets are now available.
Before the event begins, we’ll be sharing details about each track and the talented individuals leading the sessions.
The Recruit and Restart Track
Monday, January 22nd
This track features industry experts sharing the latest strategies and best practices for attracting, recruiting, and retaining top talent. From promoting diversity and inclusion to effective talent acquisition and retention strategies, attendees will gain valuable insights on building a thriving and sustainable workforce.
Additionally, the sessions will focus on navigating setbacks and returning to growth, with an emphasis on resilience and adaptability.
15:40 Recruiting Your Dream Team in 3 Steps
- Christina Barleben, CEO & Co-Founder at Thoughtfish
16:00 Leveling Up Remotely: Challenges in Permanent Remote Work
- Susan Cummings, Managing Director at Tiny Rebel
In this presentation, Cummings will explore the evolving landscape of video game creation in the era of remote work, offering insights into innovative strategies and tools for developing games outside the traditional studio environment.
16:20 What Skills Gaps are There & How That Can be Changed
- Colin Smith, Director of Development at The Developer Academy
This session will address the issue of talent recruitment in the industry and the potential solutions to bridge the skills gap.
16:40 Hitting Restart: What Next After You’ve Been Laid Off?
- Alex Dale, Founder at Armchair Productions Ltd
- Paul Leishman, Production Manager at Team Terrible
- Erik Pöntiskoski, CEO at Dodreams
- Kim Parker Adcock, Owner at One Player Mission
- Rumiko Matsumoto, Founder/CEO at Kimaru
- Craig Chapple, Head Of B2B Content at PocketGamer.biz
This panel will explore how individuals can rebound from being laid off in the ever-growing games industry.
Fringe Events, Parties, and Networking
In addition to two full days of conference content, the event offers a range of fringe events, networking opportunities, and parties designed to provide a memorable conference experience for publishers, developers, investors, and indies. Attendees will also have access to the Kick Off and Global Connects parties, known for their excellent networking opportunities.
Furthermore, all 2,500+ attendees will have full access to the event’s online meeting scheduler, MeetToMatch, allowing them to connect with decision-makers from over 900 companies and organize appointments at the event itself.
