IP Experts Eugene Evans and Christian Fonnesbech to Headline NG Conversation at NG26 Spring
Nordic Game today announced a flagship session for NG26 Spring, 26–29 May in Malmö, Sweden: Eugene Evans, founder of advisory firm Infinite Ventures and former SVP of Digital Strategy and Licensing at Hasbro & Wizards of the Coast, will join Christian Fonnesbech, founder and Head of IP Development at Leverage Partnership, for an exclusive NG Conversation on IP in the main theatre at Slagthuset, Malmö.

With over 40 years in gaming, Evans has shaped digital strategies at Wizards of the Coast, Viacom, Mythic Entertainment, EA, and Hasbro, driving successes like the MMO Dark Age of Camelot, mobile game Monopoly GO! and the Shadowgate revival. He recently joined the board of asmodee and the Room 8 Group Advisory Board.

Christian Fonnesbech is Head of IP Development at the Leverage Partnership, helping games companies develop lasting IPs and Brands. Recent clients include Bandai Namco, Plaion, Sharkmob, Supermassive, Funcom, and Raw Fury. He also works as a mentor and coach for industry support organisations such as Interactive Ontario and Press Start in Berlin.
Together, they’ll explore turning games into global franchises – a must-attend for developers, publishers, and IP strategists.
“This NG Conversation is a game-changer for anyone serious about IP,” said Jacob Riis, Program Director at Nordic Game. “Eugene and Christian bring unmatched expertise, live in Malmö.”
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