Jen MacLean

Jen MacLean is a prominent figure in the gaming industry with a strong background in business development, leadership, and advocacy.

She holds a BA in International Relations from The Johns Hopkins University and dual MBAs in International Business from Columbia Business School and London Business School.

Throughout her career, Jen MacLean has held various key positions in top organizations, showcasing her expertise and leadership skills.

Formerly, she served as the GM of Game Publisher and Developer Partnerships at Xbox in Microsoft, demonstrating her commitment to the gaming sector.

Jen MacLean has also been involved with organizations like BITKRAFT Ventures, IGDA Foundation, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), where she led Worldwide Business Development for Small and Mid-sized Game Studios.

With experience as the Executive Director of both the International Game Developers Association (IGDA®) and IGDA Foundation, Jen has been a strong advocate for game developers and the industry at large.

Her professional journey includes roles such as President at StoryArc Media, Head of Client Relations at EdAssist, and Principal Consultant at KickStartHer Consulting.

Having been in leadership positions like President, SVP, and VP of Business Development at 38 Studios and Vice President and General Manager of Games at Comcast, Jen MacLean has made significant contributions to the business side of the gaming world.

Her expertise extends to the entertainment industry, having served as Senior Director of Sports, Games, and Entertainment at Comcast and Programming Director of Games at America Online.

Jen MacLean's passion for games, technology, and driving positive change is evident in her work and advocacy efforts, making her a respected leader and voice within the gaming community.