May 18-19, 2026 | Los Angeles
May 18-19, 2026 | Los Angeles
Beyond the main stage, GamesBeat Summit features a curated series of invite-only and community-driven special events — from executive lunches and private roundtables to networking experiences designed to spark real conversations, meaningful connections, and new deals.
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GamesBeat Summit is where journalism meets leadership—where the people building the future of games come to understand what’s next.
Dean Takahashi, GamesBeat’s Editorial Director, brings decades of industry insight to shape the conversation at GamesBeat Next. Known for breaking major stories and chronicling gaming’s biggest shifts, Dean curates the content program to spotlight the ideas, leaders, and innovations that matter most. He is joined by Alex Lee and Rachel Kaser, whose reporting and analysis bring sharp perspectives on the business, culture, and technology shaping the future of games.
Their combined editorial leadership shapes a program grounded in insight, relevance, and credibility. Every session is selected with intention, designed to surface real conversations, meaningful connections, and forward-looking ideas that move the industry ahead.
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Chief Information Officer
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Founder
Head of Innovation
Head of Gaming
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Chief Strategy Officer
Head of UA
Head of Content
Vice President, Gaming
Game Developer
Chief Experience Officer
Chief Gaming Officer
Head of Acquisition
Director of Marketing
Head of Digital Gaming
SVP, Strategy & Brand
Chief Digital Officer
Head of Media & Entertainment
Director of Digital Innovation
Vice President, Marketing
Chief Product Officer
Chief Customer Officer
Director of Corporate Development
Game Director
Game Designer
Game Producer
Director of Product
Director of Data & Analytics
Product Lead
Head of Studio
General Manager
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