

RE:FORMAT | Games x Tech Industry Summit | Manchester
Welcome to FORMAT Group's RE:FORMAT Games + Tech Industry Summit | Manchester 2025
The renowned RE:FORMAT Games Summit returns, bringing together the UK games + tech industry for an unmissable day of business networking, thought-provoking talks, and insightful panel discussions led by industry CEOs, business leaders, and key community figures.
The day's activities will be followed by our signature RE:FORMAT Industry Mixer,a vibrant evening of networking, live music, keynote presentations, and opportunities to forge meaningful business connections with industry professionals. Expect an exclusive night of engaging discussions, entertainment, and great company in a dynamic setting.
What to expect:
✅ Business networking
✅ Live music & evening entertainment
✅ Talks, panels & keynote presentations
✅ Exclusive industry mixer
✅ Fantastic atmosphere
Industry Sessions Line-Up:
🎤Rob Hewson- CEO, Huey Games
🎤John Wright- CEO, Turborilla
🎤 Joe Appleford- Partnerships Director, Chillblast
🎤Andreas Petrou- Brabners
🎤Ross Griffith - Head of Marketing,Silver Lining Games
+ More to announce
Industry Leadership Panel Line-Up:
Panel hosted by Stephen Hey, Head of Publishing, Radical Forge
🎤 Cumron Ashtiani- CEO, Last Arrow Games
🎤Viki Freeman- COO, Airship
🎤Charlotte Cook- CEO, Calm Consultancy
🎤 Alison Lacy - COO, Radical Forge
Technology and Innovation Panel Line-Up:
🎤 Asia Sharif - Multi Award Winning Software Engineer, NatWest
🎤 Mariam Hussein - Award Winning Software Engineer, On The Beach
🎤 Ben Summers - CEO, XP Pro Eyewear
🎤 Rogiros Theophanous - CEO, Lola PC
🎤 Phil Goddard - CEO, Play XD
Located at: BLVD, The Avenue, North, Manchester M3 3BZ
🎶Live Music & Performances:
RE:FORMAT will feature live music during our signature industry mixer in which we'll be bringing signature FORMAT Group vibes for our attendees.
12:00 - Welcome Address
12:05 - Investment Talk: John Wright
12:20 - Education and Tech Talk: Chillblast
12:35 - Legal & Business Talk: Brabners
12:50 - Sponsor Message
Short sponsor spotlight and message of support
Networking & Refreshments
This year, RE:FORMAT is proud to support Make-A-Wish Foundation UK, helping to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
We will be hosting a charity raffle with fantastic prizes up for grabs for those who donate. Contributions can be made at the Make-A-Wish UK stand or via donation buckets throughout the venue.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors and partners whose support makes RE:FORMAT Manchester possible:
Lead Sponsor:
⭐Escape Technology
Gold Sponsor:
🥇Chillblast
Silver Sponsor:
🥇Brabners
Bronze Sponsors:
🥉 Other Things, XP Pro Eyewear
Charity Partner:
💙Make-A-Wish Foundation UK
We are committed to making RE:FORMAT an inclusive and accessible event for all.
For any accessibility enquiries, please contact the venue, Brabners, at 0161 836 8800or hello@brabners
We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable industry gathering. See you there! 🎮✨
Please note: The event information above has been added by the organiser. Whilst we try to ensure all details are up-to-date we do not make any warranty or representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information shown.
Venue Address
100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester, M2 3BD
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