Josh Arteca 🔜 GDC

Josh Arteca is a business development leader with 15 years of experience forging strategic partnerships in the gaming, esports, and XR industries. As Director at Alkaid Studios, he specializes in co-development and art outsourcing, having grown North American partnerships by 300% in his first year. Colleagues describe him as effective, relentless, and passionate.

Outside of his formal roles, Josh shows a keen interest in the triumphs of independent games and the evolving dynamics of the gaming job market. He recently shared his excitement for the success of the niche game "Mewgenics, " highlighting its unique market position and successful launch outside of a typical publisher structure.

In his previous role as VP at Onward Play, he drove annual revenue from $1. 2 million to $5. 6 million.