Esports Connected With Megan Van Petten
75 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsJoin Esports Trade Association Managing Director Megan Van Petten as she interviews some of today's most influential people and companies in the esports industry. The Esports Trade Assoication's Mission is to unify, serve, and ethically advance the business interests and sustainability of the esports industry, and the Esports Connected Podcast extends that effort through highlights ad conversations with their members.
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Meet Harold Mckinney of Esports Drift Association
January 30, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of competitive sim drifting with our special guest, a passionate tournament organizer deeply involved in the sim racing scene. In this episode, we uncover the origins of the Esports Drifting Association (ESDA) and its strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Next-Level Racing, MOZA Racing, and Firman. Our guest shares insights into the challenges and nuances of competitive sim drifting, ESDA's experiences a...
Meet David Bruno and Sean Dwyer of Camden County College - Cougar Esports
January 16, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of esports and its intersection with education. Join David Bruno and Sean Dwyer, as they share their journeys into the esports industry, from casual gamers to key players in academic and competitive spaces. In this episode, explore the incredible growth of Cougar Esports at Camden County College, from its inception to current opportunities. Discover the NJ Pathways Project in Esports Production and Content Creati...
Meet Titus Walker of Ultimate Endgamers League
December 12, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBJoin us on the Esports Connected Podcast for an exclusive Q&A session with Titus Walker, the dynamic CEO of Ultimate Endgamers League (UEL). Titus, a lifelong gamer and visionary entrepreneur, shares his inspiring journey from childhood gaming experiences to leading the charge in esports innovation. In this episode, Titus provides insights into UEL's latest endeavors, including a TV show, major tournaments, and a groundbreaking Casino esports deal. Learn about his unique entry into esports, ...
Meet Mark Consiglio of 4Wall Entertainment
December 05, 2023 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, featuring Mark Consiglio, a 20-year veteran in the event technology industry and current Account Executive at 4Wall Entertainment. Join us as Mark discusses his transition from traditional sports and entertainment to esports, sharing insights into creating synergies between the events and sports business. Explore his role in managing esports opportunities at 4Wall and the potential ownership of esports-specific equipment. Mark opens up about his entr...
Meet Danielle Rourke of Gaming Culturist
November 07, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBIn this episode of the EsportsConnected Podcast, we sit down with Danielle Rourke, a technology strategist turned gaming entrepreneur. After a successful career at Dell Technologies, Danielle launched Gaming Culturist, LLC, a consulting business aimed at bridging the gap between the gaming world and education. Join us as we explore Danielle's journey from childhood gaming enthusiast to esports advocate, discussing her passion for diversity and inclusion in the industry, her unexpected advent...
Meet Patricia Driscoll & Christina Grimes of EventPipe
July 13, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWelcome to the Esports Connected Podcast with Patricia Driscoll and Christina Grimes! Join us as we embark on a thrilling exploration of the dynamic world of esports. From the electrifying energy of live esports events that bring communities together to the ever-evolving technology that drives the industry, we dive deep into the passion and innovation that fuels this vibrant space. Our conversations touch on the significant changes and trends we've witnessed since entering the esports realm,...
Meet Duane Pierre of World Wide Youth Networks
April 20, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWhat was your entry point into esports/gaming and what is your current role?: I run a network of nonprofits that use Esports for education and empowering youth; high school Esports Coach; collegiate Esports Coach. Why did you decide to become a member of ESTA?: I wanted more insight into the industry and how we can expand it into Connecticut. Tell us 3 fun/unexpected facts about yourself: I started a GI Joe toy repair business in the 5th grade; I wasn't allowed to play video games, and did...
Meet Jason Lepine of XP Gaming Inc.
April 06, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBWhy did you get involved in esports? What was your entry point and what is your current role? I started in esports by helping build EGLX starting all the way back in 2014. Why did you decide to become a member of ESTA? To help develop the gaming industry in Toronto. What is your expertise/niche and how do you see that changing relative to the esports industry? What are you doing now? Where are you making an impact? I'm currently focused on building XP Gaming and through that, the XP Game D...
