Leadership shifts remain a key theme in the mobile gaming world, and October 2025 is no exception. With several major appointments and high-profile moves, the month has once again reshaped the executive landscape. Here’s a look at the industry’s latest power players and their next journeys.
Jakob Braunisch – Head of Games at Tapugo
Jakob Braunisch has joined Tapugo as the Head of Games, where he will oversee creative and production efforts, bringing 17 years of experience from leading studios such as King, Activision Blizzard, and Voodoo. He also co-founded Mystic Games, where he helped develop globally recognized titles.
Ibrahim Khalil – Director of Creative and Design at Jawaker
Ibrahim Khalil has begun a new chapter as the Director of Creative and Design at Jawaker, one of the largest Arabic card game platforms connecting millions of players worldwide. With over 18 years of experience, Ibrahim previously served as Technical Art Director at Babil Games for seven years
Julius Chen – Director, Gaming, Experiential Marketing, Sponsorships, and Partnerships, Asia at Visa
Julius Chen’s role at Visa has expanded to Director, Gaming, Experiential Marketing, Sponsorships, and Partnerships, Asia, marking a broader scope of responsibilities. He continues to lead innovative gaming and brand collaborations that engage and inspire Gen Z audiences across the region.
Christian Reshoft – CEO, InnoGames
Chief Product Officer Christian Reshoft will assume the role of CEO, succeeding co-founder Hendrik Klindworth, who will move into strategic leadership within parent company Modern Times Group (MTG) AB.
Jill Lee – Head of Apps, APAC GTM at Google
Jill Lee has stepped into the role of Head of Apps, APAC GTM at Google, where she will lead the go-to-market strategy for the company’s apps business across the Asia-Pacific region. With a strong background at Google, Jill has played key roles in scaling app businesses, driving user growth, and supporting top partners across industries such as gaming, eCommerce, travel, and fintech.
Danielle Tran – Principal at BITKRAFT Ventures
Danielle Tran has joined BITKRAFT Ventures as Principal, bringing extensive experience across gaming, venture capital, and strategy to one of the industry’s most active investment firms. Before joining BITKRAFT, she spent over four years at Konvoy Ventures.
Charlie Cowdrey – CEO at JioBLAST
Charlie Cowdrey has taken on the role of CEO at JioBLAST, bringing his global esports experience and passion for innovation to the new venture. Charlie previously served as Program Director for Fortnite and Rocket League at BLAST. His appointment as CEO follows the announcement of the joint venture between BLAST and the subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, RISE Worldwide Limited.
Luke McCarthy – Associate Product Director at Tripledot Studios
Luke McCarthy has been promoted to Associate Product Director at Tripledot Studios, marking a significant step forward in his career. Previously serving as Senior Product Manager, he played a key role in driving the vision and strategy behind several of the studio’s popular puzzle titles
Bob Holtzman – Director of Franchise Marketing at ArenaNet
Bob Holtzman has joined ArenaNet as Director of Franchise Marketing, leading marketing efforts for the Guild Wars series. He brings over a decade of experience in games marketing, communications, and brand strategy, having previously served as Global Publishing & Brand Communications Lead at TiMi Studio Group and held senior marketing roles at Nexon America and Riot Games.
Hayato Sekiguchi – Chief Operating Officer at Limit Break
Hayato Sekiguchi has joined Limit Break as Chief Operating Officer. He brings experience from Supercell, Facebook, and Amazon, where he worked on operations, strategy, and marketing. At Supercell, he helped manage games like Clash of Clans and Clash Royale.
Amos Yeo – Community Lead, Asia at CD PROJEKT RED
Amos Yeo has joined CD PROJEKT RED as Community Lead for Asia. He brings over ten years of experience in community and marketing roles at HoYoverse, Riot Games, Private Division, and PlayStation Asia. Known for his player-focused approach, he has led major game launches and campaigns across the region.
Berkay Ozturk – Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Cheer Games
Berkay Ozturk has co-founded Cheer Games and taken on the role of Chief Product Officer. He was previously Director of Design at Lion Studios, where he helped create top-charting puzzle games. At Cheer Games, he aims to bring new and creative casual puzzle experiences to players worldwide.
David Stelzer – Chief Strategy Officer at Appcharge
David Stelzer has joined Appcharge as Chief Strategy Officer. He brings over 20 years of experience in digital entertainment and gaming, previously serving as President and Chief Business Officer at Xsolla. At Appcharge, he will focus on strategy, partnerships, and expanding into new markets as the company continues its strong growth.
Laurent Pawlowski – Director of Platform and Store Relations at Xsolla
Laurent Pawlowski has joined Xsolla as Director of Platform and Store Relations. With over 20 years of experience at companies like Samsung, Unity, and One Store Corp, he brings deep expertise in app store growth and strategy. His leadership is expected to strengthen Xsolla’s global presence in the gaming industry.
Amanda Kruse – Vice President of Business Development at Blumhouse Games
Amanda Kruse is now part of Blumhouse Games as Vice President of Business Development. She brings over 20 years of experience in games and entertainment, having held roles at Lionsgate Games, Hivemind, and Big Fan Games. At Blumhouse, she will focus on building partnerships and expanding the studio’s interactive entertainment projects.
