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Thrilled that Alison Moore (Comic Relief US), Darren Margolias (Beast Philanthropy), and Evan J. Segal (Segal Ventures) will be joining me as we dive into how the next generation of philanthropists can advance and accelerate progress on social needs around the world. Bringing creators, family fund investors and passionate non-profit leaders together can result in transformative social impact on a global scale. Join us as we lay the ground work for opportunities and innovative solutions that support the next generation of leaders. Thank you Tobias Prestel, Katja Muelheim, and the Prestel & Partner team for assembling such a diverse collective of global leaders, family fund members, and industry experts in NYC. #videogameindustry #xbox #xboxgamepass #globalcommunity #inclusive #gamedeveloper #gamedev #videojuegos #videogameindustry #videogames #positiveenergy #trust #authenticity #xboxseriesx #xboxseriess #leadership #globalcitizens #gamingnews #gaming #gamingindustry #indiedev #indiegame #indiegamedev #indie #team #global #accessibility #everyone #everyone #everyonewins #techforgood #techcommunity #innovators #gamingforeveryone #xbox #globalplatform #world #allies #players #gamingnews #gamingjobs #gamingpc #gamingcommunity #gaminglife #thankyou #community #playstation #nintendo #growth #wellness #thriving #thrivetogether #accessibility #thrive #business #gamingforall #work #craftsmanship #craft #craftsman #access #accessforall #web3 #web3gaming #playingfortheplanet #accessibility #inclusivity #unitednations #globalplay #play

Can #gaming and #socialimpact go hand in hand? Thanks to the game-bundles-for-charity model , Humble Bundle founded by Jeff Rosen and John Graham in 2010 has made it possible to blend social impact and work. Oak Sprouts helping #startupcommunity grow one "Sprout" at a time --- ??The article titled "How gaming is making a social impact from Fast Company highlights that gaming can promote social skills and connections through cooperative games, prosocial behavior, and scholastic #esports teams and clubs. ??The author , Kamini Tiwari suggests gaming communities are increasingly using their platforms for social good, such as raising funds for charity, promoting mental health awareness, and advancing scientific research. ?? The author believes in the will amongst individuals to drive this change and bring about positive changes in areas where it is needed most. --- AMiT N. HAPSE | Chaitanya D. #venturecapital #impactinvesting #oaksprouts You can read the article here : https://lnkd.in/d4wyutt5

Most People Are Nice: Harnessing Goodwill Through Gaming Despite the current state of the world suggesting otherwise, most people are inherently good. This is evidenced by millions globally contributing to charitable causes, whether through donations, volunteering, or even donating body parts. With over 10 million non-profits worldwide focusing on social over profit motives, it’s clear there's a significant push towards positive impact, something that excites us especially when working with NGOs. The potential of harnessing this goodwill for public interest is immense, and using games as a catalyst or motivator can be particularly effective. Renowned figures in gamification, like Jane McGonigal and Sebastian Deterding, have extensively advocated for well-designed games to unlock and utilize this reservoir of goodwill. First, the process involves identifying the desired public contribution, whether it’s for citizen science, emergency response training, or global health crisis management. Secondly, understanding the target audience is crucial, as their motivation can vastly differ. For instance, those participating in citizen science projects may be driven by a sense of contribution and discovery rather than competition or external rewards. Once the target behavior or sentiment is established, specific game mechanics can be tailored to the audience. Furthermore, building a strong community is key, as achieving significant goals requires mass participation. This involves designing game mechanics that foster matchmaking, sharing, collaboration, and celebration. Finally, creating a coherent narrative from these elements ensures a compelling and altruistic gaming experience, contributing to a greater cause. Designing such games is challenging but immensely rewarding, offering a sense of contributing to a better world. I’m eager to hear your ideas on leveraging games for global improvement. Please share your thoughts! #Seriousgames #Gamification #NGO #Citizenscience #Gamesforgood?

