Phil Williams

Phil Williams is a seasoned professional in the fields of brand partnerships, technology, and innovation, currently serving as Head of Global Brand Partnerships at Futureverse, where responsibilities include crafting go-to-market strategies and fostering relationships with major brands like FIFA and Muhammad Ali in the Web3 and gaming sectors. With extensive experience as a Product Strategy Advisor and Limited Partner at NetX Fund, and as Convenor of PechaKucha Auckland, Phil has been influential in guiding creative industries and promoting new ideas. Previously, as Co-Founder and Chief Partnerships Officer at Altered State Machine, which is now part of Futureverse, Phil led efforts in connecting with IP holders and game studios. Additional advisory roles include investments in CarbonClick, Iomob Technology Services, and CoverUS, showcasing a commitment to climate action, smart city mobility, and healthcare innovation. Phil's earlier career includes key positions at Orion Health and founding the BizDojo, New Zealand's leading innovation environment company, strengthened by a Bachelor of Design in Industrial and Product Design from Victoria University of Wellington.