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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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Meet The Members of ESTA

Member Spotlight: Kevin O'Brien

How did you get started in esports? I have always loved gaming. When I was younger, I enjoyed playing Zelda, Mario Kart, and “GoldenEye 007” on Nintendo 64. As I grew up, playing competitive soccer became the focal point and my free time became limited. It wasn’t until three years ago that I decided to…

Member Spotlight: Ethan Meyer

How did you get started in esports? My beginning in esports was competing in “Team Fortress 2” in community tournaments. Previously, I’d just played to enjoy the game, but my drive to always improve got other competitive players to catch wind of me and push me to compete on a team. This was back in…