PTW Expands Global Leadership Team with Chief Communications Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer

Martin McBride and Martin Glancy promoted to CCO and CHRO, respectively

LOS ANGELES – January 22, 2025 – Today, PTW announced the promotion of two members of its global leadership team – Martin McBride as Chief Communications Officer (CCO) and Martin Glancy as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In their new positions, McBride will be responsible for all Communications, Government Affairs, and Investor Relations, while Glancy will lead PTW’s global Human Resources initiatives and Corporate Social Responsibility efforts.

“As PTW enters our next phase of growth and doubles down on operational excellence, I’m happy to promote two key members of our leadership team to c-suite positions within the company,” said Deborah Kirkham, Chief Executive Officer of PTW. “Glancy has been a trusted HR advisor who will continue to align our workplace culture with PTW’s mission, while McBride’s promotion underscores his passion for the business and talent for sharing PTW’s message with the world.”

Martin McBride has been promoted to CCO and will undertake all internal and external communications and government affairs projects, retaining his Chief of Staff role as he steps into his new position. McBride has played a key role in PTW’s success over the past two years, spearheading efforts across communications, investor relations, M&A initiatives, corporate affairs, and executive thought leadership.

“Everyone dreams of working for a company with strong, forward-thinking leadership, interesting stories to tell, and a phenomenal global growth trajectory,” said McBride. “PTW, under Deborah’s leadership and vision, has that in spades, and I’m honored to lead the crafting of our company’s story as Chief Communications Officer.”  

With over seven years of HR leadership at PTW, Glancy has been instrumental in driving employee engagement, optimizing compensation and benefits programs, and aligning HR strategies with the company’s goals. In his new role as Chief Human Resources Officer, he will be responsible for all global HR functions, supporting organizational development, CSR efforts, and the fostering of a positive and inclusive workplace environment. 

“I’m proud to continue supporting PTW’s vision of excellence, realized through our people,” said Glancy. “As the company grows and looks to the future, I’m committed to preserving the values that make PTW the best gaming services company to work for, no matter the team, project, or location you work from.”

Headshots of McBride and Glancy can be found here.

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About PTW

PTW is an enterprise games services company, providing technical and creative services to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, PTW has grown to become a global force in the gaming industry, with over 40 studios in 14 countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Our industry-leading services include art production, game development, quality assurance, player support, community management, localization, localization QA, audio production, and data collection. The PTW family of brands includes SIDE and 1518 Studios. For more information, visit www.ptw.com.

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