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DOVE, Inc.'s initiative to improve representation in gaming is a commendable step towards diversity and inclusion. By introducing more realistic and diverse hair options for Black gamers, Dove challenges industry norms and empowers gamers to authentically represent themselves. Let's support efforts like these to create a more inclusive gaming experience. #RepresentationMatters #DiversityandInclusion #GamingIndustryclusion #GamingIndustry https://lnkd.in/gyVvv2HM

Dove's initiative to improve representation in gaming is a commendable step towards diversity and inclusion. By introducing more realistic and diverse hair options for Black gamers, Dove challenges industry norms and empowers gamers to authentically represent themselves. Let's support efforts like these to create a more inclusive gaming experience. #RepresentationMatters #DiversityandInclusion #GamingIndustryclusion #GamingIndustry

How do you cope with racism & violence? At Mountain Gaming, we're taking action and offering a unique solution. Our video game - Insubordinate is based on Black History and empowers you to make a difference, to aid and protect Black individuals from racial violence. As a finalist in the Black Girl Ventures pitch competition, I’m reaching out because I need your vote to bring Insubordinate to PlayStation. Be the change. Vote now and revolutionize gaming! If you've already voted for us, hats off to you 🎉 - you're already a meaningful part of Black History. But if you haven't, don't worry; there's still time to join us on this revolutionary journey. https://lnkd.in/e7dm9C5v

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✨ Nominations Now Open for the Black In Gaming Awards! Do you know anyone who deserves their flowers? ✨ Please share to your networks and nominate the folks you know~! ____ We are thrilled to announce that the Black in Gaming Foundation has officially opened nominations for the much-anticipated BIG Awards Show! This is an extraordinary chance to shine a light on the stars of the gaming industry. Have you been inspired, mentored, or profoundly impacted by someone in the gaming community? Now is your opportunity to give recognition where it’s due. From designers and developers to streamers and strategists, every role within the gaming sphere deserves a moment in the spotlight.   Why Nominate? The BIG Awards are more than just accolades; they're a celebration of excellence, perseverance, and the vibrant diversity that Black individuals bring to the gaming universe. It's an acknowledgment of talent, hard work, and the powerful influence that these professionals impart on the industry and community.   Who Can You Nominate? Anyone in the gaming industry who you believe has made a significant impact — whether through innovation, community building, leadership, or creative storytelling. This is your chance to recognize the unsung heroes and influential leaders who have made a positive impact on you or the industry at large.   How to Nominate:  Head over to the Nomination Form, where you can submit. It's a simple process: Choose the category that best fits your nominee. Tell us why they deserve to be recognized. Submit your nomination and spread the word! Nominations are open until January 5, 2024. Lets celebrate the incredible contributions of Black professionals to the gaming world. Nominate now and let's make this year's BIG Awards a memorable one!

We are thrilled to announce that the Black In Gaming Foundation has officially opened nominations for the much-anticipated BIG Awards Show! This is an extraordinary chance to shine a light on the stars of the gaming industry. Have you been inspired, mentored, or profoundly impacted by someone in the gaming community? Now is your opportunity to give recognition where it’s due. From designers and developers to streamers and strategists, every role within the gaming sphere deserves a moment in the spotlight. Why Nominate? The BIG Awards are more than just accolades; they're a celebration of excellence, perseverance, and the vibrant diversity that Black individuals bring to the gaming universe. It's an acknowledgment of talent, hard work, and the powerful influence that these professionals impart on the industry and community. Who Can You Nominate? Anyone in the gaming industry who you believe has made a significant impact — whether through innovation, community building, leadership, or creative storytelling. This is your chance to recognize the unsung heroes and influential leaders who have made a positive impact on you or the industry at large. How to Nominate: Head over to the Nomination Form, where you can submit. It's a simple process: https://bit.ly/488QSQv Choose the category that best fits your nominee. Tell us why they deserve to be recognized. Submit your nomination and spread the word! Nominations are open until January 5, 2024. Lets celebrate the incredible contributions of Black professionals to the gaming world. Nominate now and let's make this year's BIG Awards a memorable one!

