My ability to effortlessly connect and collaborate with people from all walks of life. I’m known for my persistence and determination, and face challenges with patience and a keen ear, transforming questions and discussions into solutions.
What is your favorite video game? Why?
GTA V, because it gives me an adrenaline rush through high-stakes action in a vast open world. The thrilling adventures allow me to take a break from reality without any real-life consequences.
What is your role at IDG?
I'm the internal engine, ensuring that all aspects of our business operate smoothly. My responsibilities include developing and refining processes to optimize our operations and enhance efficiency. Leveraging our data, I help our team make informed decisions that drive our company's growth and strategies.
What is your background/experience in the games industry?
I have over a decade of experience in the dynamic world of gaming. My journey in this industry began at a AAA gaming company, where I mastered the art of wearing multiple hats. Initially focused on account management, my role soon expanded to include overseeing complex operations and supporting strategic marketing initiatives, all with a regional focus. My passion for this industry grows with every challenge and achievement, and I cherish every moment of contributing to this thriving community.
“IDG is one of our go-to partners for tackling some of the biggest challenges we face in our industry. They are objective, independent experts, and they have been a trusted advisor and resource for Activision for over 20 years. We work with IDG across multiple areas and levels, and we greatly value the partnership.”
Activision
“IDG is one of the most insightful and forward-thinking research firms in our industry. Their unique ability to expertly analyze trends that capture paradigm shifts in emerging technologies, business models and consumerism is what has made them such a valued longstanding partner of our organization.”
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
“Intelligence is about answering two very important questions; why and what next? Over the last 5 years we’ve partnered with Yoshio and the IDG team, we’ve worked together in high level strategy products to local tactical engagements helping fuel the growth for Wargaming and enabling my team to focus on implementing the how. IDG has consistently delivered insight around trends driving the industry, competitive intensity in exploratory markets, and easy to understand data visualizations unpacking complex metrics in bite size form.”
Wargaming
“Milestone has been working with IDG for many years, and the level of collaboration could not be higher. The support provided by the company has played a role of great value over time: their quarterly reports are a fundamental tool to analyze trends, preferences and users’ tastes and they provide very good support for our strategic decisions. In addition to periodic analysis, Milestone also works with IDG for ad hoc evaluations, always managing to have precise, rapid and extremely useful answers for our business. IDG has even been an incredible supporter for us in looking for a partner in the US, and they followed up with us step-by-step with enthusiasm and dedication. We will be always grateful to Anton, Yoshio and the whole IDG team.”
