Proto ATL

06/01/2026

My final photos from Proto ATL! Andrew and I send a big thank you to all the designers, gamers, publishers, media, and sponsors!! You ALL made this such a wonderful event!!

I will miss taking an active part of organizing Proto ATL. Thank you all for the GREAT times over the past 6 years!! So many wonderful memories, friendships, and personal growth. It has been an honor to watch you all grow, flourish, and SHINE!!! Your smiles and gratitude fueled me to make the event better and better each year… creating a warm space…welcoming you home.

May you continue helping and encouraging the designers around you, welcoming them to the family. Mama is proud. 🥹

With hugs and love to you all,
Monica

05/29/2026

First day of Proto ATL 2026!!

05/29/2026

Photos from the first day of Proto ATL!

05/27/2026

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Check out Mondo Davis’s video.

05/21/2026

If you get this, know that it is A SPAM EMAIL. Not from Proto ATL.

05/21/2026

05/05/2026

PROTO ATL SEMINAR HIGHLIGHT: Building a Supply Chain you can trust

Taking your game from prototype to mass production can feel overwhelming. How do you choose a manufacturer you can trust? Will the final product match your vision? What risks are you taking by moving forward?

This session is designed for game designers ready to take that next step—but who want to do it right the first time. We’ll walk through how to identify and work with quality manufacturing partners, and how those relationships create consistency, reliability, and peace of mind throughout the entire process.

We’ll address the real concerns that hold creators back—and show how the right approach can turn uncertainty into confident action. Because a supply chain you can trust doesn’t just come from quality makers—it comes from knowing how to choose them.

Bring your questions! A dedicated Q&A for everything manufacturing and shipping related will give you the chance to get clarity on your specific situation, overcome hesitation, and move forward with confidence. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start producing, this session is for you.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Matt Peck, owner of London Pendragon. London Pendragon is a global manufacturing and logistics provider that is leveraging years of experience and connections with trusted factories around the world to bring your products to life. The very best have come together in a meticulous and efficient network resulting in the highest quality at the lowest cost. Your single trusted resource.

05/05/2026

PROTO ATL SEMINAR HIGHLIGHT: Never feel alone.

How to Find Expert Support for Game Design and Self-Publishing! So many resources are available to help with board game design, pitching, and self-publishing. There is no need to ever feel that you are alone in our great community!

PRESENTER: Bryce Brown with Castillo Games.