Michael Hooper

Marketing Services Director CCP Games

Michael has been publishing in the gaming industry for over a decade and has covered the gamut from Product Direction & Design to Brand Building & Marketing Process. Michael has worked on multiple forever billion dollar plus live-service games in addition to building new IPs. He has a strong data-informed approach that seeks to remove the mystery and guesswork out of games publishing industry, and applying best practices from across disciplines and fields.

Conference Day 2 - 10th September 2025

11:30 AM Fireside Chat – No Secrets, Just Strategy: Breaking the Myths of Game Marketing

Many believe there are so-called "secret strategies" in marketing, but this fireside chat will explore why fundamental marketing processes and formulas drive real success. This session breaks down the importance of recognising repeatable success, versus breakthroughs founded on good timing, the right market, and the right game by:

  • Challenging marketing strategy misconceptions and outlining the power of fundamentals.
  • Identifying and admitting to the difference between replicable success and fortunate timing to refine future strategies.
  • Expanding marketing approaches beyond cookie-cutter methods to build foster user acquisition and retention.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Michael.

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