Benjamin Cooley

Benjamin Cooley is an experienced engineering professional with a diverse background in the gaming industry. Currently serving as Principal Engineer at Proof of Play since September 2024, Benjamin focuses on leveraging blockchain technology for decentralized gaming experiences. Prior roles include Principal Engineer at Riot Games, where a strong dedication to player experience was emphasized, and Director of Engineering at Telltale Games, overseeing a significant tech stack transition to Unity. As Co-Founder and CEO of Waygate, Benjamin developed patented interactive 3D and VR content streaming technologies. Earlier experience includes key engineering positions at Zynga, Booyah, LucasArts, Digital Stream Technology, and Cinematix Studios, with a history of leading innovative projects and teams. Benjamin's educational background includes studies at Arizona State University and Brigham Young University.