Spotlight on Neon River: A Leading Recruitment Firm in the Gaming Industry

As a prominent figure in the gaming industry, Neon River has established itself as a go-to executive search firm. Founded in 2016 by seasoned headhunter Peter Franks, the company provides tailored recruitment solutions to gaming businesses worldwide, encompassing PC, console, mobile, and free-to-play game developers. The firm's expertise lies in executive search, also known as headhunting, which involves proactively seeking out senior candidates for high-level positions such as CEO, CFO, and Chief Marketing Officer. Neon River has built a reputation as a trusted and leading headhunting firm within the gaming sector. Peter Franks, the company's founder and CEO, brings over 20 years of experience in recruiting senior executives for gaming companies globally. A lifelong gaming enthusiast, Franks leverages his in-depth industry knowledge and network to help clients find and attract top talent. With a strong educational background, including a degree from Oxford University, Franks has cultivated a deep understanding of the gaming industry. He recalls his earliest gaming experiences on the ZX Spectrum in the 1980s and has since been an avid gamer, with a particular fondness for Final Fantasy 7. Neon River collaborates with a diverse range of clients, from large multinational corporations to smaller, high-growth entrepreneurial gaming companies. Notable clients include King, EA, Miniclip, and Star Stable Entertainment. According to Rob Small, President and Co-Founder of Miniclip, 'We've had a consistently positive experience working with Peter and Neon River on several key hires, and I highly recommend them as one of the top executive search firms in the market.' A recent example of Neon River's success is the placement of Dayan Yar as Chief Product Officer at Ten Square Games, a publicly listed Polish mobile games developer. This key hire required finding a candidate willing to relocate to Wroclaw, and Yar's strong background in product management at Zynga and SciPlay made him an ideal fit. Neon River prioritizes building long-term relationships with its clients, as evident in its work with King, where it facilitated 11 C-level and VP hires across various functions, and with Miniclip, where it made 10 senior-level hires. The company has also provided pro-bono services to Make-A-Wish, helping to establish their games advisory board. By connecting clients with top passive candidates, Neon River enables businesses to thrive while providing candidates with new opportunities for career advancement. For more information, Peter Franks can be reached directly at peter@neonriver.com. Neon River regularly publishes industry reports, interviews, and other content, including 'The Top 30 Leaders in Mobile Gaming' and 'A Guide to the Mobile Games Industry,' as well as an interview with Miniclip CEO Saad Choudri.