Leena

I feel very lucky to have been a recipient of the training and affordances of the #NextGenLeaders program in their first year in 2017 (and 2018) and can now put my arts management studies to good use as a Program Coordinator and give back to the foundation.pic.twitter.com/vsOkNQwibi

Sally Blake (@Vialixia) is a steadfast and values driven producer who will go into *battle* for those she loves. She has shown a capacity for taking no shit that leaves me absolutely confident any team she’s a part of is bound to make work of tremendous integrity. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/hIxAJAOSog

Emily Grace Buck (@emilybuckshot) is like a walking heart. She’s consistently trying to better herself and her community even while going through tough periods such as layoffs. Her writing and knack for character even seem to share this tenacity with the world. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/VzeZG3tRST

Tomás Cofré (@Mr_Entropic) is the perfect blend of optimistic pragmatist! With no illusions about the world he still expects it to be better and wants great things for the gamedev community in Chile. He’s not been burned but rather tempered and stronger for it. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/HH6Jy9FJjm

Rosa Dachtler (@supernovarosa) has a fire in her belly and she ain’t afraid to use it! A talented narrative designer and voice over director, she values realistic communication, and I think this is because she wants less bullshit & fluff in IRL communication too. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/VrNrC8n18V

Nika Dvoravic (@nikablaine) has an amazing eye for beauty and architecture that has set her up to expect beautiful things from people and better from our systems. She helps people feel comfortable sharing personal things, which is beautiful & validating. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/RPbzDxVVE2

Ashwath George (@AshwathGeorge) is a ray of sunshine! He never fails to get a laugh out of people when they need to laugh but might not even know it, & will stand up against bullshit without even thinking about it. He’s brave and full of cheek (in the good way). #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/tB6gWsj2Qe

Ashraf Heikal (@AshrafHeikal95) has the most INFECTIOUS smile! I really appreciate that he’s concerned with indie development and not a US-style studio career, and I can relate to that as an Aussie. He will do great things for Egypt’s indie community. Watch! #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/wdphpYpgTD

Asia Mleczak (@gremgtb) is like a magical and rare unicorn, a producer who specialises in localisation. WHUT. She’s quiet but confident, and I’m certain she knows so much more than many devs at similar levels in their careers—in several languages! #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/VTbncfhMyG

Jasmine Roberts (@ladykillmonger) is the greatest thing to happen to VR since Jasmine Roberts! Her bullshit detector is second to NONE and this is going to serve her well. She puts community first and will fight for those who need her help without hesitation. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/2aNFrCx38i

Sophie Rossetti (@SophieRossetti) is like a silent assassin but instead of violence it’s love and kindness. All public speakers look for “The Nodder” in the crowd and Sophie is it! So encouraging and a great listener, Sophie makes sure everyone feel heard. #NextGenLeaderspic.twitter.com/lFnjYzrP6s