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Jessica Villarreal

Host / VR Enthusiast

At times, things are going to be tough. Emotional roller coasters happen often, but you need to just focus, have a goal, and work for it.

Mari Takahashi

Host & Producer, Smosh Games

Embrace and understand the qualities that make you - as an individual, as a working professional, a contributor to the industry and space - unique. Treat yourself as a business. As a brand. And, of course, read books, be professional, show up, and don’t be an asshole.

Careen Yapp

Strategic Partnership Management, Google

This is one of the most welcoming and supportive industries. Introduce yourself to people and companies in which you have interest. Go to trade shows and networking events. Your network will be what sustains you throughout your career - and where you will meet some of your closest friends.

Jacqueline Gun Ha

QA Engineer

Former ESA Foundation Scholar

The desire to make work that truly communicates in the hopes of creating a gaming experience that will connect people and inspire them to grow and make change.

Erin Sparkman

Business Development

Keep your voice! Don’t be held back by stereotypes. If it’s something you are passionate about and you believe you can do it, go for it. Force yourself outside of your comfort zone to experience new things and establish relationships with people.

Annie Lee

Marketing & Communications Specialist

My gaming origin story goes back to my dad, and I remember playing Warcraft 2 with him. He continued to feed my love for gaming with consoles and PC titles as a kid, and my passion for games are forever tied to those early, magical memories. Thanks, Dad!

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