John Cooney

John Cooney is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of experience in the games industry, excelling in various roles from business development, game design, to content production.

His passion lies in fostering partnerships between developers, platforms, and publishers to create remarkable and sustainable games.

With a background in indie development, successful businesses, and public speaking, John has a deep understanding of the industry dynamics and a global network of developer connections.

John Cooney's expertise spans business strategy, sourcing games globally, and overseeing the development of projects across various platforms including console, PC, browser, and mobile.

He has garnered recognition for his work, including the prestigious Game Developer of the Year award in 2010 from Écrans and multiple accolades from game and animation festivals.

John Cooney studied Technocultural Studies for his BA at the University of California, Davis, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in the field.

Throughout his career, John has held key positions such as VP of Business Development at Armor Games, Senior Manager of Business Development, Director of Premium Games, and Director of Launchpad at Kongregate, showcasing his leadership and strategic capabilities.

His diverse experience includes being the Head of Game Development at Armor Games Inc, Educational Technology Partners at UC Davis, and even founding his own studio, jmtb02 Studios.

John's professional journey also includes a role as an HPLC Chromatographer at California Peptide Research, highlighting his versatility and adaptability across different domains.