Let’s level up: despite the expected cliches and tropes, the truth is that gamers—from console to mobile to table-top—belong to one of the most diverse variegated groups around: 45% of gamers are women, and people of color spend more time playing than anyone. Diversity has already been proven to have a positive effect on companies and innovation.

So why is the game design and development industry having a hard time catching up?

Join us on July 24th at “Open Worlds: Women and Diversity in Gaming” where our expert panelists will talk about their experiences with innovating in a traditionally male-dominated space–and how they’re lighting the way for the next generation of game design and development. #SVFGaming

Silicon Valley Forum is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization supporting the global startup ecosystem including Women in leadership, business, and tech.  This event is part of a series leading up to our annual Women in Tech Festival 2020.

5:30 – 6:30: Registration & Networking
6:30 – 6:35: Welcoming Remarks
6:35 – 6:45: Keynote: Holly Liu, Founder, Kabam
6:45 – 7:30 Panel Discussion
7:30 – 7:45: Audience Q&A
7:45 – 8:30: Networking and conclusion

Public transportation:

• 10 minute walk from Montgomery Street Bart Station
• 17 minute walk from CalTrain

Parking:

The closest parking is in the Moscone Center Garage, which is a 1 min walk (please note – the Microsoft Reactor does not validate parking tickets). Reserving parking through SpotHero is often a great option, too. The Moscone Garage closes at midnight.