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ESTA News July 7, 2024

EsportsNext 2024 Kicks Off with Proclamation of Esports Day in Chicago

Mayor Brandon Johnson Recognizes Esports’ Impact as Conference Launches CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2024 — The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) proudly presents the EsportsNext1 2024 Conference, sponsored by Coca-Cola, highlighting its…

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