Executive Leader · Studio Builder · Board & Strategic Advisor

I am an international game industry executive with 25+ years of experience spanning creative and technical development, product, operations, studio leadership, and organizational strategy.

Over my career, I have worked across AAA, mobile and live games, including leadership roles with Ubisoft, Amber, and Twin Harbour / Stillfront, as well as industry and board-level involvement in Canada and Europe.

My work focuses on building and transforming studios, aligning product and business strategy, leading through organizational change, and helping teams operate effectively across international environments.

I am currently based in Malta, where I lead a game studio within an international organization.

Selected areas of expertise

• Executive & studio leadership
• Game product & portfolio strategy
• Studio building and organizational transformation
• International operations
• Product development & live games
• Executive advisory
• Board & industry governance

TThis site is currently being developed and will bring together my professional background, selected projects and credits, publications, speaking engagements, and independent sources documenting my work.

For professional, board or advisory inquiries:
[gwen@gwenaelheliou.com]

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