The Black community, in 2030, after the gaming industry has grown nearly $100B. MIDiA Research predicts that the $220B gaming industry will reach $301B by 2030. (Click the link to in the comments for more of the 2030 gaming industry forecasts.) The gaming industry's twice the size of the film and music industries, COMBINED. And the gaming industry regularly makes millions from appropriating Black culture. Sadly, most leaders of the Black community ignore and/or demonize video games. (Even though Black American adults/teens over-index as video game consumers.) Black community leaders, please don't sit on the sidelines and miss all this growth. The median wealth of Black American households is predicted to fall to $0 by 2053. (Black gaming founders, check the comments for a link to a digital pitch event.) The gaming industry unlocks 100+ family-sustaining STEAM career opportunities. When will the Black community treat gaming as seriously as it does sports/music? #Gaming #Investment #ForTheCulture

What it do Wednesday!!!! Fathers, Black fathers in particular, buying gifts is cool and appreciated. However, the majority of our young ones want our time. They want us to throw the football, play board games, have tea parties, build something with them, watch their favorite YouTube video, or whatever brings them joy! They want us to spend that time with them. So, give it to them. It doesn’t cost you a thing! #blackfathers #whatitdowednesdays #thedopeblacktherapist #tattoosbeardsandtherapy #gsquaredconsultingandcounseling

Nominations Now Open for the Black In Gaming Awards! Do you know anyone who deserves their flowers? Please share with your networks and nominate the folks you know~! ____ We are thrilled to announce that the Black in Gaming Foundation has officially opened nominations for the much-anticipated BIG Awards Show! This is an extraordinary chance to shine a light on the stars of the gaming industry. Have you been inspired, mentored, or profoundly impacted by someone in the gaming community? Now is your opportunity to give recognition where it’s due. From designers and developers to streamers and strategists, every role within the gaming sphere deserves a moment in the spotlight. Why Nominate? The BIG Awards are more than just accolades; they're a celebration of excellence, perseverance, and the vibrant diversity that Black individuals bring to the gaming universe. It's an acknowledgment of talent, hard work, and the powerful influence that these professionals impart on the industry and community. Who Can You Nominate? Anyone in the gaming industry who you believe has made a significant impact — whether through innovation, community building, leadership, or creative storytelling. This is your chance to recognize the unsung heroes and influential leaders who have made a positive impact on you or the industry at large. How to Nominate: Head over to the Nomination Form ( https://bit.ly/4aFl9Iz ), where you can submit. It's a simple process: Choose the category that best fits your nominee. Tell us why they deserve to be recognized. Submit your nomination and spread the word! Nominations are open until January 5, 2024. Lets celebrate the incredible contributions of Black professionals to the gaming world. Nominate now and let's make this year's BIG Awards a memorable one! #gameindustry #gamedevelopment #gamedev #blackintech

It will come as no surprise that I am a fan of #starwars, primarily the trilogy of Episodes 4,5&6. Perhaps more than most, it and the era of 70s and 80s #scifi had a big impact on my childhood and beyond. There are obvious clues - a career in #spacecraft operations and #robots serving human needs being foremost! But there are more subtle influences too. The films display the power of storytelling that Lucas and team used at a time of self doubt in the US psyche. It shows what can be done when a team align behind #visionary #leadership, particularly that of the underdogs and outsiders (the films’ narrative, but also how they were made). And there are some remarkable business lessons too. I’d always said that #TheEmpireStrikesBack is my favourite of the original trilogy. Did you know it wasn’t directed by George Lucas, but he #delegated arguably the most important project of his career to Irvin Kershner, whose experience with character driven storytelling brings depth to the trilogy? Did you know that Lucas #funded the project personally and via bank loans based on the merchandise revenue he had secured making Star Wars, giving him almost complete artistic authority without behind beholden to the studios? Did you know that he #marketed Star Wars by finding someone who lived and breathed the fans’ world of sci-fi and comics (read about Charles Lippincott here https://lnkd.in/e_y3sjEZ )? Lucas did this using businesses he started ( Industrial Light & Magic , Lucasfilm ). Not much more relevant to a successful business leader of one of the most successful startups ever than #vision, #delegation, #funding and #marketing / #productmarketfit !!! So whether you are just going to enjoy the films, reminisce, or explore the history of #starwars filmmaking, #MayThe4thBeWithYou