Ian Masters

Ian Masters has a wealth of experience in the gaming industry. Ian is currently the Founder and CEO of Flick Games, where they are focused on creating the next generation of solitaire games and promoting diverse artists. Ian is also the Co-founder and Director of Out Making Games, an organization that empowers and connects LGBTQ+ professionals in the gaming industry.

Prior to these roles, Ian was the Founder of Plant Pot, a digital entertainment developer. Ian also served as a Member of the Digital Route Panel at the Institute for Apprenticeships, advocating for apprenticeships and T Level qualifications.

Ian has held various board and co-founder positions throughout their career, including being a Board Member at Series Q and the Co-founder and Creative Director at QuizTix.

Earlier in their career, Ian was a Lecturer in Creative Technologies at the University of Bedfordshire. Ian co-founded AirPlay UK Ltd and served as the CEO, developing games for notable companies like Sega, Sony, and Namco. Ian also worked as a Programmer at INTELLIGENT GAMES LTD and Codemasters, where they contributed to the development of popular video games.

Overall, Ian Masters has extensive expertise in gaming, leadership, and advocating for diversity and inclusion in the industry.

Ian Masters received their Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Computer Science from the University of Leeds between 1995 and 1998. Later, in 2008 and 2009, they pursued a Graduate Certificate in Enterprise Management at the University of the Arts London.