Welcome back! We are still at the Esports Next Conference, and today, our MVP, Megan Van Petten and Bubba Gaeddert, have a conversation about how the event is going so far. 

Their conversation revolves around the networking opportunities of events like this and why it is essential to know that it is not a “one-and-done”; encounters and conversations should aim for long-lasting business relationships. They also talk about the fantastic panels they’ve attended so far and much more. 

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Full Episode Breakdown:

1:13 – Megan and Bubba talk about the fantastic network opportunities they’ve found so far at the Esports Next Conference event. 

4:17 – Megan highlights the fantastic participation of April Welch, the Associate Vice President for Strategic Initiatives Illinois Institute of Technology. 

6:27 – Megan and Bubba discuss diversity and representation in the industry.

8:19 – Megan and Bubba talk about the fantastic contribution of Dr. John Drozd, Medical Psychologist, about the importance of addressing mental health issues.