Southern California Game Industry Incentives – May 26th

On May 26th, 2011 the City of Glendale along with the International Game Developers Association sponsored, “Southern California Game Industry Incentives: A Conversation between Business and Government”

California is home to the largest number of computer and video game personnel in the nation, accounting for approximately 41 percent of total industry employment nationwide. These companies provided over $2.6 billion in direct and indirect compensation to Californians. The following video clips are from the industry forum.

Clip 1

  • Introduction by Mayor Laura Friedman and moderator, Jamison Selby from IGDA-Los Angeles
  • Presentation by Belinda Van Sickle, Women in Games International (WIGI)

Clip 2

  • Presentation by Martin Rae, Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences

Clip 3

  • Gordon Bellamy, IGDA
  • Presentation by Gregory Lovett and Ray Howden, Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. re: real estate incentives

Clip 4

Panel Discussion - Gaming Industry and Government featuring:

  • Glendale Mayor Laura Friedman;
  • Kristin Bruno, Dean of Instructional Services, Glendale College;
  • Jason Crawford, Economic Development Manager, City of Santa Clarita;
  • Robert Swayze, Senior Vice President, Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation;
  • Bob Rafei, Founder, Big Red Button Entertainment;
  • Greg Lovett, Senior Director, Cushman & Wakefield;
  • Sam Girardin, Founder, Game on Audio;
  • Danny Bilson, Executive Vice President, THQ Inc.