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LA500 2024: Javier Ferreira

Co-Chief Executive, Scopely Inc.

Ferreira is the co-chief executive of Scopely, a multibillion-dollar mobile gaming company that has published best-selling titles such as “Monopoly Go!,” “Stumble Guys,” and “Yahtzee With Buddies.” Prior to Scopely, Ferreira held leadership roles at Electronic Arts Inc. and Jamdat Mobile, before becoming the senior vice president of games publishing at Disney Interactive. Scopely was acquired last year by Savvy Games Group, which is owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, for $4.9 billion.

What’s the best advice you ever got?
Trust your emotions to guide you where to go, but never rely on them to dictate what you do.

What’s your favorite movie, all time and in any category?
“Hana-bi.”

What’s at the top of your bucket list?
To thrive.

What’s the best thing about living in Los Angeles?
It’s endless possibilities.

YEARS ON LA500: 4

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