A Game Industry Veteran Blazes His Own Trail

John Diamonon, veteran video game licensing and business development executive, shares his insights on the inner workings of the industry, imposter syndrome, how AI is revolutionizing gaming, the importance of mentors, and why “you can smell the culture” of a company.

⏰ Timecodes ⏰
00:00 - Introduction
02:43 - John's journey from corporate jobs to entrepreneurship
05:38 - Discussing the leap of faith into starting his own company
08:12 - John's mentors and their impact on his career
10:17 - How to build a network of mentors
15:47 - Explanation of retro gaming and Media One Up
18:41 - Addressing criticisms of the video game industry
21:45 - The importance of regulation in gaming
23:28 - The significance of music in video games
25:11 - AI's impact on the gaming industry
30:58 - Advice for startups in the gaming industry
33:43 - The importance of shared vision in an organization
34:15 - John's formula for success in business
37:35 - Shoutout to business partner Justin Wong
38:48 - Closing remarks and acknowledgments

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