MAKING IMMERSIVE GAMES

Mark was raised in the wilderness of NH, shoveling snow and climbing trees. He then traveled to northern VT, to earn a BFA. Quickly learning what starving artist meant, Mark traveled to FL, managing QA for AAA titles, including Madden and Tiger Woods Golf.

Animating since 2005 and still learning new things. Outside work I like to pick on the banjo, experiment with ham radio, teach, and do DIY building and electronics projects. I also enjoy indie narrative, survival crafting, and tabletop games.

Finance and Accounting in sustainability, non-profits, consulting, CPG. When not bouncing on my ball chair, always thinking too much and wanting to do/learn everything, esp. martial arts and volunteering.

I’ve worked on games like Crysis, Ryse: Son of Rome, and Star Citizen. I got a wife, 3 kids, 2 dogs, and a rabbit. I am also 100% awesome!

A New Englander and proud cat dad who loves movies, board games, travel, and urbex. Previously worked on Red Dead Redemption 2.

Ivan started in web and interactive touch/motion kiosk apps. After transitioning to games, he supported shipping such titles as Chronicles of Mystara, Elder Scrolls Online, and Dreadnought. He also probably knows more than a person should about JIRA...

New York native, sneaker head, hip hop enthusiast. When I’m not missing three’s in NBA 2k; I am watching recipe videos, food vloggers, or sneaker vlogs.

Gaming since the days of text turn based games. Used to be a self proclaimed pro at Counter Strike. I also enjoy playing with my three daughters, following the Patriots and all things Disney World.

Past lives include leading brand marketing for ELDEN RING (FromSoftware), The Dark Pictures Anthology (Supermassive Games), & Metal Gear (Konami). Mildly obsessed with her rescue pit, Dewey.

Massachusetts native whose interests include: playing games, making games, listening to music, creating music, eating food, and cooking food. Can also be found watching TV and movies with my two cats. Previously created the indie game Obscurant.

Dilara started as a Graphic Designer/Illustrator, worked in both Istanbul and Tokyo. She later landed on her first game industry gig in Poland, contributing to Cyberpunk 2077 and Witcher 3 Next Gen. Currently enjoying croissants and lattes in London.

Nebraska native and current NYC resident bringing experience from Walt Disney Games and WEBTOON. When I'm not playing games, I'm nervously watching the Lakers.

I came from Guangdong China to California in 2012 and got my degree in video games. I have worked on titles like Relumine, Call of Duty and whatever games I'm rushing to finish for my game jam. I'm always excited to show you pictures of my 5 chinchillas!

With a background in 3D art, Hayden has worked on everything from simulators to lifestyle games. He draws inspiration from traditional cultures, film, and all things sci-fi. Hayden lives in his beloved city of San Francisco with his wife and pet dove.

Previously worked on brand marketing for the Borderlands franchise, Little Nightmares II, and a handful of anime titles. Cosplay, anime, and dog enthusiast.

Mom of 2 girls. Servant to two demanding cats. Avid gamer with too many SSDs to house the collection. Has more books than most schools. Coffee obsessed.

Pittsburgh-based game dev with a passion for cooking and learning new recipes. I've been developing games across consoles, PC, mobile, and VR since my teenage years.

New England native now living in Los Angeles. Other hobbies include cooking, hiking, making music, and getting stressed while watching the Patriots. Previously worked on the indie title Obscurant.

Dad, gamer, doodler. When I am not working with the team, I am usually playing games, drawing, or getting out for adventures with my girls.

Game programmer from Austin, TX. Avid reader and irascible podcaster. Cargo shorts enthusiast.

Grizzled production veteran with a love for simplifying processes and keeping the trains running on time. Been making games since '98. When I'm not making/playing games, I'm mostly chasing around my kids or getting tortured by the Mets.

Began working on Saints Row at Volition in 2007 and later worked on my dream childhood franchises: Assassin's Creed, Call of Duty, Halo, and Doom. I love doing anything active (lifting & sports) and going on adventures with my two boys - Archer and Max.

Formerly Studio AD at RAD. Shipped Daxter, GOW: Chains of Olympus & Ghost of Sparta, The Order: 1886, & the Lone Echo and Echo VR series. Drop-out aerospace engineer in a past life. Rest assured… he has never designed anything you will ever fly in.

Coming from Gearbox and Nexon, Nicole brings her expertise to crafting intentional and cohesive player experiences that start from marketing. Outside of games, you'll find her longboarding or trying to perfect new dishes in the kitchen.