Josh: Thanks for joining us Naz! Can you introduce yourself.

Naz: I am Naz-n,a,z, and it's very easy 😊 Originally from Istanbul, Turkey, but I've spent the last 17 years living and working internationally. During my 12-year roller-coaster journey in the United States, I had the privilege of getting my hands dirty within tech startup scene, particularly in New York City. For the last 5 years, I've had the pleasure of calling Barcelona my home, with a strong focus on the mobile F2P gaming industry. I´ve just wrapped up an amazing 4.5 years with Tilting Point as VP of Business Development & Partnerships. Before that, I was focused on the adtech and analytics side of gaming with Appmediation and Mobile Action. I´ve recently joined Huuuge Games, a leading game developer & publisher to help them with their Business Development and Partnership efforts.

Josh: Congratulations on the new job! Can you share more about the new role?

Naz: Thank you! I'm thrilled to join Huuuge as the VP of Business Development & Partnerships. This means focusing on bringing in new opportunities that align with our strategic goals, whether it's through M&A deals or building key partnerships in the mobile gaming industry.Collaborating closely with the executive team, I'll help shape our strategic direction and ensure we're at the forefront of the mobile gaming industry. It's a dynamic position that promises exciting challenges ahead, and I'm ready to make an impact!

Josh: What led you to join Huuuge? 

Naz: After an unforgettable 4.5-year journey at Tilting Point, I felt the time had come for a fresh start and new challenges. I owe a heartfelt thanks to Henric Suuronen for connecting me with the visionary leaders at Huuuge. Upon hearing from them about the impressive expansion and future plans, I got really excited. I knew at that moment that I wanted to join their journey, offering my skills and expertise to contribute towards even greater success.

Josh: Can you give us a breakdown of the new role and the work you will be doing?

Naz: Appreciate it! In my new role at Huuuge, I'll be leading the charge on business development and partnerships. This means focusing on bringing in new opportunities that align with our strategic goals, whether it's through M&A deals or building key partnerships in the mobile gaming industry. Working alongside the executive team, I'll have a hand in shaping our growth strategy and ensuring we stay ahead of industry trends. It's an exciting challenge, and I can't wait to dive in!

Josh: What led you to join the mobile gaming industry?

Naz: Joining the mobile gaming industry felt like the perfect fusion of my past experiences and passions. Transitioning from adtech to app development, I had the pleasure of working closely with mobile game companies and developers, laying the groundwork for what was to come. Tilting Point was my gateway into the world of free-to-play mobile gaming, where I witnessed the magic of turning ideas into tangible products. I've always loved the process of turning ideas into real products, especially when it brings happiness to people. But what really excites me is not just creating games, but also making developers' lives easier in the process. 

Josh: What keeps you in the industry?

Naz: People. They're driven, smart, yet humble, friendly, and always ready to help out. Networking is crucial in this tight-knit community, and the support among peers is fantastic. I also love how open everyone is to new ideas, fostering creativity. The industry's constant changes keep things exciting, pushing for collaboration and innovation, which I really enjoy.

Josh: Awesome works moderating our Alternate Growth Channels panel at Gamesforum Barcelona. Can we expect to see more moderation and speaking from you with your new role?

Naz: Absolutely! As part of my new role, representing the company at events like Gamesforum Barcelona and engaging in speaking opportunities is a key aspect of my responsibilities. I look forward to moderating panels, participating in discussions, and sharing insights from our company's perspective. It's the exciting part of the job! First stop, GDC.

Josh: Final question, reflecting on your time with TP, what have been some highlights?

Naz: Starting from the incredible talent and dedication of the team, and learning alongside some of the industry's most talented leaders like Asi, Samir, Kevin, Jean-Sebastien, Mathias, Saad, and others has been a true highlight for me.

I am particularly proud of the opportunity to assist Turkish studios in enhancing the value of their games. It has always been a personal dream of mine to give back to developers from my roots. 

Additionally, spearheading the recent launch of the FashionVerse game project has been one of the most remarkable moments in my journey.