BLACK COLLEGIATE GAMING ASSPCIATIONS PRESENTS
Black college gaming summit and E-sports Tournament
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Black College Con (BCC) 2025 Summit & Esports Tournament
Location: Virginia State University – Gateway Hall – 2808 Martin Luther King Dr
Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Summit: 10AM – 1PM EST
Tournament: 1PM – 3PM EST
Theme: “Black by Popular Demand”
A summit consisting of conversations, connections, and tournaments; introducing Black College students to Black corporate partners & entrepreneurs in the gaming/esports industry. BCC is the first ever property of its kind, where successful Black corporate executives and entrepreneurs educate, mentor & pay it forward to Black high school & college students interested in the gaming & esports industry. The Black College Con Tour takes place during Black History Month.
Objectives:
Equity: Conversations – Educating & Mentoring from black executives representing the top Gaming corporations & entrepreneurs in the world.
Access: Connections – Dedicated time for mini-interviews for internships & job opportunities in gaming & esports.
Opportunity: Competition – Earn scholarships & prizes to assist with college expenses & learning more about gaming & esports.
Agenda Overview: Panels, Connections & Competitions
10AM – Summit Opens
– Black History in Gaming & Esports (Video)
10:15AM – 10:30AM Opening Session:
– Welcome Remarks
– Summit Contests & Prizes – Will be distributed throughout the day
10:30AM – 11AM: Keynote Presentation – Dante Simpson PhD, CEO and founder of ESPAT TV and studios
11AM – 11:45AM: Black Gamers Matter: Hear firsthand from influential Black professionals driving the gaming and esports industries forward. This engaging panel will delve into their personal journeys, challenges faced, lessons learned, and the importance of diverse voices. Whether you aspire to be a pro gamer, content creator, or business leader, you’ll gain insights on how to break barriers, leverage mentorship, and thrive in this ever-evolving field.
Panelists:
Keshia Walker – Founder & Chairwoman of BCGAF (Moderator)
Dante Simpson PhD, CEO and founder of ESPAT TV and studios
Chris Davis – Founder of Black Gamer League Network
Lakisha Greenwade – CEO of Wearable Tech Ventures + AI Innovator
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM:
Break & Transition to Networking Session
12PM – 1PM: Networking Mixer (Lunch) – Connect and mingle with fellow gaming professionals, exhibitors, and industry leaders to share knowledge, discover partnerships, and forge future collaborations. Lunch and beverages will be provided.
1PM – 2:30PM: Esports Tournament: – VSU Gaming & Esports Lab
Tournament: Madden & Street Fighter 6
2:30PM – 3PM: Scholarship and Award Presentations