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Fundamentals: Women In Esports

Nov 17, 2020 | 09:30 am

UPDATED Feb 01, 2021 | 11:22 am

Welcome to the latest episode of Fundamentals with Ian Thomas, a Front Office Sports interview show featuring leading operators and voices of the sports industry.

This episode — presented by Pittsburgh Knights — features three guests emerging as leading voices for women in the Esports community.

Angelica Sirabella — Director of Communications, Pittsburgh Knights
Auverin Morrow — Senior ESports Community Manager, Hi-Rez Studios
Aerial Powers — Shooting Guard, Washington Mystics

In a 30-minute plus discussion with Ian, our three guests will discuss the opportunities for women in the gaming industry, the challenges that women face in Esports, and the various initiatives that Pittsburgh Knights and other organizations are launching to build a more inclusive and welcoming environment for women in Esports.

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