Daniel Mooney
About Daniel Mooney
Daniel Mooney serves as the Consumer Products EMEA Operations Manager at Riot Games, where he manages vendor relationships and oversees the go-to-market strategy for key products in the EMEA region. He has a background in event coordination and commercial operations at Riot Games, having worked there for a total of nine years.
Current Role at Riot Games
Daniel Mooney serves as the Consumer Products EMEA Operations Manager at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he manages vendor relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with Riot Games' customer values and player-focused approach. He leads project management for various large cross-team collaborative projects within the merchandise and licensing ecosystem, providing regional insight and direction to product category managers regarding direct-to-consumer sales trends and performance in the EMEA region.
Previous Experience at Riot Games
Prior to his current role, Daniel Mooney accumulated significant experience at Riot Games in various capacities. He worked as an Event Coordinator from 2013 to 2015, followed by a position in Commercial Operations from 2016 to 2023. Additionally, he served in Out of Client Engagement - Product Management for a period of seven months in 2015-2016. His diverse roles contributed to his understanding of the company's operations and strategies.
Education and Qualifications
Daniel Mooney studied at Lucan Community College, where he completed his Leaving Certificate from 2000 to 2006. This educational background provided him with foundational skills that he has applied throughout his career at Riot Games.
Collaborations with Major Brands
During his tenure at Riot Games, Daniel Mooney collaborated with several renowned brands, including Louis Vuitton, Coke, and Cineplexx. These collaborations highlight his ability to integrate key products and collections with Riot's publishing teams and enhance the company's market presence.
Strategic Responsibilities
In his role as Consumer Products EMEA Operations Manager, Daniel Mooney is responsible for the EMEA licensee go-to-market strategy for key products and collections. His work involves integrating strategies with Riot's publishing teams to ensure successful product launches and market alignment.