Meet Nadim Makarem & Hilal Kanafani of The Valari
February 16, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBWhy did you get involved in esports? What was your entry point and what is your current role?: We got drawn into the world of Esports through our Valari gaming pillow product, which we believe can play a role in improving the comfort and enjoyment of professional & casual gamers Why did you decide to become a member of ESTA?: We would like to be involved more in the Esports ecosystem, we would like to network with other businesses in gaming and Esports and we would like to learn mo...
Meet Mark Almanzor of MGA Fundraising LLC
February 09, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 71.7 MBWhy did you get involved in esports? What was your entry point and what is your current role?: I view esports as a terrific way to engage a vibrant community and audience for fundraising. My entry point was watching the Starcraft championships in South Korea. As a video gamer, it's awe-inspiring to see stadiums filled with people who want to watch a competitive video game tournament. Currently, I serve as the livestream gaming SME at Doctors Without Borders USA. Why did you decide ...
Meet Matthew Hixon of Gamers Glorified
February 01, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 66.5 MBMeet Matthew Hixon of Gamers Glorified. Gamers Glorified works with youth gamers by giving them a social outlet where they can come together in a safe environment, learn new games, and make new friends. To learn more about Gamers Glorified, visit: GamersGlorified.com Full Episode Q&A Why did you get involved in esports? What was your entry point and what is your current role?: I've been a competitive and professional gamer since 1999 Why did you decide to become a member of ES...
Creating Student-Centered Esports Experiences
January 12, 2023 19:27 - 50 minutes - 46 MBWhen it comes to getting kids involved in team sports, it shouldn’t stop at gaming. Teacher Chris Aviles saw an opportunity to use kids’ love of gaming to create a team atmosphere and developed the first middle school esports team through Garden State Esports. He now helps kids from all over through school teams and events, helping them cultivate their love for gaming in a team atmosphere. Garden State Esports He joins Megan Van Patten on this episode of Esports Connected to talk a...
Lessons Learned From the Journey of Crowdfunding
December 01, 2022 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBHaving an idea is only the first step in a very long journey to make a company successful. However, there are many nights of hard work and many different paths that can be taken to find the right partners and funding to grow a company. In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Mark Besharaty, CEO and President of Gamelevate. Gamelevate is on a mission to become the premiere hub for esports information and content by sharing inclusive and diverse thoughts about the wo...
Helping Gamers Make Health a Priority
November 10, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBAlthough it seems very obvious that there’s a correlation between eye health and gaming, it hasn’t been at the forefront of research and solutions. Dr. Amy Czyz and her husband, Dr. Tom Czyz, Optometrists by Day, discovered an opportunity after they weren’t making their own health a priority during the pandemic. This was when they got the idea for SLY, the first of-its-kind, drink made specifically for gamers. Plus it’s made with the ingredients you need for better sleep and better...
Esports Connected: Understanding the Legalities of the Gaming and Esports World
October 20, 2022 16:54 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBMany times we don’t think about needing a lawyer or legal advice until it’s too late. However, this is the absolute worst time to start engaging a team who can help you with your due diligence and setting up things the right way. This is more important than ever in the gaming industry, and in this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Darius Gambin and Leah Leyendecker from Saul Ewing Arnstein and Lehr. They are lawyers and also the hosts of the Lawyers with Game Podcast...
Esports Connected - The Transition From Traditional Sports to Esports
September 02, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBThere is no doubt talent plays a significant role in any success story; however, talent only is not enough. The right mindset, proper guidance, and putting in the work are also necessary. Coming from a family of athletes and entrepreneurs, Caleb Smith is the perfect example of that. Caleb Smith is the founder and CEO of CVS Entertainment and a franchise owner of Contender eSports in Cary, NC. CVS Entertainment provides premium encounters to improve the esports community, mainly in...
Esports Connected - The Importance of Insurance For Esports Companies With Chris Johnson
August 18, 2022 15:00 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBIt may not be something we think about (or want to think about every day), but insurance is part of our daily lives, and getting the right one for your business and life can save you a lot of headaches when you actually need it. That's exactly what Chris Johnson, from the Johnsonese Brokerage LLC is here to discuss. In this episode of Esports Connected, Chris talks to Megan Van Patten about the importance of insurance in the industry. They discuss how insurance can protect your bus...
