Ukie Board

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Industry champions

The Ukie Board steers Ukie’s strategic decisions, providing leadership and accountability to ensure the success of our work in championing the whole of the UK games industry. Our Board comprises exceptional leaders from across the industry. This diverse representation ensures we can effectively advocate for our members and provide the comprehensive support needed to drive the success of the wider sector.

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2024/25 Ukie Board

Headshot of a long haired women wearing glasses called Maria SayansMaria Sayans Ukie Chair, CEO, ustwo
Black and white image of a bald, bearded man who is wearing glasses smiling at the camera. His name is Nick Button-BrownNick Button-Brown Ukie Treasurer, Chair, Outright Games
Black and white headshot of man smiling called Li Ma-minLi MaUkie Vice Chair, Principal, International Partnerships, Tencent
Black and white image of a woman with short, cropped hair smiling at the camera. She's called Anna KozlovaAnna KozlovaGroup CEO, Room 8
Black and white image of a fully bearded man smiling and facing the camera wearing a striped open collared shirt. Name is Andy TomlinsonAndy TomlinsonDirector of Public Policy, EA
Black and white image of a man standing side profile wearing a patterned white collared shirt called Chris GarrattyChris GarrattyAssociate Director, Legal, Activision Blizzard King
Black and white headshot of a man standing side profile smiling at the camera named Daniel DyballDaniel DyballDirector UK and APAC Public Policy, Sony
Black and white image of a bearded man wearing a white shirt called David GouldDavid GouldSenior Director of Sales UK & Export, Take 2
Black and white selfie image of a bald man with a beard standing in front of a cityscape. His name is Gustavo HerreraGustavo HerreraSenior Manager European Policy Relations, Nintendo
Black and white image of a bearded man smiling at the camera wearing an open buttoned shirt called James ButcherJames ButcherUK and Ireland Xbox Category Director, Microsoft
Black and white image of a Jonathan Edwards giving a speech at an eventJonathan EdwardsHead of Sales, Warner Bros
Black and white headshot of a women with shoulder length hair called Katherine BidwellKatherine BidwellFounder, State of Play Games
Black and white image of a man wearing glasses and a patterned polo shirt called Kelvin PlomerKelvin PlomerSenior Director of Games Operations, Jagex
Black and white headshot of a man standing against a brick wall called Mark SlaughterMark SlaughterMarketing Director, Ubisoft
Black and white portrait image of a woman with long hair smiling at the camera. Her name is Melissa PhillipsMelissa PhillipsManager, ReadGraves
Black and white headshot of long haired woman smiling called Nina AdamsNina AdamsStudio Director at Auroch Digital
Black and white image of a bearded man smiling at the camera. His name is Rafal KloczkoRafal KloczkoDeputy General Counsel, Epic Games
Black and white portrait of a woman with short hair and glasses, wearing a dark top, standing with arms crossed against a plain background. Her name is Reedah El-SaieReedah El-SaieFounder & CEO, Brainspark Games
Black and white headshot of women wearing a patterned top smiling called Samantha EbelthiteSamantha EbelthiteChief Revenue Officer, Singer Studios
Black and white side profile shot of a man wearing glasses. His name is Simon ByronSimon ByronManaging Director, Yogscast Games
Black and white headshot of a bearded man wearing a shirt called Tom HegartyThomas HegartyCo-Founder, Studio TJH
black and white headshot of a professional man at an event wearing a white shirt and black blazerTim ScottSenior Director of Public Policy, UK and Middle East, Roblox
Ukie has never been better placed to support the industry and deliver on its mission. With a great team led by Nick Poole OBE, clarity of strategy, and a supportive government, we are well set to deliver on the Supercharged vision.
Maria Sayans, Ukie Chair and CEO ustwo

Becoming a Board member

Ukie’s Board elections allow members to influence the strategic direction of the organisation and the UK games industry. Eligible members vote for candidates standing in the election, held each summer. Voting is managed by Civica, an independent provider, and the nominees with the most votes are announced at the Ukie Annual General Meeting.

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