Mobile Gaming Industry Hires and Power Shifts – December 2025

December 2025 brings another wave of leadership changes across the mobile gaming industry. A few major names have taken up new roles, and some familiar faces have moved to different studios. Here’s a straightforward look at who shifted where this month.

Borut Vovk – Head of Business Development at OUTFIT7

Borut Vovk has stepped into the role of Head of Business Development at OUTFIT7 after a decade of contributing across multiple divisions. Since joining the company in 2015, he has worked in IT, production, and growth and in his new role, he will now lead business partnerships and major initiatives that support the company’s ongoing evolution.

David Duong – Director of Games Product Management at Netflix

David Duong has joined Netflix as Director of Games Product Management after spending 5.5 years working on 22 seasons of Apex Legends at Respawn. He brings deep live-service and product leadership experience from one of gaming’s most successful franchises.

Jaka Robnik – VP, Talking Tom and Friends Games Division at OUTFIT7

Jaka Robnik has been promoted to Vice President of the Talking Tom and Friends Games Division at OUTFIT7. Since joining in 2017, he has helped shape major titles like My Talking Angela 2, My Talking Tom 2, and Talking Tom Gold Run, moving through roles such as Product Manager, Game Producer, Head of Product, and VP of Product.

Jaka Kejzar – Director of Engineering at OUTFIT7

Jaka Kejzar has joined OUTFIT7 as the Director of Engineering, bringing 14 years of engineering-leadership experience from Bankart, where he led teams in delivering scalable and reliable tech solutions. At OUTFIT7, he will guide the engineering division and strengthen the technology powering the Talking Tom and Friends games.

Steve Ganem – VP of Product at Unity

Steve Ganem has joined Unity as Vice President of Product, returning to his gaming roots to focus on helping developers grow and scale their businesses. Prior to Unity, he served as Director of Product Management for Google Analytics at Google, where he spent over 10 years.

Abril Bautista – Vice President of Global Sales at AppMagic

Abril Bautista has been appointed Vice President of Global Sales at AppMagic, strengthening the company’s commercial leadership as it expands across major gaming markets. With over 15 years of AdTech and SaaS sales experience from roles at Singular, Adjust, and SAP, she brings deep expertise in scaling global revenue operations and building high-performing teams.

Daniel Svärd – Chief Operating Officer at Rovio Entertainment

Daniel Svärd has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer at Rovio Entertainment, bringing extensive experience from nearly a decade at King, where he led Candy Crush Soda Saga and held senior studio leadership roles. He joins Rovio after serving as Co-CEO at Drest, further strengthening his background in managing major mobile gaming portfolios.

Kirstin Whittle – VP of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Behaviour Interactive

Kirstin Whittle has stepped into the role of VP of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Behaviour Interactive, bringing decades of experience from studios like Pipeworks, Keywords, Sumo Digital, and Sony Interactive Entertainment. In her new position, she will drive business development and expand strategic partnerships as Behaviour Interactive continues to grow its global presence.

Ernie Le – VP of Games Business Development at Pragma

Ernie Le has joined Pragma as the VP of Games Business Development, where he will help build and scale FirstLook, a new platform designed to connect game studios with their player and creator communities. At Pragma, Ernie will focus on expanding partnerships with game studios, creators, and community platforms.

Rachael Grant – Marketing Lead at Trailmix Games

Rachael Grant has joined Trailmix Games as the Marketing Lead, bringing over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry. She is known for building strong global marketing strategies and driving long-term brand growth. Previously, she held key roles at Big Fish Games, King, Activision, and Ubisoft, helping shape memorable player experiences across the world.

Yuval Dor – CEO of Beach Bum at Voodoo

Yuval Dor has been promoted to CEO of Beach Bum at Voodoo, after joining the company in 2024 as General Manager. He has played a key role in driving strategic growth and strengthening Voodoo’s casual games portfolio. Previously, he held leadership positions at Playtika and NeoGames, leading major product launches and award-winning titles enjoyed by millions worldwide.

Greg Brandmeier – Vice President, Business Development at Electronic Arts

Greg Brandmeier has started a new role as Vice President of Business Development at Electronic Arts, continuing his 14-year journey with the company. Previously, he served as Senior Director and Director of Business Development.

Gadi Shoshani – VP of Marketing Strategy at Playtika

Gadi Shoshani has stepped into the role of VP of Marketing Strategy at Playtika, where he will help shape the company’s long-term marketing vision and support growth across its global portfolio. He joins from Murka, where he served as VP of Marketing and Casual Studio Manager, leading a 50-member team across all major marketing functions.

Sara Jansson Bach – President at Supercell

Sara Jansson Bach has been elevated to President at Supercell following a major organizational update that brings all teams under the Live Games unit. Previously serving as Head of Live Games and later Chief Live Games Officer, she joined Supercell in 2023 and has since played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s live games portfolio and overall strategy.

Michelle Brandstetter – Director of Business Development at Crunchyroll Games

Michelle Brandstetter has been promoted to Director of Business Development at Crunchyroll Games, after joining the company in 2021 as Senior Manager of Games Business Development and Strategy. She has been instrumental in expanding Crunchyroll’s gaming portfolio.

Eric M. Lee – Head of Partnerships, APAC at Xsolla

Eric M. Lee has been promoted to Head of Partnerships, APAC at Xsolla, after joining the company in 2022 as Business Development Manager. He has led key initiatives across major events, strengthening Xsolla’s presence in high-growth markets such as Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur. In his new role, he will drive partnership strategy across the APAC region, focusing on alliances, developer relations, and revenue growth.