Category: Podcast

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, Irena Pereira, Founder and CEO of Unleashed Games, discusses leadership in entrepreneurship. Irena shares the inspiration for creating Unleashed Games and its mission, how to build a successful team and implement a diverse and inclusive culture.

Join Lizzie Mintus in this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as she interviews Linda Shad, Co-founder of Voidpet, about the process of creating a video game. Linda discusses building an audience and community through social media, overcoming imposter syndrome, and video games impacting mental health.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, she talks to Joanie Kraut, CEO at Women in Gaming International (WIGI), about the advancement of women in the tech and gaming industry. Joanie discusses WIGI’s Get in the Game initiative, tips for building a personal brand and overcoming imposter syndrome, and career advancement strategies.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, Gina Jaio, Director of Recruiting at Dreamhaven, discusses career strategies for job seekers. Gina explains the importance of being transparent with recruiters, how to evaluate job offers, and the difference between mentors and sponsors.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast with Lizzie Mintus, Andy Tsen, Co-founder and CEO at Ramen VR, discusses the ebbs and flows of the VR gaming industry. Andy shares the inspiration for founding Ramen VR, overcoming rejection, and advice for breaking into the video game space and starting a studio.

Join Lizzie Mintus in today’s episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, as she interviews Deniz Gezgin, Founder and CEO of 5X5 Gaming, about the process of launching a video game startup. Deniz shares advice on securing financing, the challenges of starting a company, and the benefits of managing a multicultural team.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, Lizzie Mintus sits with Kelly Wallick, Partner and Community Builder at 1Up Ventures, to discuss the shift in the video game industry. Kelly discusses how gaming communities impact participants’ lives and careers, indie game development challenges and diversity, and creating healthy workplace cultures. She also reflects on her inspiration for founding Indie MEGABOOTH and partnering with 1Up.

Join Lizzie Mintus in this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast as she interviews Eve Crevoshay, Executive Director of Take This, to discuss mental health in the gaming industry. Eve addresses the Bungie lawsuit, how gaming companies can design toxic-free video games, and building a work culture of inclusivity and positive mental health.

In today’s Here’s Waldo Podcast episode, Lizzie Mintus interviews Paxton Galvanek, Co-founder and CEO at Studio Hermitage, on leading a team and company culture. Paxton discusses the importance of branding oneself for a career in the video game industry, hiring best practices, and work-life balance.

In this episode of the Here’s Waldo Podcast, Lizzie Mintus welcomes Adam Lieb, CEO of Gamesight, to discuss tactics developers can use to engage their fanbase and foster a successful product. Adam reflects on his entrepreneurial journey, Gamesight’s mission, and the inspiration for building the platform. He also addresses the secret behind successful gaming companies and how to determine the best platforms for your video games.