Ken Luo
About Ken Luo
Ken Luo is a Game Economy Designer at Immutable in Hanoi, Vietnam, where he has worked since 2022. He has over a decade of experience in finance and investment banking, with a focus on healthcare and restructuring, and has held various roles in the gaming and finance sectors.
Work at Immutable X
Ken Luo has been employed at Immutable as a Game Economy Designer since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for designing economic systems for both self-developed and partner co-developed game titles. His work involves quantitative modeling and monetization strategies specifically tailored for blockchain-based games. Additionally, he handles live operations and data analysis for game titles within Immutable's in-house studio, contributing to the overall success and functionality of the games.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Before joining Immutable, Ken Luo served as the Chief Operating Officer at Angrymals from 2022 to 2023. He also held the position of Senior Vice President at Catheon Gaming for 11 months in 2021 to 2022. His experience in these roles provided him with insights into game development and operational management, enhancing his expertise in the gaming industry.
Finance and Investment Banking Background
Ken Luo has a decade of experience in finance and investment banking, focusing on sectors such as Healthcare, Restructuring, and Special Situations. His career includes roles as an Analyst at CIMB from 2012 to 2014 and at Houlihan Lokey from 2014 to 2018. He also worked briefly as an Analyst at Allegro Funds in 2012. This extensive background in finance supports his analytical skills in game economy design.
Education and Qualifications
Ken Luo studied at the University of New South Wales, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Finance and Accounting from 2008 to 2011. He also attended James Ruse Agricultural High School, achieving his Higher School Certificate from 2002 to 2007. Additionally, he has experience as a Tutor at the University of New South Wales from 2011 to 2012, contributing to his strong academic foundation.
Internship Experience
Ken Luo has completed several internships that contributed to his professional development. He interned at Macquarie Group in Real Estate for three months in 2010, at the Royal Bank of Scotland in the Global Industrial Group for three months in 2011, and at PwC as an Undergraduate Accountant from 2008 to 2010. These internships provided him with practical experience in various financial sectors.