

Jest Developer Luncheon
Join us for an intimate gathering of mobile game developers curious about messaging games and the future of interactive play.
Featuring:
Deyan Vitanov, CEO & Co-Founder of Jest
Michael Dawson, Chief Business Officer of Pocket Gems
The Jest Developer Luncheon is a focused, in-person event where you’ll get a front-row seat to what we’re building - and where the Jest platform is headed.
Over tacos (on us!), you’ll:
Learn about messaging games and why we believe they’re the next major gaming platform
Get an inside look at the Jest platform
Explore the Jest Games Fund - providing up to $1M per title to developers building messaging games on Jest
Meet the Jest team in person
Connect with other developers exploring what’s next in gaming
Grab free tacos and limited Jest swag
We’re early - which means you’ll get an unfiltered look at our vision and a real opportunity to help shape the ecosystem.
Program
11:30a - Doors Open
Arrivals, tacos, and informal networking
12:00-12:20p - Welcome Address
Deyan Vitanov, CEO & Co-Founder of Jest
Deyan will share Jest’s vision for messaging games, why we believe messaging is the next major gaming platform, and how developers can build early advantages on Jest.
12:20–12:35p – Fireside Chat
Michael Dawson, Chief Business Officer at Pocket Gems
Creators of Episode, one of the most successful narrative mobile games globally.
A conversation on platform shifts, building at scale, and what it takes to win on emerging gaming platforms - plus perspectives on partnering with Jest.
12:35-12:40p - Closing Remarks
Key takeaways and next steps for developers interested in building with Jest.
12:40-1:30p - Networking
Connect directly with the Jest team and fellow developers.
1:30p - Doors Close
About Jest
Jest is the first marketplace for messaging games, transforming mobile's stickiest surface into a powerful distribution and retention channel. Learn more at https://about.jest.com/.