Esports Connected - Why Every Industry Should Pay Attention to Esports Events
August 11, 2022 15:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBIn 2021 we’re seeing the re-emergence of live events, and no one is more excited about this then today’s guest, Rebecca de Freitas. Rebecca produces Mega Events and is the Director, of Customer Engagement at Hargrove. In this episode of Esports Connected, Rebecca talks about her role in putting on live events, and why all industries need to be watching and paying close attention to what esports is doing within events. She also talks about how companies can stand out, even when wor...
Esports Connected - Connecting Esports To All Communities With Bubba Gaeddert
August 04, 2022 16:44 - 40 minutes - 56 MBThe gaming and esports industry is about connection, inclusion, and growth, but what happens when people interested in participating can't do it because they lack the resources to do it. That is why organizations like Varsity Esports Foundation exist; to ensure connectivity for low-income families and schools. In this episode of Esports Connected, Megan is joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of Varsity Esports Foundation. He has over 20 years of experience in non-profit a...
Esports Connected - Helping Gaming Enthusiasts Find Careers in Esports With Kim Shatzer
July 21, 2022 17:31 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe 20% growth of the gaming industry during the pandemic turn it into a talent constraint market. Betting dollars, hours of content consumption, people buying the consoles, and the entertainment industry, in general, is heading into esports and gaming. Because of all that, companies turn into recruitment agencies and ask for help; they need to recruit double of what they initially thought they would. That is one of the many challenges recruiters face and some of the things we will ...
Esports Connected - NFT's and the Future of Mobile Gaming With Jeff Donnelley
July 14, 2022 16:28 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBBeing authentic and bringing positive energy, and of course, his natural talent for marketing, helped our guest, Jeff Donnelley, build a flawless and outstanding career as an independent contractor working with online gaming companies. After 15 years of experience in the gaming market, the moment he learned about esports, he knew it was the industry's next natural wave. Jeff hasn't stopped doing great things since then, and today is sharing all that with us. Jeff Donnelley is the ...
Esports Connected - Developing Professional Esports Teams With John Smith-Howell
July 07, 2022 17:14 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBThere is a difference between professional organizations and gaming communities; professional teams focus only on professional players and neglect community building. However, it is possible to create a community, have a professional structure, and be competitive at the same time, and Team 7AM is the living proof of that. John Smith-Howell, Director of Team 7AM, created a professional esports team grounded on community values, offering its players the opportunity to compete at the ...
Live From EsportsNext: Why In-Person Connections Are So Important in Gaming
June 23, 2022 15:00 - 5 minutes - 5.59 MBToday, we have the pleasure of chatting with Bruce Stein, Managing Director at Westbridge Consulting, LLC. Bruce is an experienced CEO and multi-preneur. He has vast experience as president, CEO, and Board Member of several toys, video game, technology and entertainment companies. He co-founded and directed aXiomatic, an esports and video gaming enterprise. In this episode, Bruce shares his thoughts on the need for a connection in the gaming industry, the misunderstanding about es...
Live From EsportsNext: Why In-Personal Connections Are So Important in Gaming
June 23, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutesToday, we have the pleasure of chatting with Bruce Stein, Managing Director at Westbridge Consulting, LLC. Bruce is an experienced CEO and multi-preneur. He has vast experience as president, CEO, and Board Member of several toys, video game, technology and entertainment companies. He co-founded and directed aXiomatic, an esports and video gaming enterprise. In this episode, Bruce shares his thoughts on the need for a connection in the gaming industry, the misunderstanding about esports, and...
Live From EsportsNext: The Future Is Here With LG Robots
June 16, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBThere was a time when robots serving you drinks and food only seemed to only be real in a cartoon like the Jetsons. However, if you were at the EsportsNext Conference last September, you would have had drinks being served to you by CLOi. CLOi is LG’s robot technology, and she’s not just about serving drinks. In fact, she does so much more, including disinfecting public places by utilizing UV lights. Dan Leunig, Senior National Sales Manager, joins Megan for this live episode at Esp...
