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Outright Games hires former CFO of Natural Motion and launches mobile division
Following a record year of financial growth, the U.K. based games publisher has made key hires at a senior level across finance, HR and production departments and launches the mobile division that will compliment Outright’s portfolio of major kids licensors.
Outright Games, the leading global publisher of kids interactive entertainment today, has announced six new executive hires across the business following on from news about their record 75% year on year financial growth in 2020.
The U.K. based, family-owned video games publisher, has announced the addition of Adam Whittaker, who joins Outright Games as its Chief Financial Officer. This move follows his 11 year tenure at NaturalMotion Games where he grew the company through to the sale to Zynga and continued as part of the senior leadership team for 3 years. Adam brings in-depth knowledge both in scaling tech companies, and in particular mobile games, having launched 14 #1 grossing titles. With Outright Games recording record revenue in 2020, Adam takes responsibility for all financial aspects of the company going forward.
Jon Bishop also joins as Head of Mobile Games to lead the rapidly growing mobile division at Outright Games, as the company looks to bring the most popular IPs in kids entertainment to smart phones and tablets across the globe. Jon brings over 20 years experience in the tech industry, across a range of marketing, gaming and business management roles at Paypal, Funding Circle and Coda Platform. As Head of Mobile Games he will oversee the development and growth of the entire mobile games division, as Outright Games uses its extensive roster of top licensors to become the leading publisher of kids games on mobile.
As the company continues to grow at scale, Mel Kent is appointed as Head of People, with 15 years experience in legal and compliance roles. With a 36% increase in personnel over the past 12 months, Mel is responsible for recruitment, HR, compliance, as well as developing a supportive culture for the fast growing team.
Outright Games is looking to triple their total existing portfolio of 18 titles by the end of 2022, and to meet this goal the company continues to build its production team, with three new hires across the department. Nick Ricks joins as Creative Director, Loz Doyle as Executive Producer, and Chris Rose as Senior Producer all having previously worked at TT Games with decades of experience in the kids’ games market shared between them.
Nick Ricks, Creative Director comments on the new role: “I’ve worked with inspiring and inventive teams, along with some of the world’s biggest IPs for 24 years in both creative and production roles. From small indie studios to global publishers, and across multiple platforms and genres, the thrill of creating unforgettable gaming experiences has always driven me, and is why I’m so excited for this new adventure here at Outright Games.”
Outright Games was established in 2016 by Terry Malham, Terry Malham-Wallis and Stephanie Malham, and is the market leader in publishing top quality licensed kids games from the biggest franchises in entertainment including Jumanji, Transformers, PAW Patrol, Ben 10, How to Train Your Dragon and Adventure Time. After opening offices in Los Angeles, London and Madrid over the past 3 years, Outright Games currently has over 30 projects in development, and is set for another blockbuster year.
This month Outright Games announced record financial growth in 2020. In Q4 alone, they generated £22 million in revenue, an increase of 75% from the same time in the previous year.
Additional Quotes:
“Outright Games has been a pillar in the kids video game sector for years now, and I’m excited to join the team at this pivotal stage of the company’s growth. The industry has gone from strength-to-strength over the past year, and we continue to set the standard for top-quality licensed games for children. I wish I could say I’m more excited than my kids to work on some of these incredible franchises, but that wouldn’t be true!” Adam Whittaker, CFO, Outright Games
“The mobile games industry has been crying out for a trusted brand to bring quality, licensed content to kids. With so much experience and credibility in this space, we are uniquely positioned to lead the production of safe, reputable and high-quality mobile games with some of the biggest names in entertainment. This year alone we are set to reveal a host of exciting new titles, and I can’t wait for what lies ahead of us.” Jon Bishop, Head of Mobile, Outright Games
“It has been incredible to see our growth over the past year, and to welcome so many talented new faces into the business. We’re well on track for another record breaking year, and the team we have built continues to go from strength to strength.” Stephanie Malham, COO, Outright Games
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MiFinity to Showcase Innovative iFrame at SiGMA 2024
MiFinity, a leading global payment services provider, is excited to announce its participation at SiGMA 2024, held in Malta from 12 to 14 November. Visitors can find MiFinity at Stand 2012, where the team will be showcasing its award winning PayAnyBank service, and the latest version of the MiFinity iFrame and demonstrating how it helps iGaming operators acquire and retain players with a seamless, flexible payment experience.
Paul Kavanagh, CEO of MiFinity, commented: “SiGMA is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase our latest developments and engage directly with the iGaming community. The MiFinity iFrame is a game-changer for operators looking to streamline their payment processes and enhance the player experience. We look forward to demonstrating its capabilities and connecting with both existing and prospective partners.”
