Scott Hartsman

Scott Hartsman is a seasoned professional in the gaming industry, currently serving as an Advisor at Brain Jar Games. He has a notable history of leadership roles in various gaming companies, including positions as CEO of Trion Worlds and as a Strategy Consultant at Sony Interactive Entertainment. His extensive experience encompasses roles such as Executive Producer and Technical Director for popular games like EverQuest II and RIFT.

Career Highlights

• Brain Jar Games: Currently an Advisor, contributing his expertise in game development and strategy.

• Sony Interactive Entertainment: Worked as a Strategy Consultant from March 2023 to September 2023.

• Wargaming: Served as Product Group Head and Advisor to the CEO from July 2020 to June 2022.

• Trion Worlds: Held multiple roles including CEO from August 2013 to October 2018, and Executive Producer from September 2009 to January 2013.

• Sony Online Entertainment: Contributed as Executive Producer for EverQuest II and held various technical roles for the EverQuest franchise.

Achievements

Scott has been recognized for his contributions to the gaming industry with several awards, including a Technology and Engineering Emmy Award for the development of massively multiplayer online games. He has also been involved in projects that received critical acclaim, such as RIFT, which won multiple Game of the Year awards.

His background reflects a deep commitment to advancing game design and production, making him a respected figure in the gaming community.12