General Session: View from the Top: M&A and Consolidation: Navigating the Shifting Landscape of the Game Industry
As the game industry continues to grow and evolve, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become key drivers of transformation, innovation, and competition. This panel brings together top industry executives, analysts, and legal experts to discuss the latest trends and strategies in M&A and consolidation. Topics will include the motivations behind recent high-profile deals, the impact of consolidation on developers, publishers, and players, and the challenges of integrating teams and technologies post-acquisition. Panelists will also explore how M&A is shaping the competitive landscape, influencing market dynamics, and creating opportunities for growth in a rapidly changing industry.
Panelists:
Dara Leung, Managing Director, The Raine Group
Jeff Chaiken, Head of Corporate Development, Skybound
Antoine Sellam, Director, Gaming & Tech Investment Banking, Bank of America