EA Games Site Tour + Networking Night | Agile Game Development in 2025 and Beyond

Step inside the world of Electronic Arts at this exclusive networking night and site tour at EA Vancouver in Burnaby! This special event brings together gaming professionals, project managers, and agile enthusiasts for an evening of learning, connection, and inspiration.

The night kicks off with a keynote address from Natali Altshuler, Chief Operating Officer of EA SPORTS Studios, who will share insights into the future of agile game development and how it continues to evolve in a rapidly changing industry. Learn how EA leverages agile methodologies to bring together cross-functional teams, streamline development cycles, and enhance creativity in game production.

Following the keynote, a panel of industry experts will dive into the latest trends in agile project management, best practices for game development, and strategies for leading successful teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Whether you’re a game developer, project manager, or tech enthusiast, you’ll gain valuable insights into the processes behind some of the world’s most popular video games.

Beyond the discussions, this event offers a fantastic networking opportunity for PMI members and industry professionals. Meet like-minded peers, connect with EA employees, and exchange ideas with leaders in gaming and project management. Plus, attendees will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of EA Vancouver’s Burnaby campus, home to world-class studios, cutting-edge technology, and a thriving creative community.

This event offers PMI members and industry professionals a unique opportunity to:
✅ Gain firsthand insights into agile management and its impact on cross-functional teams in game development.
✅ Network with like-minded professionals and industry leaders.
✅ Take an exclusive tour of EA Vancouver’s Burnaby campus and learn more about Electronic Arts.

Whether you’re passionate about game development, project management, or agile methodologies, this event is a must-attend for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and connections in the industry.

Agenda:

• 5:00 – 5:30 pm: Arrival and networking
• 5:30 – 6:00 pm: Keynote
• 6:00 – 6:30 pm: Panel
• 6:30 – 7:00 pm: Optional Tour
• 6:30 – 7:30 pm: networking

MEET NATALI

As the Chief Operating Officer for EA SPORTS global studios, Natali oversees development for Electronic Arts (EA)’s multi-billion dollar portfolio of industry-leading sports and racing franchises, including operations, technology, and creative services. 

With more than 300 million fans engaged in EA SPORTS games around the world, the portfolio is a major growth center for EA. It includes EA SPORTS FC, the largest interactive sports franchise in the world, as well as EA SPORTS Madden NFL, the best-selling sports property in U.S. video game history, the EA SPORTS F1 series, as well as EA SPORTS NHL, EA SPORTS UFC, EA SPORTS PGA TOUR, EA SPORTS College Football,  EA SPORTS Super Mega Baseball, and more.

A proven leader with an extensive record of driving growth, business results, and transformation at scale, Natali brings a strategic and operational focus across product development activities, technology, and their multidisciplinary, international team of 2500+ developers. With over 20 years of experience in game development, Natali joined EA SPORTS in 2003, after graduating from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a degree in Computer Science.

Natali is a strong advocate for women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields, and is an active member of the local community as a mentor with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s “Leaders of Tomorrow” program, as well as the UBC Computer Science program. She also serves on the Board of Directors for DigiBC, and was a former Board Director for the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

In both 2022 and 2023, Natali was recognized by Business in Vancouver (BIV) as one of the most influential leaders in the province of British Columbia, Canada, as well as one of the Most Influential Women in Business in 2025.

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