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Conquering Geek Culture

Conquering Geek Culture

By: Leaders to Go
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Gaming, esports, board games, sports entertainment and experiential events are saturating today’s lifestyle. Hosted by Chris Hana, founder and CEO of The Esports Observer, Conquering Geek Culture examines how digital entertainment and popular culture impact the sports industry and beyond. Hear from the leaders who spearheaded geek culture and the ones driving it now to prepare for today, and tomorrow.2021 The Esports Observer Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Women and Diversity in Sports and Esports
    Dec 1 2020
    Marisa Reich is the Chair of She Sports Switzerland and ex Head of Events & Culture at Infront. Marisa joins Chris Hana to talk about her career, from being an athlete agent to working for the Berlin Marathon and working for Red Bull to her most recent positions. Both discuss the need for diversity and inclusion and talk about why women are needed in the sports and esports industry, current challenges, and how to build an inclusive culture.
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    46 mins
  • The Importance of Research and Data in Esports
    Nov 17 2020
    Nicole Pike spent 13 years at Nielsen building and moving its games and esports divisions forward. Nicole recently joined YouGov as their sector head for esports and gaming. In this weeks episode, Nicole talks about her career, the importance of data and research in a young industry like esports, and about her future plans. Both also talk about how brands can authentically work with the industry and what people should know before engaging with the space.
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    43 mins
  • How Johnathan Wendel Turned Fatal1ty into a Successful Gaming Brand
    Oct 27 2020
    Johnathan Wendel, better known by his nickname Fatal1ty, started his professional gaming career in the 90s. Johnathan walks Chris through his time as a player, the impact it has on his life, and how he was able to become an entrepreneur by turning his name into a successful brand. Today, Johnathan is also co-founder of Ready Up, a California-based startup that wants to make esports and gaming accessible for everyone.
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    47 mins
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