James Dodd
Out Making Games / Martin Tripp Associates
James Dodd (he/him) is the Chair and co-Director of Out Making Games. He spent five years on Ukie’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, is a #RaiseTheGame pledge partner and a BAFTA Games voting member. By day, he is also a Partner at the global games, tech, media and entertainment executive search firm, Martin Tripp Associates. Here, he has led international recruitment projects for multiple clients around the world. His combined knowledge of leadership across multiple industries, together with his passion and understanding of the benefits of equality, diversity and inclusion, helps businesses push the needle and open doors to individuals and minorities who may have been overlooked in the past, ultimately benefitting all parties. In his spare time, James immerses himself in video games and regularly writes about the games and tech industries.
James Dodd is speaking at the following session/s
Being and Supporting LGBTQ+ in the industry in 2025
This year’s LGBTQ+ round table will tackle key issues LGBTQ+ professionals are facing in the ever-changing social and political landscape. The hosts will present a series of topics, which attendees will be free to openly discuss, sharing their thoughts, insights and experiences, in a safe and supportive environment. Attendees should leave with a better understanding of what others are or have experienced, steps they have taken to navigate these, the knowledge they are not alone in most instances, and tangible or actionable takeaways to facilitate a better working and social environment for all.
Session Takeaway
- What LGBTQ+ professionals are experiencing in 2025
- Practical ways to navigate and mitigate negativity
- Examples of changes to EDI practices around the world along with practical advice on how to navigate them and minimise the effect on yourself
- Steps you or your business can take to support LGBTQ+ individuals and employees
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