MiFinity’s Business Development and Account Management teams will be on-site to discuss the new iFrame features in-depth and highlight how MiFinity can optimise payments for iGaming operators. They will also be showcasing MiFinity’s innovative suite of payment solutions developed specifically for the iGaming sector, including MiFinity PayAnyBank — a powerful tool that enables operators to send payouts directly to players’ bank accounts in multiple countries and currencies, enhancing the user experience with faster, more localised transactions and reduced FX fees.
The MiFinity Affiliates team will also be available to explain the benefits of MiFinity’s affiliate program, which offers some of the highest commissions in the industry and unique promotional opportunities via the MiFinity Bonus website.
Meet the MiFinity team at Stand 2012 at SiGMA 2024 to learn more about the company’s solutions and how they are transforming the iGaming payment landscape. Pre-book a meeting with the MiFinity team or drop by the stand during the event to explore how MiFinity can support your business.
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ECA and AGEM applaud creation of Association Assembly at ICE Barcelona
The news that January’s ICE Barcelona will include a major new feature dedicated to global gaming’s most influential trade associations has been welcomed by organisations in Europe and abroad.
Making full use of the additional space at the Gran Via Fira de Barcelona, the first ICE Association Assembly has been created to enable trade bodies to promote their values and create new opportunities for the gaming community across every sector and geography, including both the Brussels-based European Casino Association (ECA) and the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM), the global trade association for gaming equipment suppliers with its primary headquarters in Las Vegas.
Erwin Van Lambaart, Chair of the ECA confirmed: “Our members are already planning their week in Barcelona and they will be at this historic edition of ICE in great numbers. ICE is a pivotal event for the global gaming community and having a show floor feature which will enable us to engage directly with all sectors is a unique opportunity.
“Traditionally, our association’s involvement at ICE and its Conference program has primarily centred around networking and product development orientation—connecting with our members, regulators, suppliers, and fellow trade bodies. However, ICE 2025 marks a significant milestone. For the first time, the ECA will have the chance to fully interface with the global industry supply chain in its entirety. We are looking forward to this unique opportunity to articulate our vision for the future to a diverse and comprehensive audience, where innovation, responsibility and significant partnerships for guest and customer centricity will have centre stage.”
Daron Dorsey, CEO of AGEM added: “We represent the interests of our gaming suppliers whose well-known brands are global in reach, so to be given the opportunity to explain our agenda and engage with what is a truly international audience of association colleagues on the ICE show floor is invaluable.”
January’s editions of ICE and iGB Affiliate will occupy 120,000sqm of space compared to the 100,00sqm at ICE 2024. In a major endorsement of the opportunities offered by the relocation to Barcelona 72% of the 25 biggest exhibitors will have an increased stand presence at ICE 2025.
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Blask Wins Prestigious “Startup of the Year” at 2024 Starlet Awards
Blask, the pioneering AI-powered analytics ecosystem for iGaming, has been named “Startup of the Year” at the prestigious 2024 Starlet Awards. The company earned this recognition for developing a groundbreaking market intelligence platform that has redefined how gaming operators leverage data and market insights.
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The award confirms Blask’s revolutionary approach to market analytics and its significant impact on how iGaming companies access and utilise market intelligence. Powered by AI models including Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing, Blask analyses billions of data points across 2000+ active brands to provide unprecedented market insights.
The Starlet Awards recognition follows Blask’s recent SiGMA Asia Startup Pitch 2024 Award victory. “Winning these awards affirms our belief that innovation and bold ideas can reshape the iGaming landscape. The recognition underscores the impact of our cutting-edge AI technology and our relentless pursuit to transform data into actionable insights”, reflects Max Tesla, CEO and Co-founder of Blask
Blask provides operators with a strategic edge across multiple critical areas. Its real-time market analysis capabilities deliver instant access to crucial market metrics, while the high-granularity data available at one-hour intervals enables swift, informed decision-making. The sophisticated AI modelling system estimates GGR and FTD by analysing a comprehensive range of inputs, including historical data, third-party OSINT data, market performance, competitor metrics, historical brand performance, market reports, and public company disclosures.
Beyond analytics, Blask offers robust brand monitoring and competitor analysis tools, alongside strategic and tactical planning capabilities particularly valuable for market entry decisions and maximising performance during major events. The recently introduced customer profile feature harnesses AI to generate detailed, country-specific user profiles, adding another layer of strategic insight for operators.
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