How to Hire Top Product Leaders in Gaming

A single product leader can transform a mobile game from a struggling launch into a billion-dollar franchise. But identifying and attracting that level of talent is one of the hardest challenges in gaming. In this episode of Mission One: The Executive Edge, hosts Gerard Miles and Dan Hampton break down the realities of hiring elite product leaders in mobile gaming. They explore why product has become the most critical leadership role in modern game studios, how to separate true “needle-movers” from executives who simply rode the wave of a successful title, and why the global talent pool is far more distributed than most hiring teams realize. From mapping global talent hubs to evaluating impact beyond simple growth metrics, this episode offers a practical framework for identifying generational product talent in a highly specialized and fiercely competitive market. Mission One: The Executive Edge is brought to you by Mission One. They ensure founders and senior leaders make the most important hires they’ll ever make across consumer tech, AI, gaming, and entertainment. If you’re building your leadership team or considering your next move to the C-suite, connect with Gerard Miles or Dan Hampton on LinkedIn, or visit missionone.io/contact-us.