
Molly Schlobohm
Job Title: Chief Operating Officer
Company: SugarMilk Games
Industry: Video Games
Mentor Since: Fall 2024
Will Mentor: Graduate Students
Mentor Type: Albers
Profile
Background
Job Description
I manage the studio’s daily operations, ensuring that development teams, production schedules, budgets, and company resources align with strategic goals. They oversee departments such as game development, publishing, HR, finance, and legal, helping to streamline workflows and remove roadblocks. The COO ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget, supports team leadership, and plays a key role in scaling the studio, maintaining operational efficiency, and fostering a sustainable creative environment.
Company Description
Indie game studio specializing in RPG style games.
Employment History
Fortyf: Managing Partner October 2023-2025
Erin Air: President & COO July 2022-October 2023
Arogsy Cruises: President & COO January 2014-July 2022
Marriott International: Multiple Sales and Revenue management positions 2008-2014 Target Corporation: Regional Instructor and Executive Team Leader 2004-2007
US Coast Guard: 1998-2006
Education
MBA
Mentoring Objectives & Scope
Career Guidance: Clarify goals and explore industry roles.
Skill Development: Strengthen leadership, communication, and decision-making. Networking: Facilitate professional connections and networking skills.
Practical Insights: Bridge academic theory with real-world experience.
Goal Setting: Support actionable planning and accountability.
Confidence Building: Encourage initiative and professional growth.
Strategic Thinking: Guide ethical and long-term business decisions
When and where do you hold meetings with your students?
Hybrid (mix of in-person and virtual). Campus library or other public place nearby.
Additional Information
I bring a unique and diverse background, transitioning from the military to Fortune 500 companies and mid-sized firms. Over the past 20 years, I've mastered scaling processes to meet organizational needs. By leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies, I've successfully adapted Fortune 500 tools to benefit small and medium-sized businesses, driving efficiency and growth.