CMU Night at GDC: From Vision to Investment - How Today’s Studios Win

​Tartans Assemble!

​Join visiting guests and those across the Bay Area in celebrating the annual GDC extravaganza while helping to shape the next generation of game developers!

​Our featured speaker panel brings together two dynamic leaders to explore what it takes for studios to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Their combined backgrounds in studio investment and strategic acquisitions provide valuable insights into how and why certain teams and projects earn support in today’s industry.

​Featured Speakers:

​Ryan You - Founding General Partner at DENMU, a next-gen investment fund franchise 100% focusing on video game content.

​Todd English - Founder of Phoenix Games, a group specializes in acquiring and enhancing f2p game studios by utilizing their proprietary AI-based Uplift Platform and providing support and resources.

​CMU is also partnering with Academy of Art University (AAU) to connect students with professionals and providing an opportunity for them showcase their work and learn about this fascinating industry we work in.

​This is a great opportunity to (re)connect with old friends and meet aspiring students. Whether you’re a creator, founder, or industry leader, this panel will offer valuable insights into the forces shaping the future of games, and the strategies that help studios get from vision to victory.

​See you soon!