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As you can imagine, the lessons I’ve learnt support me daily at Gamestream. Leveraging the culmination of skills I have acquired throughout my career –adaptability, thinking outside of the box and agility, to name a few keeps my team and Gamestream one step ahead. Working with start-ups to leading marketing teams in big corporate groups has been pivotal in shaping the steps taken to elevate Gamestream’s continual evolution.

I also played a pivotal role in launching Gamestream’s consumer brand, Pleio, distributed by Bouygues Telecom. Pleio implements our proprietary tech and gaming experiences, including a community management offering. I was at the very start of the initial ideation of what Pleio can bring to the market, followed through to its launch and ongoing adoption by consumers.

For some, the “blank page” can be seen as a terrifying challenge. Although this may seem daunting for some, it excites me and gives me immense pride and satisfaction when I succeed in building something significant from scratch, regardless of adversities.

What significant impact have you brought to the industry?

Having worked with companies that have revolutionized and disrupted their respective markets, I had to imagine with my teams new and creative approaches to achieve success.

Success in executive leadership roles is a 24/7 job in itself. Mine is partly attributed to several key qualities that are commonly recognized in female executives. As a good listener and empathetic leader, I prioritize effective communication and believe in trust-building to foster a strong and cohesive team particularly valuable in international business contexts.

As a female leader in the gaming industry, I am passionate about empowering other women to succeed in this male-dominated field. To achieve this, when I started at Gamestream, I was the first female employee, and it was my mission to address and aid in bringing more women into this exciting company. By championing greater gender diversity and inclusion, we can create a virtuous cycle that benefits everyone in the industry.

Tell us about Gamestream and its foundation pillar.

Gamestream’s mission-Democratize and ensure high-level gaming experiences to anyone, anywhere, at any time.

The company’s purpose is built on the foundation of cutting-edge technology; for instance, we make cloud gaming possible even in low bandwidth environments at just 3mbps and on rudimentary devices. We want the world to enjoy the powerful medium of video games.

Another strong motivation for Gamestream for the future is to bring video games to the hospitality and healthcare fields. Inspired by the game Re-Mission, which has been shown to help young people navigate their cancer diagnoses and treatments, we at Gamestream firmly believe in the healing power of video games.

As such, we work closely with partners such as BePlayer One , which aims to make gaming more inclusive for people with disabilities, and L’École des Héros , which helps teenagers overcome social anxiety through games.

How does it promote workforce flexibility, and what is your role in it?

Over the past 20 years, I have seen the major changes in the make-up of startups to large-scale enterprises inspiring me with changing workforce attitudes. For example, Gen Z is quite inspiring in the way they view the workplace to transform the traditional hierarchical nature of the “office.” With greater respect put towards autonomy, in tandem, with the pandemic, more earnest is put towards improving the work-life balance.

At Gamestream, I have made it my mission to promote these practices, creating an environment where people can do their best work without sacrificing their personal lives. As a flexible leader, I have seen the positive impact of prioritizing employee well-being on productivity and innovation.

What is your take on technology’s importance, and how are you leveraging it?

First-hand, I’ve witnessed the rapid pace at that technology has reshaped the world. However, keeping the human factor at the forefront of our minds is crucial when developing new digital concepts by taking a holistic approach is essential in my viewpoint. Understanding the added value of a tool or innovation for your organization is important. Simply jumping on the latest trend can be risky and potentially detrimental to your business.

Therefore, it's essential to assess the potential risks to the business, ensure security protocols are in place, and determine if a simple swap will suffice or if a complete overhaul is necessary to stay ahead of the curve. Only by taking a thoughtful and comprehensive approach to technology implementation can we ensure that we achieve our desired outcomes and that our innovations serve the needs of our employees and customers alike.

What will be the next significant change in the Tech industry, and how are you preparing for it?

As the world becomes increasingly digital, it's essential for businesses to stay on top of new technologies like 5G and artificial intelligence (AI).

The video game industry is already feeling the effects of these advancements, particularly in the realm of cloud gaming. With 5G's increased bandwidth and speed, gamers can play anywhere without the need for expensive hardware or game purchases-this has ushered in the third revolution of video games, changing the way we play forever.

AI and deep learning are also significantly impacting the gaming industry. These technologies can help create smarter enemies and more dynamic obstacles, ultimately improving gameplay and enhancing the user experience.

However, it's important to approach new technologies with caution and a thorough understanding of their benefits and risks. Business leaders must carefully consider the added value of these tools for their organizations and their customers, as well as ensure that proper security protocols are in place.

What are your goals in the upcoming future?

We're constantly pushing ourselves to innovate and take the next step in our industry at Gamestream. Our vision for the future is to industrialize our solution and become the go-to source for entertainment that combines Cloud Gaming with other media. We're already collaborating with other companies to make this vision a reality so that we can offer a one-stop shop for people to have fun with friends and family.

Our goal is to create an all-inclusive entertainment platform that brings people together and provides an unparalleled experience.

What advice would you like to give the next generation of aspiring business leaders?

It's essential not to shy away from taking bold risks as a business leader. Throughout our lifetime, we have seen groundbreaking innovations emerge not because of complacency or fear but because of boldness and courage. Being a change agent and inspiring others at all levels is crucial to creating a diverse and dynamic future. By embracing new ideas, challenging the status quo, and fostering a culture of innovation, we can lead our organizations towards greater success and achieve our goals.

So, let's not be afraid to take that leap and be the driving force behind the next wave of transformation in our industry.