Video Game Executives

Podcast Guest: Jennifer Poulson Artificial intelligence continues to dominate conversations across gaming, entertainment, and technology. Will AI replace jobs? Will creative roles disappear? How will game studios adapt? During a recent Game Changers: The Future of Play podcast episode, gaming executive Jennifer Poulson offered a practical perspective that reflects what many industry leaders are experiencing…

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the gaming industry — from how games are developed to how studios scale operations, acquire users, and engage players. In the latest episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, veteran game executive Dave Rohrl shares decades of insight into game leadership, live-service operations, AI disruption, and the future of…

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AI, Gaming Growth, and the Future of Player Engagement The gaming industry is entering a new era — one shaped by AI-powered workflows, evolving player expectations, and the increasing importance of long-term community engagement. In the latest episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, gaming industry veteran Sutton Trout shared insights from his experience…

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Podcast with Dr. Chris “Doc” Haskell What does it really take to build a championship esports program? In this episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, hosts Toni Callahan, Sarah Ramoz, and Stephany Ventura sit down with Dr. Chris “Doc” Haskell, Head Coach and Director of Boise State Varsity Esports, to unpack the mindset,…

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In this episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, host Toni Callahan is joined by Sarah Ramoz and Stephany Ventura for a deep conversation with Trent Oster, CEO of Beamdog and co-founder of BioWare. Trent shares his journey from early programming on the Apple II Plus to building one of the most influential RPG…

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The gaming industry has always been driven by creativity, innovation, and—above all—people. In the latest episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, we explore how human-centered leadership is becoming a defining factor for success in modern game studios. Joining us is Marina Jonsdottir, Head of People Experiences at Starbreeze Entertainment and former talent leader…

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As the gaming industry gathers this week at the legendary Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, it’s the perfect moment to revisit insights from some of the incredible leaders who have joined the Game Changers podcast. Several of our recent guests — Dave Ranyard, Mike Wilson, Yuan Zeng, and Larry Kuperman — are attending…

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In this episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, Toni Callahan, Sarah Ramoz, and Stephany Ventura sit down with Dave Ranyard, CEO of Dream Reality Interactive, to explore how AI, web gaming, and smaller creative teams are reshaping the gaming industry. With a career spanning 17 years at Sony and a background in AI…

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In this episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, Yuan Zeng, a global business development and partnerships leader in the gaming industry, shares strategic insights on how studios scale internationally through smart go-to-market strategies and sustainable partnerships. Drawing from years of experience in international market expansion, IP licensing, and ecosystem development, Yuan explains how…

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In this episode of Game Changers: The Future of Play, host Toni Callahan sits down with Larry Kuperman, Vice President of Business Development at Nightdive Studios, to explore the business strategy behind video game remasters and game preservation. With decades of experience across publishing, licensing, and commercial leadership, Larry shares how classic games are revived…

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