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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Leo OlebeCEOOlebe Media Group

Leo Olebe is a global games executive whose 20+ year career spans leadership roles at Xbox, YouTube Gaming, and Facebook/Meta. As VP of Global Partnerships at Xbox, he drove initiatives that strengthen and expand the Xbox ecosystem worldwide. He previously led YouTube's gaming business, supported creators and communities at massive scale, and held earlier posts at Zynga, BioWare, and Warner Bros. Games. Today, Leo also serves as Chair of Games for Change, championing games as a force for positive impact. A lifelong believer in representation, access, and community, he brings a multicultural perspective and a passion for helping creators thrive in every corner of the industry.

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