Live From EsportsNext: Bringing Some of the World's Largest Events to Life
June 09, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode, we’re back at last year’s EsportsNext Conference, as Megan welcomes Chyron’s Vice President of Marketing, Carol Bettencourt. Chyron was one of the production sponsors at EsportsNext, and the ladies discuss how Chyron helped take the delivery and graphics at the conference to a whole new level. They also talk about events, and how it can be amazing when different teams come together for one main purpose. Plus, how hard that can be at times. They also talk about wh...
Why Esports Needs To Be Included In More Formal Education
June 02, 2022 15:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBJoining us today to talk about education, esports, and gaming is Nick Turner, Consultant and Lecturer of Esports at Queen Mary's College in Basingstoke, UK. In this episode, co-hosted by Brandon Brunhammer, our conversation revolves around the benefits of adding esports to formal education curriculums, staying grounded, and keeping things real as members of the esports and gaming industry and how to base the industry's growth on connection. We also talk about Nick's journey in the...
How a Community Rises Together
May 26, 2022 15:46 - 8 minutes - 7.89 MBWhen you see a need, you don’t have to wait for others to fill that need. That’s exactly what Brian Exner of PwR Up GG did when he wanted a way to highlight so many amazing gaming and esports businesses in the midwest. Instead of waiting for someone to create the event he wanted, he stepped in and created it himself. Brian sits down with Megan and Brandon Bruhammer to talk about why it was so important for him to bring the event to life, and how he was able to harness the power of ...
Why Live Events Can Have So Much Impact
May 19, 2022 15:00 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MBIn today's episode, Megan and Brandon take a moment to appreciate their wonderful experiences so far at the Power event in South Bend, Indiana. They talk about the importance of connection, the multiple benefits companies experienced during the conference, and the possibilities these kinds of events open for the industry's future.
Helping Event Organizers Bringing Gaming and Esports To Life
May 12, 2022 16:16 - 10 minutes - 9.31 MBIf there’s one ongoing theme you see through esports and gaming, it’s the excitement over how many jobs and opportunities are created for those who have a love of gaming. Calvin Hill and business partner, Kevin Fair met through the gaming community, and when they saw a need for more organized tournaments, more accountability for equipment, and help with setup, I Play Games! was formed. I Play Games! was formed. I Play Games provides turnkey solutions to gaming activation rentals, ...
Creating Better Gaming Stations in Esports
May 05, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.79 MBIn today's episode, co-hosted by Brandon Brunhammer, we meet Monica Miller, Collegiate Esports Program Development Consultant at Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, storyteller, gaming enthusiast, and health & wellness advocate. Throughout our conversation, directly from the Power event in South Bend, Monica shared her journey into gaming and esports and how she got involved in the creative aspect of what esports should look like from a consultant perspective. We also talked a...
Creating Some of Esports Biggest Tournaments
April 28, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBJoining us today at the Power event in South Bend is the ESTA Elevator Pitch winner Matt Jackson, founder, and CEO of the Ultimate Gaming Championship (UGC). Throughout our conversation, Matt reveals the details of how he went from organizing LAN parties in the basement of his parent's house to founding one of the most successful companies in the industry. We also talk about what the future holds for UGC, the importance of generating value in the industry, and why esports companies...
Esports Connected: The Importance of Mental and Physical Health in Gaming
April 21, 2022 15:00 - 55 minutes - 51.4 MBFitness and overall wellness are not strangers anymore in the gaming community. Competitive and recreational gamers, streamers, and pretty much every person in the industry spending long hours in front of a monitor understands the importance of staying physically, emotionally, and mentally fit to enhance their experiences and give their 100%. Today, we had an educational conversation with Kristen Anderson, Mike Anderson, and Landon Gorbenko from FitGMR. Kristen, the co-founder an...
