Meet the Broadband Boss: PieFace
If you’ve ever wanted to know what it really takes to hack the online world and turn a gaming hobby into a full-time gig, you’re in luck. giffgaff’s Broadband Boss Academy lands in Liverpool on 19 May, with insider tips from our panel of expert mentors, including gamer royalty PieFace.
From the burger grill to the gaming elite
PieFace is a streamer who turned his love for FIFA and football into a dream job. Before bossing the gaming world, PieFace was a McDonald’s manager, but his humour and community-first approach on Twitch and YouTube changed everything. Now, he collaborates with some of the biggest names in esports and football, all from his streaming setup.
Why he’s a Broadband Boss
PieFace is a pioneer in ‘fandom-led’ careers. He’s built a loyal audience of over 300,000 followers by keeping things authentic and fun. He understands that, in the world of gaming and live-streaming, your internet connection is your most important teammate.
Join the Broadband Boss Academy
PieFace is heading to Liverpool to mentor the next generation of streamers and side-hustlers at our Broadband Boss Academy event on 19 May 2026.
What we’ll be chatting about:
- Community is king: How to build a loyal, engaged audience that sticks with you.
- The streaming grind: Honest insights into the challenges and wins of being a full-time creator.
- Game-changing tech: How reliable broadband removes the faff from competitive streaming.
See PieFace live
Want to know how to turn your hobby into a career? Come and hear PieFace speak at the Broadband Boss Academy. You can even book a 1:1 session to get his top tips. There are virtual tickets available for the 1:1s for those who can’t make it in person.
- When: 19 May 2026
- Where: Titanic Hotel, Liverpool