Gaming Industry Sees Executive Shifts Across Major Companies
Paramount Games has appointed Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing. Two Point Studios promoted Jo Koehler to COO, while Gamescom's organizer named Frederik Hammes managing director. These appointments reflect ongoing leadership transitions and strategic hires within the global gaming sector.
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Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Jobs roundup: May 2026 | Two Point Studios appoints Jo Koehler as COO
This article rounds up recent executive appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Jo Koehler has been promoted to COO at Two Point Studios, Joshua Yguado is stepping down as CEO of Jam City, and Alset Studio has expanded its leadership team with several new appointments. Other notable moves include Ed Nightingale's promotion at Premier PR and Daniela Pietrosanu joining Electronic Arts.
Jobs Roundup: April 2026 | Frederik Hammes appointed managing director of Gamescom organiser
Several key appointments have been made across the gaming industry. Frederik Hammes is the new managing director of Game Events GmbH, the organizer of Gamescom, succeeding Stephan Reichart. Rovio has appointed Smith Dela Pena as performance marketing lead for Angry Birds Dream Blast, and Yolanda Zhang is the new senior product manager for Diablo Immortal at Blizzard Entertainment. Additionally, Andy Norman has joined CodeDev as COO, and Tom Goldberger is the new vice president of gaming at DDA.
