Alex Boucher, co-founder of Game Dev Heroes, has been honored with an MBE

During the recent birthday honors announced by the King, Alex Boucher, who leads Analog as its founder and managing director, has received an MBE in acknowledgment of his contributions to the video gaming sector and entrepreneurial initiatives.

Boucher, apart from establishing Game Dev Heroes and the Games Growth Agency, was engaged at Biz Media as the contract business development manager for MCV/Develop for half a decade. Additionally, he serves as a trustee for Safe In Our World, a charity focused on mental health in gaming.

Expressing his feelings on LinkedIn, Boucher remarked, "I'm honored (and a little surprised) to share that I've been awarded an MBE for services to entrepreneurship and the video games industry."

He added, "Being acknowledged in this manner is a privilege, especially for endeavors I have genuinely enjoyed—creating businesses, fostering growth, and promoting the remarkable talent within the gaming industry.

This honor highlights not only individual effort but also the support, trust, and teamwork of numerous exceptional colleagues, partners, and teams over the years. From initial sales presentations to international launches, I've gained immense knowledge from those around me, and I am deeply thankful for that."