Why The Future is Bright For Young Gamers
April 14, 2022 15:00 - 8 minutes - 8.02 MBIn this episode, directly from the Bendix Arena in South Bend's Century Center, we chat with Brandon Brunhammer, Business Development Director in Research and Learning at AVI-SPL (XTG). Brandon is also Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of the Esports Trade Association and the VR AR Association. We talked about the different ways brands and institutions can help and support the gaming and esports community, the solutions AVI SPL brings to the industry, and the whole spectrum of c...
Esports Connected: Streamlining the Esports Event Process
April 07, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBLet's think of every pixel on a screen as an independent source of information. We will look at the fidelity between an author's creation and the final product displayed with different eyes. Today, we have another set of fantastic guests, Mike Ellsworth and Jason Tirado. Mike is a Senior Sales Engineer at Lightware Visual Engineering, North America, and Jason has been Lightware's President since 2017. We had a conversation about Lightware's origins, its core values based on dem...
Marketing and Branding Trends in Esports
March 31, 2022 15:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn today's episode, we dive deep into the marketing world with our two guests, Kevin Pustizzi and Ryan Harbinson. We explore their journey into the marketing and branding space, why storytelling is so crucial in modern marketing, and how to separate our company from the rest through our campaigns. Kevin and Ryan shared their thoughts on how quickly trends change in the online space, how companies should prepare themselves to keep up with their swiftness, why brands must understand...
Live From EsportsNext: Merging the Worlds of Digital and Reality to Create Amazing Experiences
March 17, 2022 16:30 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBJoining us today at the Esports Next Conference is one of the most brilliant minds in the gaming and esports space, Scott Greenberg. Scott is a real estate visionary and a serial tech entrepreneur and investor. He is the creator of ROOF and theWit, President of the ECD Company, GO EB5 RC Regional Center, and SMASHotels, and the co-founder of Smash Interactive and Smash Virtual. He revolutionized the lifestyle hotel segment with theWit Hotel, earning Hilton's "Developer of the Yea...
Live From EsportsNext: How the Level-Up Fund is Changing Lives in Esports
March 10, 2022 16:45 - 11 minutes - 11 MBToday, we are blessed with April Welch's presence at the Esports Next Conference to talk about the launch of the Bronzeville Esports League and the first Level-Up award received from the Esports Trade Association. April is the Associate Vice President and Strategic Initiatives and Director at the Esports and Digital Arts Center at Illinois Tech. We are also joined by Bubba Gaeddert, Executive Director of the Varsity Esports Foundation and Founder and Creator of the Level-Up Fund. In ...
Live From EsportsNext: Creating Data That Drives Some of Today's Most Important Marketing Decisions
March 03, 2022 16:15 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIn another edition of the podcast from the Esports Next Conference, we are delighted to welcome Roger Payne to the show. Roger is the Key Account Director at YouGov, an international data and analytics group. YouGov's data-led support helps media owners, brands, and media agencies improve their marketing activities. YouGov is the most quoted data research source in the UK, and according to a Pew Research Center study, YouGov outperforms competitors on accuracy as a vendor of choic...
Live From EsportsNext: Helping To Create Equality in the Gaming Community
February 24, 2022 17:26 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBToday, in another episode from the Esports Next Conference, Bubba had the pleasure of interviewing Joanie Kraut, CEO at Women In Games International (WIGI). Joanie has over 15 years in the gaming space, serving several smaller studios, startups, and nonprofits as a consultant in the process. She is an expert in business development, financial strategy, operational process development and execution, and DEI efforts. She is also an advocate for equality; she received the 2019 CalCPA ...
Esports Connected: The Legal Mistakes That Can Be Costly For Gamers
February 17, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBFor most gamers, streamers, and casters, things can change overnight. Good results in an international tournament could change a gamer's life by getting them millions of visits to their social media channels, and in case something like that happens, there are certain things they need to have in place. For instance, gamers should check if the name they are building is already taken. Our guest, Justin Jacobson, is the go-to person to take care of those and other hundreds of details ...
Live From EsportsNext: Marketing With An Esports Twist
February 10, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIn today's episode from the Esports Next Conference, we chat with the Esports Trade Association's Head of Marketing, Leslie Fitzsimmons. Leslie has over 30 years of media experience in sales, revenue management, marketing, and executive leadership. She is passionate about bridging mainstream audiences and hardcore esports fans and gamers and working with startups willing to impact the industry's ecosystem positively. Leslie connected with esports while teaching Integrated Marketin...