What an incredible performance that was from Coldplay on Saturday night! ?? It has got everyone talking, but what is it that makes Coldplay so successful and beloved worldwide? ?? Teamwork and Equality: The band members are paid equally, which fosters a sense of unity and mutual respect. This equality helps them work well together and stay cohesive as a group. ?? Innovation and Adaptability: Coldplay constantly evolves their sound, experimenting with different genres and collaborating with diverse artists. This keeps their music fresh and exciting. ?? Connection with Fans: They go above and beyond to create memorable experiences for their fans, from engaging live performances to interactive social media presence. ?? Meaningful Lyrics: Their songs often tackle profound themes, resonating deeply with listeners and creating a strong emotional connection. ?? Philanthropy: Coldplay is known for their charitable efforts, using their platform to support various causes, which endears them even more to their audience. What else do you think is the secret to Coldplay’s outstanding success? Can we learn a thing or two from the way they run things? ?? #Coldplay #Glastonbury2024 #Teamwork #Innovation #VentureRecruitUK

When I first met Lamar Odom who is now our Chief Creative Officer, I immediately liked him.??It wasn’t because of his basketball achievements or his fame as a reality tv star.??It was because he owned up to everything wrong he’s done in his life.??It was because he was flawed… as is everybody.??But let me explain. When people ask me what my favorite movies are, I list a handful but there are two that are oddly connected. They are “Schindler’s List” and “Charlie Wilson’s War.”??I didn’t know why I liked them so much until years after first watching them.??I now have a theory as to why people have favorite movies; they project themselves as the protagonist.??Both Oskar Schindler and Charlie Wilson were deeply flawed.??They both loved a decadent lifestyle.??But their story is one of redemption, being guided to do something good, something big.? It is part of the human condition to live with flaws; we’re all broken in some way.??When I see Lamar, I see a man who has turned his life around and is trying to do positive things in a big way.??I, too, have screwed up my life in many ways.??When I see Lamar, I see a kindred spirit. We’re both trying to write a new chapter in our lives.??We want you to be a part of our journey.??As many of you know, we’re working on a platform called ZNest that will help families find senior housing.??The dominant platforms right now are referral companies that steer families toward only the communities with whom they have contracts, and they charge the operators ridiculous fees!??We are able to provide transparency to families because the way our business model works is to only make money through something similar to a Glassdoor for senior housing operators.? In addition to raising money from VCs, we’ve decided to do a “Community Round” on Wefunder which allows all of you to invest as little as $100 in the link below.??We’re doing this because we want a base of ambassadors who believe in our cause.??If money is tight, no worries.??Sharing is good, too. ZNest now has 12 of the largest institutional owners of senior housing in the nation on our advisory board.??This is not just another platform; it’s a movement by an entire industry! Invest in ZNest: https://lnkd.in/etd2tPKR

What an incredible performance that was from Coldplay on Saturday night! ?? It has got everyone talking, but what is it that makes Coldplay so successful and beloved worldwide? ?? Teamwork and Equality: The band members are paid equally, which fosters a sense of unity and mutual respect. This equality helps them work well together and stay cohesive as a group. ?? Innovation and Adaptability: Coldplay constantly evolves their sound, experimenting with different genres and collaborating with diverse artists. This keeps their music fresh and exciting. ?? Connection with Fans: They go above and beyond to create memorable experiences for their fans, from engaging live performances to interactive social media presence. ?? Meaningful Lyrics: Their songs often tackle profound themes, resonating deeply with listeners and creating a strong emotional connection. ?? Philanthropy: Coldplay is known for their charitable efforts, using their platform to support various causes, which endears them even more to their audience. What else do you think is the secret to Coldplay’s outstanding success? Can we learn a thing or two from the way they run things? ?? #Coldplay #Glastonbury2024 #Teamwork #Innovation #VentureRecruitUK

