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About Jason Loia
Game Design & Development
Jason Loia brings over 20 years of executive experience in the gaming industry, having held multiple C-level roles at top game companies. He has shipped titles across all major platforms — mobile, web, console, and PC — and has worked alongside industry pioneers such as Trip Hawkins (founder of Electronic Arts) and Ilkka Paananen (founder of Supercell). Jason holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. His teaching blends high-level strategic insight with hands-on knowledge of game development and publishing.
Formal Education
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University
Master of Business Administration, Harvard Business School