Welcome to the July 2018 Business in Games Live Podcast - Thanks to PLE Computers, Paradox Gaming and Esports at Monash!

Diversity isn't just a buzzword. As Dominic Remond, the Gfinity ANZ CEO, states, diversity in a workforce is paramount in the success of any organisation, gaming or otherwise.

Come along and learn from those experienced in the industry on their thoughts of diversity in esports, what we can do to improve the status quo and ways in which it might be tackled.

For those unable to attend this live event, the podcast will be distributed through SoundCloud and iTunes. However, those attending in person will have the ability to enter a lengthy Q&A with all guests on the topics discussed or anything in wider esports, gaming, technology & business.

Did we mention that there will also be FREE Red Bull?

VENUE/ROOM:
Monash Caulfield Campus, Lecture Theatre - H125

TIMING:
7:30pm - Doors Open
8:00pm - Podcast Begins
9:00pm - Q&A Begins
9:30pm - Networking begins
10:30pm - Doors Close

SPEAKERS:

Chris Smith, Director - Business in Games

A veteran and key industry figure in the ANZ esports & technology sectors, Chris’ experience comes through being an actively involved community member, mentor and contact to all. Holding job titles and roles such as commentator, semi-professional gamer, event coordinator, PR & Marketing Specialist, Community manager, gaming team manager, talent manager, strategy consultant, board member and more, Chris has amassed a myriad of contacts and skills through his journey, using them to push the envelope of esports in ANZ.
Chris is currently involved with: Business in Games (Founder & Director), Esports Games Association Australia (Founding Board Member) and Humm.Tech (Advisor).

Stephanie You, Gaming Marketing Specialist - Centrecom

With a wealth of experience in the esports scene, Stephanie has competed in top Female CS:GO squads, served as a Gaming Marketing Specialist with the Australian PC Retailer, Centrecom and help various management positions across Athletico, a professional esports club.

Stephanie's profile shot was taken by https://twitter.com/miggie

Zane Woodhead, Communication and Social Media Manager - GCAP 2018 (GDAA)

As a previous top-level Australian League of Legends competitor, Zane started playing in professional LoL leagues before they were properly established, eventually moving on to industry heavyweights such as Avant Gaming and Legacy. With years of on-the-ground experience across a plethora of roles, he is currently serving as the Communication and Social Media Manager of Game Connect Asia Pacific (GCAP) 2018.

Zane's profile shot was taken by https://twitter.com/ellalowgren