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Dream Games, a mobile game company based in Istanbul announced that it will expand its operations to the UK and open a new office in central London. To accelerate its incredible growth, the company has also hired Richard Hocking, an ex-King marketing executive and Anju Sethi, an ex-Google executive and King executive as Chief Marketing Officer.
The company’s London office opens at a very exciting point in its history. Three years ago, Dream Games’ original release, Royal Match, was launched. It has since gained a loyal fanbase of millions all over the globe and is consistently ranked as the top 3 most-sold game in the US. With a valuation of $2.75 billion, Dream Games quickly rose to be one of the most valued private mobile gaming companies in the world.
Soner Aydemir is the co-founder and CEO at Dream Games. He said that Dream Games has ambitious growth plans and that the opening of the London office is the next step in this journey. We want to grow our international reach and attract the best talent to make Dream Games one of the top entertainment companies worldwide. London is Europe’s most creative hub, with a vibrant entertainment scene and some of the best partners. We are excited to establish a new base.
We are also pleased to welcome Richard (and Anju), both outstanding and significant new hires at Dream Games as we continue to grow our dynamic company in London and Istanbul. With their extensive experience in the gaming and technology sector, they bring exceptional knowledge to the team.
Richard joined King as the Global Head Marketing. He was responsible for overseeing the marketing organization, including growth and communications teams. He spent 12 years with Starcom Mediavest, where he managed Starcom Mediavest’s Performance Marketing team.
“It is an honor to be joining Dream Games during such an exciting time. Royal Match’s quality and the way the team has developed the puzzle genre have been admirable for a long time. Royal Match’s dedication to providing premium experiences for players with an enduring appeal is why it has grown quickly and has become a global top-rated mobile game,” stated Richard Hocking (CMO at Dream Games).
After 20 years in the gaming, tech and other industries, Anju joins Dream Games. Her ability to create employee experiences and strategies for companies such as Google, King, and Tesco is well-known.
Anju stated, “I am delighted to join Dream Games Chief People Officer on its incredible adventure in the world entertainment.”
“At Dream Games we recognize that our greatest strength is our people. We are proud of the trusting, creative and purposeful environment we have created for them. We aim to develop and nurture our talent in order for them to reach their full potential. This vision inspires me and I feel privileged to be part of it.
Julia Lopez, Minister of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport for UK, stated that “a thriving creative industry is synonymous with the UK. Professionals who push the boundaries are what fuel our success in film, television and music. Dream Games joins a growing list of leaders in their respective creative fields. This will further highlight the global appeal of our creative industries.
