industry seminars

The following educational programming covers valuable topics for members across the industry. From publishing to distribution to media productions, we have designed this years seminars to serve GAMA’s entire member base.

ICv2 White Paper: Hobby Games Market

Milton Griepp

Tuesday, 11am-12pm in Sorrento 1 & 2

In this presentation, Milton Griepp, CEO of ICv2, the leading authority on market information for the hobby games business, will share the latest data on the hobby games market in the U.S. and Canada, looking at short and longterm trends. In addition to analysis of the overall market, this presentation will include size and trend information for individual hobby game categories, including Collectible Games, Miniatures, Hobby Board Games, Hobby Card and Dice Games, and Roleplaying Games.

The Ins and Outs of Fulfillment

Allison Chase

Monday, 10am-11am in Sorrento 3

What happens when a product leaves the assembly line? Designed as an introduction to the world of fulfillment, this session maps your journey from factory to doorstep, while also introducing you to the logistics tools and best practices you’ll need to deliver your project successfully.

Intellectual Property for Games: How to Get It, How to Use It

Nick Landau

Monday, 11am-12pm in Sorrento 3

Tuesday, 11am-12pm in Sorrento 3

The market for hobby games (HG) has grown explosively over the past decade, causing the value of HG intellectual property (IP) to increase proportionately. HGs are now common targets for counterfeiters, and the market is awash in fake games. This seminar explains why reliance on unregistered IP is no longer adequate to protect creative investment in HGs, and explains simple and cost-effective ways to improve IP protection of HGs. No stone will be left unturned, as all forms of IP will be discussed, from the ubiquitous copyright to trademarks, trade dress, and design patents. The seminar will consider cost-effective ways to enforce intellectual property, without recourse to costly lawsuits.

Legal Aspects of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)

Dr. Brian Chellgren

Monday, 3pm-4pm in Sorrento 3

Tuesday, 9am-10am in Sorrento 3

This seminar provides an overview of nonfungible tokens: what they are, what they are not, and potential legal risks in using them.

Marketing with Retailers Panel

Monday, 10am-11am in Sorrento 1 & 2

John Stephens moderates this discussion about partnering with retailers to market your products directly to customers. Features industry expert discussion and Q&A.

Marketing with Vision Panel

Monday, 9am-10am in Sorrento 1 & 2

Marketing is nothing if not the effort to spark and inspire interest and desire. Come hear a lively discussion of marketing professionals across the industry on the nature of marketing, inspirational marketing events, creative applications in any environment, and more.