Esports Illustrated joins this new initiative as the official media partner.
Radiant, a broadcasting entity committed to advancing opportunities for women in the gaming sphere, and Ally, the all-digital bank, have unveiled the much-anticipated “Influential Voices in Gaming” list. Esports Illustrated, a publication covering esports and gaming culture, has joined as the official media partner for this groundbreaking endeavor.
This compilation celebrates individuals spanning various categories, including Creators, Pro Esports Players, Journalists, Gaming Executives, Artists, and On-Camera Talent. The initiative seeks to shine a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of these individuals and their profound influence on shaping the gaming landscape.
The selection process for this roster kicked off with an online nomination phase, inviting the gaming community to propose candidates who have made a lasting impact on the industry. Following this, a panel of esteemed industry experts meticulously reviewed the nominations, resulting in the curation of a distinguished list comprising 30 honorees.
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Among the esteemed honorees are:
- Melanie “meL” Capone, is renowned as the in-game leader of the esports team Shopify Rebellion and former lead for Cloud9 White. meL’s leadership has consistently propelled her teams to the forefront of the Game Changers rosters in VALORANT history, securing nearly $100,000 in individual prize money. Notably, she clinched victory in the VALORANT Game Changers Championship 2023.
- Jennifer “LemonKiwi” Pichette, is a versatile esports caster with a repertoire spanning various titles including Rocket League, Overwatch, VALORANT, and Teamfight Tactics.
- Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez, is an iconic esports personality celebrated for his electrifying stage presence. He has graced the desks and stages of numerous premier esports events across titles such as Call of Duty, Halo, Overwatch, Apex Legends, and VALORANT.
- Amira “Xmiramira” Virgil, the visionary creator behind the Melanin Pack and the driving force behind The Black Simmer community. With a substantial following of over 150,000 subscribers across platforms, Xmiramira advocates for diversity and empowers women gamers within the industry.
Heather Garozzo, the founder of Raidiant, stated, “We are proud to amplify the voices of the most influential names in esports, whether in front of the camera, behind the camera or operating the camera. We asked our community, and they answered by spotlighting the talented individuals that impacted our diverse audience the most.”
Echoing these sentiments, Bridget Sponsky, executive director of brand and sponsorship marketing at Ally, noted, “Celebrating the achievements of the diverse community in the industry is a reflection of the work we are doing to elevate key voices in gaming.”
Meredith Wilson, the Marketing Manager for Esports Illustrated, added, “Esports Illustrated is thrilled to collaborate with Raidiant and Ally to amplify the stories of these strong, and influential figures in the industry. We look forward to sharing their stories and impact with our audience.”
Here’s the full list of Influential Voices in Gaming
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