Video game industry leaders shared their insights on evolving legal and business issues during the Games::Business::Law Summit, held January 26-27, 2011 at Southern Methodist University.
View the 2011 Summit's panel discussions and presentations here.
December 28, 2010
Game::Business::Law Summit 2011 Announces New Panels
Conference responds to industry demand, adding new topics and expanding on most popular sessions
Game::Business::Law Summit officials today announced several new panels that will be featured at the third annual international conference on the business and law of video games, taking place Jan. 26 – 27, 2011, at Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law in Dallas, Texas.
“Game::Business::Law is unlike any other game conference in that it brings together cutting edge visionaries and thought leaders in the video game and legal fields for real, in-depth conversations on current and emerging business issues,” said Dr. Peter Raad, executive director of The Guildhall at SMU. “Whether you’re involved in the financial, business development or legal aspects of video games, attendance at this summit is a must.”
Hosted by The Guildhall at Southern Methodist University, SMU’s Dedman School of Law and The Center for American and International Law, Game::Business::Law brings top game industry leaders, developers, publishers, lawyers and members of the venture capital and financial sectors from around the world to discuss evolving trends in the digital games marketplace.
Three panels recently added to the growing schedule include:
Keynote Panel: What in the Heck is Going On?
A couple of down years have developers and publishers scratching their heads as to what they should do next. Social games? Move to small teams and make casual games? Maybe the answer is to make better console games? Everything from the death of the video game industry as we know it, to issues before the Supreme Court will be discussed by a panel of industry leaders.
Digital Distribution: Is It Really Finally Here?
We have all talked about it. Is it really here? If not, when will it be? And what about the numerous legal issues and obstacles surrounding digital distribution? Developers and legal experts will give an in-depth look at the status of digital distribution, and its effect on game development and retail sales.
The Art of Deal: Part Two
An expansion on one of last year’s most popular summit sessions. Orchestrating successful deals is considered an art form by many. It requires the ability to masterfully cultivate a partnership between business development leaders and legal counsel that is truly collaborative in its aim to resolve thorny organizational issues.
Those interested in speaking at Game::Business::Law 2011 or receiving information on sponsorship opportunities should contact Ron Jenkins, deputy director, The Guildhall at SMU: jenkinsr@smu.edu / (972)473-3546.