Firstly, this is a study in how to launch a Kickstarter. About 30 hours in, it's at 200%+ of goal and growing. 100k is impressive closing goal for any indie product to launch on. It will do much more than that. 30 days to go. Pistol Shrimp is the successor outfit to the founding talent from Toys For Bob. They made some of the greatest video games ever released for computers. And consoles too! Fred Ford and Paul Reich III and their stalwart crew embark on a new epic with the upcoming release of Free Stars: Children of Infinity And yes I'm promoting the game because I want to, I think it will be awesome. You can snag a copy here by joining the KS campaign. Among the list of things done right here: -Made amazing games previously -Kept in touch with their many fans and supporters over the years and maintained open engagement and communication -Invited feedback and kept expectations about future work realistic -Worked with their community in releasing the Source Code to their last game. This allowed the community to keep the product up-to-date, functional and improve it over the decades since release. -Created the core of Free Stars: Children of Infinity already. They settled on a strong engine in Godot Engine that allows the full range of creative expression and artistic freedom the team needs. -As a teaser and great gesture to the gaming community at large who may not yet be familiar with their work, they offered their megahit title (formerly known by as Star Control II) The Ur-Quan Masters for free on Valve corporation's Steam platform earlier this month. It's also available in High Def as the Megamod - I'll post below. So it's no surprise they've attracted great attention to the KS campaign for their new game. Most of all, I see it as a reflection of the great talent of the team at Pistol Shrimp, like Dan Gerstein, who have worked tirelessly to bring the game to where it is today. I hope it is a tremendous success! PS For anyone reading this who may not yet be aware, video gaming overtook the movie and music industries (combined!) in terms of revenue by over an order of magnitude by the time we entered the 2020's. Video games are indeed serious business. Please feel free to share this post

Boo!! Nothing? Okay, founders - what about... FUNDRAISING!! ???? As we all prepare for spooky season, let’s talk about something that can be just as bone-chilling as Halloween...fundraising! From pitch anxiety to valuation fears, fundraising has its own set of frights that can keep any founder up at night. ?? But just like every great horror story, there’s always a hero who rises above the fear! Here’s how to turn those frights into steps toward success: Monster-Sized Goals? Start Small! Aiming big can be daunting, but breaking your goals into manageable steps can keep the terror at bay. Facing the Dreaded “No” ??? Rejection is part of the journey. Each “no” brings you one step closer to your perfect match—an investor who believes in your vision. Pitching Jitters? Confidence comes with preparation. Practice until it’s second nature, and remember—you’re the expert on your vision! Embrace the scary parts, and let’s make your fundraising journey a thriller worth telling! ???? #FundraisingFear #StartupJourney #Halloween #Crowdfunding #EntrepreneurLife #TribeFirst

Crowdfunding learning #9: give your film a thumbnail that makes Seed&Spark want to feature it. I never thought something as small as this would get me excited, but there it is: celebrate the small wins, they say. Support woman-led* mountain storytelling through April 11, and do more than bring OUTLIER: Common to life. Help us build the platform for community engagement and impact: https://lnkd.in/gCGyJFBp * indicates Woman-of-Color led! #SocialImpact #NarrativeStrategy

We are building a Gaming Innovation Hub here in Seattle! ?? The last couple of months have been truly exciting for me, and I'm thrilled to finally share one of the projects I've been working on with Seattle Indies, the Office of Economic Development at the WA State Commerce Department, and Clove Experiential. The Gaming Innovation Hub is a physical space where indie game companies collaborate, build, and grow. We aim to provide a five-year office location for promising gaming companies, along with essential resources such as educational opportunities, networking events, career development programs, and technical support. Additionally, we're partnering with technology and service providers to help companies succeed. In today's competitive market, a great team isn't enough. That's why we're bridging the gap by offering these critical resources. We believe the growth of indie game developers benefits not only Washington state's gaming ecosystem but also the entire gaming industry. Seattle, a hub for gaming excellence, has contributed significantly to the industry, with many wonderful gaming companies and educational institutions teaching gaming industry disciplines. We must continue to cultivate this ecosystem. We're making this vision a reality with generous support from the Washington State Government and our kind sponsors. If you're interested in helping, you can support Seattle Indies, a non-profit organization, and double your impact. Washington State generously matches 100% of sponsorship donations, whether monetary or in-kind. What's next? We're working tirelessly to turn our vision into reality. Interested in helping?