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AT&T Joins Esports Trade Association's Preferred Partner Program

Leading Telecommunications Provider enters strategic relationship with ESTA to Strengthen Business Infrastructure in Growing Esports Industry CHICAGO (February 3, 2025) — The Esports Trade Association announced today that AT&T has joined its Preferred Partner Program, bringing enterprise-level telecommunications solutions to businesses operating in the rapidly growing esports industry. Through the strategic relationship, AT&T will provide…

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Esports Trade Association Announces Erik Anderson As New Board Chair

Esports Trade Association Taps Industry Pioneer to Lead Organization into New Era of Growth CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2025  — The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) today announced the appointment of Erik Anderson, President of FaZe Esports, a wholly owned subsidiary of GameSquare, as its new Board Chair, effective January 1, 2025. A seasoned…

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Esports Trade Association Announces EsportsNext 2025

A Conference Featuring Industry Leaders, Innovative Panels, and Exclusive Networking Opportunities; Taking Place in Dallas, Texas, During DreamHack Dallas CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) announces EsportsNext 2025, presented by Coca-Cola, will be held May 22-23 at the Omni Dallas. Strategically taking place during DreamHack Dallas, one…

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Michigan State Promoting The Growth Of Esports

Michigan is rapidly becoming a key center for eSports, with institutions like Michigan State University (MSU) playing a crucial role. MSU’s eSports program, launched in 2023–24, has achieved significant success in national competitions, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Rocket League, and Valorant. Beyond competitive gaming, MSU’s program promotes student engagement, career development, and technological…

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Play With Purpose: A Heartwarming Partnership

ESTA AND EXTRA LIFE’S MISSION FOR LURIE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL In a world where the power of play can transform lives, the Esports Trade Association (ESTA) stands as a beacon of hope and joy for children facing health challenges. Since 2022, ESTA has partnered with the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, bringing…

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Kidas Receives Esports Trade Association’s Sustainable Esports Initiative Award

Award Acknowledges Organizations Making Significant Strides in Social Responsibility and Inclusivity  PHILADELPHIA, July 09, 2024 – Kidas (“the Company”), a technology company developing AI-powered text and voice communication tools to protect online users from toxicity, cyberbullying and other predatory behavior, announced today that it has been named the winner of the Esports Trade Association’s (ESTA) Sustainable Esports…

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Member Spotlights

Meet The Members of ESTA

Member Spotlight: Sean Gilbert

How did you get started in esports? My interest in esports came as a natural extension of my experiences of playing video games and competing in conventional sports during my youth. While I’ve spent my fair share of time in competitive multiplayer environments, the idea of esports never crossed my mind until I began playing…

Member Spotlight: Chris Johnson

How did you get started in esports? In November of 2018, a group of Robert Morris University students did a business planning project for my insurance agency, Johnsonese Brokerage LLC. At that time, our agency was primarily focused on entertainment insurance (think film productions, theatre productions, music, and live events). We were looking to diversify…

Member Spotlight: Meet Alan Davis

How did you get started in esports? Through the Fight Game Community (FGC). However, the FGC either is or isn’t part of the esports ecosystem depending on who you talk to. Similar to how Smash Bros. either is or isn’t part of the FGC depending on who you talk to… I’ve viewed a lot of…