Manuel Figeac
About Manuel Figeac
Manuel Figeac serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at Big Viking Games, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in the gaming industry, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Gameloft, King, and Electronic Arts.
Work at Big Viking Games
Manuel Figeac has been serving as the Senior Director of Product Management at Big Viking Games since 2021. In this role, he oversees product strategy and development, leveraging his extensive experience in the gaming industry. His work is conducted remotely, allowing him to collaborate with teams across various locations. His focus includes enhancing user engagement and optimizing product performance.
Previous Experience in Gaming Industry
Prior to his current position, Manuel Figeac held several significant roles in the gaming industry. He was a Studio Manager at Gameloft for five months in Berlin in 2007. He then worked at Aeria Games GmbH as Vice President of Studio/Product Launches from 2009 to 2016, followed by a position at Electronic Arts (EA) as Director of Live Product Management from 2016 to 2018. He also served as Senior Product Manager and Senior Business Performance Manager at King from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Manuel Figeac studied at HEC Paris from 1997 to 2001, where he gained foundational knowledge in business management. He also attended Lycée Henri IV from 1995 to 1997. His educational background supports his expertise in product management, data science, and analytics, which he applies to inform product strategy in the gaming sector.
Specialization in Product Management
Manuel Figeac specializes in using data science and analytics to guide product strategy. He has a strong background in monetization and live operations for mobile applications and free-to-play games. His experience includes involvement in the launch of the MMO Strategy mobile game Star Wars - Rise to Power, showcasing his ability to manage complex product launches.
Leadership Roles in Previous Companies
Before joining Big Viking Games, Manuel Figeac held leadership positions in various companies. He was the CEO, CPO, and Managing Director at Peak Brain Training from 2020 to 2021. His career also includes a four-year tenure as a Producer at Gameloft in Paris from 2003 to 2007, where he contributed to the development of multiple gaming titles.