Agenda

This roundtable, led by career coach and former games executive Adam Hobbs, invites attendees to explore the realities of aging in the games industry. As layoffs, shifting technologies, and age bias disproportionately impact professionals over 40, many are questioning how to stay visible, relevant, and fulfilled in a youth-driven field. Through open dialogue and guided discussion prompts, participants share insights on navigating layoffs, reframing their experience, and designing sustainable mid-to-late career paths in games. Topics include consulting and fractional work, personal rebranding, and long-term career visioning. Whether currently employed, recently laid off, or considering a pivot, attendees walk away with new strategies, shared encouragement, and a deeper understanding of what’s possible after 40.

Takeaway

Attendees leave with new strategies for navigating their careers after 40, including insights on consulting, career reinvention, and visibility. The roundtable also provides an open space for shared stories and peer support, empowering participants to take informed next steps with clarity and community.

Intended Audience

This session is for mid-to-late career professionals, especially those 40+, as well as studio leaders and recruiters seeking to build age-diverse teams. No prerequisites are required—just an interest in career longevity, inclusive hiring, or navigating industry change with resilience and strategic insight.