Benedikt Grindel

Benedikt Grindel is a seasoned professional in the gaming industry with extensive experience since the late 1990s. Currently serving as Zone Managing Director at Ubisoft Production Studios, Benedikt has held various leadership roles at Ubisoft Blue Byte GmbH, including Managing Director and Senior Producer, contributing to the development of significant game titles such as "The Settlers 5" and "The Settlers 6." As Speaker of the Board for games.nrw, Benedikt advocates for the local games industry in North-Rhine-Westfalia. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Mathematics with a focus on Business from the University of Münster. Prior experience includes business development and marketing roles at renowned companies such as Gameloft and Ubisoft, as well as early career positions in journalism and tour guiding.