The gaming industry exploded over the past year, expanding its reach and accelerating development across platforms, titles, and audiences. This multi-billion-dollar juggernaut continues to change and grow with new fans and brand integration.
At this well-attended event, industry thought leaders discussed this rapidly evolving market, issues of diversity, and the future of gaming as brands and marketers navigate the field. Topics included influencer talent and their connection to brands, how platforms are transforming consumer engagement, and the continual ascendance of esports.
Program:
- Keynote Fireside Chat with Ahman Green and Bill Young
- State of the Industry Keynote with Bill Young
- Panel: Debunking Myths and Breaking Stereotypes
- Fireside Chat with Stan Pierre-Louis of ESA
- Panel: Live and In Demand: Streamers, Influencers, and Creators
Speakers:
- Steve Arhancet (bio), Co-CEO, Team Liquid
- David bloom (bio), Senior Contributor, Forbes
- Rishi Chadha (bio) Head of Gaming Content and Partnerships, Twitter
- Nikki DePaola (bio) VP, Media, Liquid + Arcade
- Ahman Green (bio) Host, Ahman Green Gamer's Lounge, iHearPodcast Network
- Joe Ferencz (bio) Founder and CEO, GameFam
- Matt Jablon (bio) Sales Director, West Coast, Anzu
- Britanni Johnson (bio) Head of Creators, G2 eSports
- Adam Krause (bio) Director, Brand Marketing, Striking Distance Studio
- Peter Letz (bio) Agent, Digital Media Gaming, CAA
- Ryan McGarry (bio) Senior Client Partner, Reddit
- Stanley Pierre-Louis (bio) President and CEO, ESA
- Ashley Schapiro (bio) VP, Marketing, Media, Performance and Engagement, American Eagle
- Erin Ashley Simon (bio) Host, Venn
- Tricia Sugita (bio) CEO, FlyQuest
- Lisa Welch (bio) Founder, Brand Therapy
- Bill Young (bio) Head of Games, Twitch
- Arif "Azerrz" Zahir (bio) Content, Creator New Voice of Cleveland Brown, Family Guy
Bonus Content
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