Live From EsportsNext: Offering More Opportunities for Growth in Esports
February 03, 2022 16:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBWe are thrilled to chat with April Welch and John Davidson at the Esports Next Conference in today's episode. April is the Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Esports and Digital Arts Center at Illinois Tech. John is the Founder & CEO of the Davidson Learning Company, Host of the DLC Drop Podcast, and Chair of the Esports Trade Association. We had a fantastic conversation about the Esports Trade Association's purpose, the pros and cons of gaming...
Connecting Immigration Law With Esports
January 27, 2022 16:06 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBEven though she was born and raised in America, our guest, Hiba Anver, found out early in her life that looking different from the rest of the kids was enough to be treated differently and have a particular set of rules applied to her. Daughter of Pakistani immigrants, Hiba grew up with the feeling of having one foot in each world and a different perspective on how minorities were treated. Being so empathetic since she was a child would define who she would become and her career. ...
Live From EsportsNext: Building the Next Generation of Gaming Professionals
January 20, 2022 15:56 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBFollowing up with some of the best encounters at the Esports Next Conference, we are thrilled to bring Jacob Kaplan to the show. Jacob has over a decade of experience with Digital Arts and Design and Media Communications programs, helping develop valuable industry members. He is the Creative Project Strategist at the Full Sail University, where he leads and supports most of the University's creative initiatives. In this episode, we delve into Jacob's job at Full Sail, what excitin...
Live From EsportsNext: How To Make the Gaming Industry Even Better
January 13, 2022 16:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBThe Esports Trade Association's mission, in a nutshell, is to provide resources to make the gaming industry better. Today, the Association has eight committees working to provide the best resources available, helping both endemic and non-endemic companies join, contribute, and grow themselves while they help develop the industry. Today, the great MVP, Megan Van Petten, joins us to talk about the Esports Trade Association, its origins, their day-to-day job, and how they contribute ...
Live From Esports Next: Helping Athletes Perform at Optimal Levels
January 06, 2022 17:21 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBThe best way to understand what an esports athlete needs to perform at their maximum is by treating them like traditional athletes. Our guest, Josh Otero, believes they must pay attention to their resting time, eating habits, hydration, and avoid grinding all day. Keeping up with our series of interviews at the Esports Next Conference, we chat with Josh Otero, Co-Founder and CEO of NutriGMR and Founder and Chairman of Warrior GMR Foundation. We had a fantastic conversation about ...
Live From EsportsNext: Unifying the Gaming Industry
December 23, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBThe gaming industry has some significant issues yet to be solved, and the quickest, more effective way to solve them is through unity. The industry needs to develop a message, design a strategy, and execute it as a unit. To talk to us about it is Anthony Gaud, Emmy-Award winning entrepreneur and media executive, Member of the Board of Directors of the Esports Trade Association, and CEO of G3 Esports. During his over 25 years’ career, Anthony signed partnerships with The Walt Dis...
Live From EsportsNext: The Dallas Mavericks and Esports
December 16, 2021 16:25 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBOne more day at the Esports Next Conference; today, we have a legend of esports joining us, Christopher Turner. Chris is a Consultant at Generation Esports, Director of the Mavs Academy Gaming Camps from the Dallas Mavericks, and Coordinator of Mixed Reality Virtual Innovation Gaming and Esports Institute at Southern University Law Center. In this episode, Chris talks about his work as a student’s coach and the different programs he directs at the Dallas Mavericks. We also talk ab...
Live From EsportsNext: The Power of Networking
December 02, 2021 17:38 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBWelcome back! We are still at the Esports Next Conference, and today, our MVP, Megan Van Petten and Bubba Gaeddert, have a conversation about how the event is going so far. Their conversation revolves around the networking opportunities of events like this and why it is essential to know that it is not a "one-and-done"; encounters and conversations should aim for long-lasting business relationships. They also talk about the fantastic panels they've attended so far and much more. ...