[Industry news] TIGA names Elaine Green as new Chair

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TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has today announced the appointment of Elaine Green as its Chair.

Elaine becomes TIGA’s Chair with immediate effect. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in games development and publishing. Elaine co-founded Brighton-based indie games studio Nellyvision in 2010 and across her career has worked on some of the biggest franchises in games and the wider entertainment space, from Dancing with the Stars to Peaky Blinders. She has been a TIGA Board Member since January 2013.

Elaine takes up the role at an exciting time for TIGA, with the organisation campaigning for an enhanced Video Games Expenditure Credit, working with universities via TIGA course accreditation and delivering events for studios, industry and education and the TIGA Awards. Elaine replaces Rebellion Co-Founder, CEO and Creative Director Jason Kingsley CBE, who has been involved with TIGA since the organisation was founded in 2001.

TIGA CEO Dr Richard Wilson OBE said:

“I am delighted to welcome Elaine as Chair of TIGA. Elaine brings extensive experience across games development and publishing, a deep understanding of the needs of UK studios, and a strong track record of leadership. As TIGA continues its work to support and grow the UK games industry – including campaigning for enhanced Video Games Expenditure Credit, working with education providers and delivering events for studios –

– Elaine’s insight and energy will be invaluable. I would also like to thank out-going Chair Jason Kingsley CBE for his contribution to TIGA since its founding.”

TIGA Chair Elaine Green added:

“I am honoured to take on the role of Chair at such an important and exciting time for TIGA. I would like to thank the Board members for their confidence in me, and Jason for his continued support of TIGA. Our organisation plays a vital role in championing the UK games industry, and I am passionate about ensuring that studios of all sizes are supported to thrive. I look forward to working closely with the Board, the team, and our members to build on TIGA’s strong foundations and to help shape a sustainable, innovative future for the sector.”