Deniz Gezgin

Deniz Gezgin is an experienced executive in the gaming and digital collectibles industry, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Eightpoint since July 2024. Previously, Deniz founded and led 5X5 Gaming as CEO from September 2020 to July 2024. A notable career includes roles as Chief Operating Officer at Epics Digital Collectibles Inc. and Chief Business Officer/General Manager at Outpost. Deniz also held positions at The Topps Company, FunPlus, Machine Zone, Zynga, Idle Games, and Gazillion Entertainment, contributing to various aspects of growth, monetization, and user acquisition. Deniz holds an MBA in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in International Business from Arkansas State University.