Outspark

Outspark has announced today the appointment of Owen Mahoney as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Mahoney previously worked with Electronic Arts in the online media role.

Outspark is hoping that Mr. Mahoney helps them grow their free-to-play MMO audience.

“Since founding Outspark early 2007, the Freemium MMOG market has evolved dramatically. Outspark’s team has built a leading game publishing company, executing solid growth while bringing together a unique MMOG publishing platform with social community elements,” said Susan Choe. “With Owen’s leadership and business experience in the global gaming industry, Outspark will evolve as a leading global game industry player.”

At Electronic Arts, Mr. Mahoney was the Senior Vice President of corporate and business development.

“Having the opportunity build on Susan’s success is a great privilege and I’m honored by the board’s endorsement,” said Owen Mahoney. “Outspark appeals to a vast global user base and to everyone who wants to establish a connection with gamers around the world in real time. Outspark’s game publishing platform and portal also offer fantastic opportunities to both content developers and game publishers, and I look forward to providing value for Outspark, our loyal user base, investors and our great staff.”