WIGI at GDC 2011

What a fantastic GDC! I must say I was less tired, more enthusiastic and attended events that were more important and more inspiring than ever. It was a good year.

Women in Games International triumphed with our fourth annual GDC reception! Once again, WIGI has proven to provide quality networking events with high level people and great business opportunities.

We thank our sponsors for their generous support of the event including Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, 38 Studios, CCP Games, Sony Computer Entertainment America, Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth, The Art Institutes, Future US, GNW Game Guard and Peanut Labs Media.

I’d like to call attention to the volunteers at the event including Denise Archer, Kelley Corten, Heather Decker, Sandy Leung, Adam Moore, Alyssa Reuter, Stephanie Spong, Trisha Stouffer, Kimberly Unger and Mary-Margaret Walker.

WIGI Executive staff attended other events that support women in games. On Tuesday there was a great dinner for industry thought leaders hosted by Casual Connect. We discussed ways to move ahead with education, career growth and access to resources for women.

On Thursday, the IGDA Women in Games special interest group held its annual roundtable meeting, which is always a great opportunity for status, inspiration and brainstorming to improve access and working conditions for everyone. After that, the third annual Microsoft Women in Games Awards luncheon was held. New categories were added this year and it’s always a fabulous event.

Stay tuned for news from WIGI on our E3 plans and more!

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