Bartle & Wood is one of many new, one-person consultant firms springing up as the result of a tumultuous 2024 in the games industry.

Whether you are an established company or sprouting start-up, you will have your pick of talented and experienced specialists, and it's important you take the time to connect with the right person to help solve your unique challenge.

​If I can't assist you, I will be more than pleased to connect you with somebody who can.

ROB Bartholomew

With more than 20 years in games, Rob was most recently part of the senior leadership team at Creative Assembly. As Chief Product Officer, he was instrumental in shaping the trajectory of one of the industry's most iconic strategy franchises and has overseen the launch and ongoing support of more than a decade of titles from the UK's largest studio.

His focus on the expansion of the Total War Series, establishment of multi-title strategic partnerships, and successful implementation of live support strategies, resulted in record-breaking revenues and millions of engaged players worldwide. More recently, he worked to secure multiple franchise team plans and IP agreements to extend the studio's roadmap into the mid-2030's.

​With a background at Bethesda, SEGA and Take 2, Rob has built a career in connecting game teams with their audiences, enhancing player experiences and driving long-term franchise growth. ​

Networked with Player One Consulting

I'm linked with Player One Consulting to provide a additional range of services, further access to specialists and support for multi-discipline projects. 

​Home to seasoned and passionate industry experts, Player One have delivered for all team sizes and across all platforms, covering the full breadth of the games business.

With key capabilities in business growth, marketing strategy & planning and operational effectiveness, they serve a client base that includes the biggest names in games.

Together, we'll be able to advise on the best possible approach to your requirements.

Find out more at Player One Consulting.

Networked with Mighty Diamonds

We are also networked with Mighty Diamonds,  a strategic video game consultancy collective focused on the design, production, management, marketing and business of video games.

Every member in the collective is a vetted and respected member of the video game industry and at the highest level of their profession.

Fostering a supportive and non-competitive environment where knowledge sharing and collaboration are encouraged. Mighty Diamonds ensures that their members have ample opportunities to thrive and to provide the best service they can to clients in the video game industry.

​Find out more at Mighty Diamonds.