Apple Welcomes Tamzin Taylor

Apple has made a significant hire by bringing in former Google Play leader Tamzin Taylor as its new director of developer relations for EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa). With over a decade at Google, where she notably served as the head of Google Play partnerships for Western Europe, Taylor's wealth of experience is expected to enhance Apple's relationships with developers and drive its App Store initiatives forward.

Wooga's Leadership Transition

In the world of mobile gaming, Wooga has undergone a significant leadership change as Nai Chang steps down after five impactful years. Previously the head of Google’s growth consulting for games, Chang has left behind a legacy of innovation. Stepping into the role of managing director is Dennis Korf, who aims to steer Wooga towards exciting new projects such as its popular title, June's Journey.

Azra Games Expands with Kris Davis

Former PlayStation Studios executive Kris Davis has been appointed as chief business officer at Azra Games, a studio founded by the creators of Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. With his extensive background in mobile gaming and business development at Kabam, Davis is set to bolster the company's growth strategies as it aims to captivate gamers with new offerings.

New Strategic Partnerships at Supercell

Supercell, the powerhouse behind Clash of Clans, has brought on Eloise Bradley as the director of strategic partnerships. Her previous roles at the Lego Group and Games Global give her a unique edge in forming alliances that can enhance the game's reach and player engagement.

Scopely Shifts for Monopoly Go

Scopely continues to evolve, having appointed Alexsander Zelenko as the new associate director of product for Monopoly Go, thanks to his proven skills as a lead product manager. His expertise is expected to refine the product's strategy and user experience.

Unity Changes Management Dynamics

Unity Technologies has promoted Mia Vinas to growth partnership manager while announcing that board members Michelle K. Lee and David Kostman will step down. This transition points to a possible reorientation within the company as it seeks to adapt to the rapidly changing gaming landscape.

Discord's New Role for Janice Hsieh

Focusing on mobile gaming, Discord has welcomed Janice Hsieh as account manager for advertising solutions. Her past experience in user acquisition at Unity and brand partnerships at TikTok positions her well to drive new opportunities for mobile game developers on the platform.

Tactile Games Expands with New Talent

Tactile Games has announced four new hires, including former Space Ape designer Pelinsu Ayas, who will elevate gameplay design as a senior level designer. With other specialists joining in marketing and engineering roles, Tactile is clearly investing in talent to enhance its flagship game, Lily's Garden.

ByteBrew and Moloco Make Strategic Hires

ByteBrew has brought Tamar Polak aboard as director of sales and customer success for EMEA, aiming to leverage her extensive experience from AppsFlyer. Meanwhile, Moloco has secured Athina Kapaka as a senior growth manager to further innovate their machine learning capabilities in monetization.

Code Wizards Group Strengthens Advisory Board

Finally, Code Wizards Group has appointed Fred Gill, co-founder of Antidote Gamers, to its advisory board. His previous experience with EA Partners and Respawn Entertainment will provide invaluable insights as the firm looks to enhance its game infrastructure solutions.

As these industry veterans take the reins in their new roles, the mobile gaming landscape prepares for exciting transformations that could lead to groundbreaking gaming experiences. Stay tuned, as we keep you updated on all the latest developments in this dynamic sector!