Nick Rooke

Nick Rooke is a seasoned professional in the gaming and entertainment industry with extensive experience in partner strategy and operations. Currently serving as a Board Trustee at Make-A-Wish® UK, Rooke chairs the CGEDI subcommittee and actively contributes to the Digital Advisory Group. In addition to this role, Rooke also acts as a Games Advisor for Make-A-Wish, leveraging the power of gaming to support critically ill children and their families. With a significant history at Sony Interactive Entertainment, which includes roles such as Head of Partner Strategy and Senior Director of Global Partner Operations, Rooke has a proven track record in transforming partner experiences and optimizing global processes. Other notable positions include involvement with BAFTA's Immersive Entertainment Advisory Group and leadership roles at Dovetail Games and Microsoft, contributing to overall growth and innovative business strategies in various prestigious gaming enterprises. Rooke holds a first-class degree in English from the University of Nottingham.