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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Cisco MaldonadoHead of Strategy and Business PlanningMidwest Games

Cisco Maldonado is a publishing and franchise strategist working across global entertainment and games. He has held senior leadership roles at NetEase Games, Bandai Namco and DC Comics/Warner Bros., shaping go-to-market strategy, portfolio positioning, and long-term IP growth across multiple AAA franchises. Cisco specializes in the intersection of product, fans, and business strategy; helping studios translate creative vision into scalable ecosystems that drive engagement, retention, and lifetime value.

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