Podcast Episode

13

49 min

Feb 12, 2025

How to lead major industry events Alex Pratt on balancing success with well-being

Alex Pratt

Alex Pratt is the Group Managing Director at Clarion Gaming, overseeing some of the industry's most prominent events, including ICE and iGB Affiliate. With over two decades of experience in iGaming, he has played a pivotal role in shaping gaming media, events, and community-building. He began his career in sales, eventually growing iGaming Business from a small quarterly print magazine into a dominant media powerhouse.

He later joined Clarion Gaming, where he has led transformative changes, including the recent relocation of ICE from London to Barcelona. Known for his strategic vision, innovative approach, and people-first leadership style, Alex is passionate about creating valuable industry connections, improving workplace culture, and helping leaders grow both professionally and personally.

TOPICS COVERED

Communication & Networking

Work-Life Boundaries

Diversity & Inclusion

Building High-Performance Teams

Stress Management & Resilience

Podcast Episode

13

49 min

Feb 12, 2025

How to lead major industry events Alex Pratt on balancing success with well-being

Alex Pratt

Alex Pratt is the Group Managing Director at Clarion Gaming, overseeing some of the industry's most prominent events, including ICE and iGB Affiliate. With over two decades of experience in iGaming, he has played a pivotal role in shaping gaming media, events, and community-building. He began his career in sales, eventually growing iGaming Business from a small quarterly print magazine into a dominant media powerhouse.

He later joined Clarion Gaming, where he has led transformative changes, including the recent relocation of ICE from London to Barcelona. Known for his strategic vision, innovative approach, and people-first leadership style, Alex is passionate about creating valuable industry connections, improving workplace culture, and helping leaders grow both professionally and personally.

TOPICS COVERED

Communication & Networking

Work-Life Boundaries

Diversity & Inclusion

Building High-Performance Teams

Stress Management & Resilience

How to lead major industry events – Alex Pratt on balancing success with well-being

Alex Pratt

GUEST BIOGRAPHY

Alex Pratt

Group Managing Director at Clarion Gaming

Alex Pratt brings extensive experience in the iGaming industry with insights into leadership, strategy, and business development.

Key topics discussed

00:00 Introduction and guest background

05:00 Event leadership

10:00 Business resilience

15:00 ICE Barcelona move

20:00 Authentic leadership

25:00 Work-life balance

30:00 Public criticism

35:00 Boundary setting

40:00 Team culture

45:00 Strategic vision

50:00 Crisis management

55:00 Personal growth

Key takeaways

  1. Authentic leadership requires setting boundaries - being confident enough to say what behaviour is not acceptable, regardless of how much money someone is spending

  2. Vulnerability creates stronger connections - showing emotion and being human in leadership moments resonates more than trying to appear perfect

  3. Planning and clear objectives are essential for event success - whether attending or exhibiting, having specific goals and utilising all available resources maximises ROI

Memorable quotes

"Authentic leadership requires setting boundaries - being confident enough to say what behaviour is not acceptable, regardless of how much money someone is spending"

"Vulnerability creates stronger connections - showing emotion and being human in leadership moments resonates more than trying to appear perfect"

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