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Statement by the Entertainment Software Association on the Passing of Richard M. Bates
Statements /“We are saddened by the passing of our colleague and friend Richard Bates. As the head of the Government Relations team at Disney, one of our member companies, Richard served both as a trusted advisor and a champion for our work. Richard brought clarity and passion to every issue,…
ESA Leadership Desk: U.S. Video Game Industry Fuels Connection, Employment and Economic Growth
Perspectives /Video games are a part of the fabric of American culture and a cornerstone of entertainment—and we’re a key part of America’s economic engine, too. That’s why we’re excited to share our latest Economic Impact Report, which details the significant impact video games have on our economy.
Report: Video Games Contribute $90 Billion+ to U.S. Economy
Press Releases /New study from Entertainment Software Association shows industry’s widespread impact in fueling economic growth and employment WASHINGTON, D.C. – December 3, 2020 – A new study from the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) shows video games not only provide rich, interactive entertainment experiences—they also power an innovation industry that has…
Sugar Gamers’ Keisha Howard on the Importance of Diversity in Video Games
Perspectives /The ESA speaks to Keisha Howard about founding Sugar Gamers, a platform for underrepresented gamers from all walks of life.
The ESA Applauds Winners of 2020 FCC Chairman’s Awards for Advancements in Accessibility
Statements /On October 8, 2020, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai recognized the contributions of three remarkable individuals who have helped make the world more accessible. The ESA applauds all three recipients of the 2020 Chairman’s Awards for Advancements in Accessibility. We have been privileged to have worked with two of them.…
The Entertainment Software Association Celebrates the Appointment of Shira Perlmutter As Register of Copyrights
Press Releases / Statements /WASHINGTON — September 21, 2020 — The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), which serves as the voice and advocate for the U.S. video game industry, congratulates Shira Perlmutter, selected today as the next Register of Copyrights by the Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden.“We commend the Librarian of Congress, Dr.…
