Play Creators Festival

The Department specialises in designing multi-sensory, immersive experiences for some of the world’s biggest brands.

As well as designing games, Friedemann Findeisen­ has been a magician, songwriter, author and film composer.

“We look very much forward to meeting everyone from the inventor community in person again, making new connections within the industry and, of course, seeing great new concepts that hopefully can result in some winning products,” said Jumbo’s Floor Doggenaar.

The ‘Brand Designs’ panel will see Alpesh, Claire and Frederica discuss the key to designing great licensed toys and games.

As we move towards better representation for all across toys, movies, books and games, TrendBible’s Joanna Feeley will explore the characters and stories set to resonate with the next generation.

“We are looking forward to connecting with new inventors, as well as seeing some great new innovations from the creative minds that we already love,” said Josh West, Head of Product Design and Inventor Relations at ThinkFun.

Make it work with Make It Real: co-founder Isaac Wolman on what he looks for in inventions.

“We look forward to meeting and developing relationships with incredibly talented creators from all over the world to see what exciting direction this could take the Ridley’s brand,” said Emma Holmes, Head of Brand for Ridley’s Games.

“We are excited to attend the Mojo Pitch event as it’s a wonderful opportunity to feel inspired by others,” said Brent Geppert, Senior Product Manager at Educational Insights.

James Vaughan on ideas, sizzles, sell sheets – and the best way to pitch to him at Big Potato Games.