38 Studios has hired Jennifer MacLean, a former VP at Comcast and the incoming Chair of the Board of Directors of the IGDA as their Vice President of Business Development.

Former Comcast VP, Incoming Chair of the Board of Directors of the IGDA, and
One of Industry's Most Influential Women Heads Up Business Development

Maynard, MA, March 19, 2008 – 38 Studios (www.38studios.com), a pioneering entertainment company dedicated to delivering a broad spectrum of entertainment products, today announced the appointment of Jennifer MacLean as Vice President of Business Development. MacLean was previously  vice president and general manager of Games at Comcast, the largest cable company in the United States.

"Jen is a valuable addition to our exceptional team, bringing impeccable credentials, strong relationships, and impressive knowledge of the industry," said Brett Close, CEO and President of 38 Studios. "Her extensive industry experience, intersecting product development, media infrastructures, and entertainment properties, will most certainly open new opportunities for the 38 Studios vision."

Named by Next Generation as one of the game industry's 100 most influential women, MacLean has more than ten years of extensive experience in online content and interactive entertainment. She is the Incoming Chair of the Board of Directors of the International Game Developer's Association (IGDA), and is a frequent and much-requested speaker at industry events.

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