Exciting times are ahead with Pocket Gamer Connects x Game Connection America San Francisco just a couple of weeks away. The 10-track conference schedule is packed with more than 70 world-class expert speakers ready to share the hottest trends and latest innovations in the global games industry on March 18th and 19th.
Prepare for two days filled with cutting-edge talks, seminars, and panel discussions led by industry authorities covering topics ranging from monetization and growth strategies to web3, blockchain, and the metaverse.
Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to connect and learn from some of the most prominent companies, brands, and individuals in the gaming industry – secure your tickets now.
In the lead-up to the event, we will delve into each track’s content and introduce you to the talented individuals leading the sessions.
The Monetizer track sponsored by Liftoff
Monday, March 18th
Dive into the world of cutting-edge advertising formats, in-app purchases, and other innovative monetization strategies in this specialized track. Stay ahead of the curve by exploring advancements in targeted advertising, optimizing IAP strategies, and leveraging novel monetization models.
Discover the keys to effectively monetize your games and maximize revenue streams to ensure long-term success in the dynamic industry landscape.
11:30 Insights on Live Event Frameworks
- Brendan Fraher, General Manager at GameRefinery
Get insights into the latest trends and successful live events in the market from GameRefinery, including event structures that resonate with different player types.
11:50 How App Monetization Drives Profitable Business Growth
- Anala Prabhu, Product Marketing Manager at Meta Audience Network
Learn how Audience Network supports app developers in driving profitable business growth through ad monetization.
12:30 Supercharge Your Revenue: Exploring Alternative Monetization Strategies
- Athena Peters, CEO at Rainbow Unicorn Games
- Rafael Morgan, VP Marketing & Partnerships at Crazy Games
- Giuseppe Martoriello, Co-founder at iion
- Jacki Vause, CEO & Founder at Dimoso
- Christina Macedo, COO at READYgg
This expert panel will discuss innovative opportunities in hybrid mobile game monetization, covering smart strategies with ads, IAPs, subscriptions, and more to generate revenue without compromising player experience.
The Web Store Wizardry track sponsored by Stash
Monday, March 18th
16:00 The D2C Iceberg: How Top Games Achieved Record Profits Despite the ATT Crash (And How You Can Too)
- Archie Stonehill, Head of Product at Stash
- Justin Kan, Co-founder at Stash
Discover how some of the biggest game developers turned the tide on revenue post-COVID crash caused by ATT and IDFA deprecation. Learn the secrets of successful direct-to-consumer channels and increased LTV from industry leaders.
16:20 Web Store Trailblazers: How Publishers Utilize Web Shops for Revenue Growth in 2024
- Archie Stonehill, Head of Product at Stash
- Miikka Luotio, VP of Business Development at Appcharge
- Craig Chapple, Head of B2B Content at Steel Media
- Don Reilley, Chief Supply Officer & GM at Scuti
Explore the rising trend of web shops in the mobile games market in 2024 as publishers seek new avenues for revenue growth beyond traditional app stores.
Fringe Events, Parties, and Networking
In addition to the rich conference content over two days, we offer a unique conference experience for publishers, developers, investors, and indies with seminars, roundtables, networking opportunities, fringe events, and parties that you won’t want to miss.
And as if that wasn’t enough, all attendees will have full access to the event’s online meeting scheduler, MeetToMatch, connecting you with decision-makers from over 350 companies and enabling you to organize appointments during the event.
