When you see a need, you don’t have to wait for others to fill that need. That’s exactly what Brian Exner of PwR Up GG did when he wanted a way to highlight so many amazing gaming and esports businesses in the midwest. Instead of waiting for someone to create the event he wanted, he stepped in and created it himself.

Brian sits down with Megan and Brandon Bruhammer to talk about why it was so important for him to bring the event to life, and how he was able to harness the power of his community to bring it all to life. Plus he talks about what we can expect for 2023.

Full Episode Breakdown:

1:10 – Brian talks about the recap of the event, and why he’s so excited about the outcome.

2:40 – The discussion of how the community really came together to make this event happen.

4:48 – Brian talks about why being able to meet people in real life was so special to him, and why he was honored to have so many panelists.

6:50 – The talk about next year, and what he’s hoping to accomplish.