Van Petten Group, A Non-Profit Association Management Company

11/07/2024

🚀 Thrilled to join the AI and the Future of Fun panel hosted by Susan Purrington at Northern Arizona University!

I had an amazing time sharing the virtual stage with incredible esports visionaries, including ESTA members Katharine Nohr and Vijay Koduri. 🎮

We explored how AI is transforming the esports landscape, enhancing gameplay, and driving exciting new possibilities in the industry. What a blast! 🙌

10/19/2024

Fall Arrives on a Bright Chicago Morning 🍁

07/16/2024

EsportsNext 2024 is a wrap! Starting with a high-octane viewing party for NASCAR’s Chicago Street Race 🏎️ and a landmark announcement by Mayor Brandon Johnson declaring July 7 as Esports Day in Chicago, the energy never dipped!

Hosted at the grand InterContinental Chicago, this year’s event was a convergence of talent and vision, featuring industry leaders from NASCAR, iRacing, Coca-Cola and our vibrant community.

The panels were inspiring and tackled critical topics like strategic investments and industry dynamics, enriched by lively discussions and audience interactions 🗣️. This year’s Elevator Pitch competition added a fresh layer of excitement, with attendees casting their votes to crown Titus Walker and his Ultimate Endgamers League pitch as the winner.

The ESTA Industry Awards 🌟 were another highlight of the week! We honored the groundbreaking achievements within our community and recognized those pushing the boundaries of esports. We also celebrated the induction of Ian “Crimsix” Porter into the ESTA Hall of Fame 🏆. Ian, your impact on esports is truly legendary!

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to making EsportsNext 2024 an unforgettable event. Your passion and enthusiasm are what make our community extraordinary. Here’s to growing stronger and soaring higher together in esports! 💪

Let’s keep this incredible momentum going as we gear up for EsportsNext 2025—where we promise more surprises, more insights, and even more celebrations! 🚀

🌟 Get ready for another thrilling year in esports. Stay connected, stay inspired: esportsta.org/esportsnext

07/07/2024

🎉🎂 Best birthday gift ever! 🎂🎉

I’m beyond excited to share that Mayor Brandon Johnson has proclaimed July 7, 2024, as Esports Day in Chicago—right on my birthday! 🥳 This amazing news kicks off our EsportsNext 2024 Conference, celebrating the incredible impact of esports in our city.

Join me in celebrating this special day with exciting events:

• NASCAR Viewing Party 🏁
• Sneaker Soiree Industry Awards Reception 👟
• Two-day EsportsNext Conference 🏆

This proclamation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our vibrant esports community. Learn more and register today: esportsta.org/esportsnext (https://www.esportsta.org/esportsnext)

Feeling so grateful and proud to be part of this moment! 🎮❤️

06/21/2022

Central Oregon Veterans Ranch is such a beautiful backdrop for their upcoming Gala on 6/25, bringing the glitz and glitter of Hollywood. What a great opportunity to embrace the peace of nature outside the city while giving back to veterans for all their service!

First Annual 2022 Gala to Benefit Central Oregon Veterans Ranch Presented by Alison Perry & Suzanne DeLaurentiis Join us for the first annual gala to support COVR... HOLLYWOOD STYLE! Guests will be treated to a red carpet with celebrity guests including Hollywood Producer Suzanne DeLaurentiis and Os...

06/15/2022

Just popping in to celebrate another energizing conversation with talented Esports Trade Association member, Justin M. Jacobson captured on the latest episode of his podcast, .

Listen here:
Apple Podcast - https://apple.co/3b0XasK
Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3QqVo4w

Listen to this episode from Preediction on Spotify. The Esports Biz Show: Esports attorney Justin M. Jacobson Esq. interviews the Founder of Esports Trade Association, Megan Van Petten on her past work experience as well as founding the Esports Trade Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

06/10/2022

You know the feeling when you are around someone that steadies a room with their collected calm while encouraging you to add the value you are meant to bring to the world? It can be such a break of sunshine in the perceived clouds of chaos in life. Having the privilege of being the recipient and giver of this type of energy lights up my day.

Thanks to some of my peeps that add value - Sharon Gill International, Wayne Gill, Jennifer Ross, Carol Bettencourt, John Davidson, Lindsay Muller Heatley, Leilani Rojas Casper, Antonio Rodriguez, Johanna Navari Welch, Jill Brown, Greg Smith and Robin Fischer. Who helps bring you into the present moment?

06/03/2022

Chicago is known for our sports, expansive food scene, architecture, and restorative lake shore. Join the Esports Trade Association this summer for ESPORTSNEXT, a conference that promises to shape the future of the esports industry.

We love connecting talented minds with a thirst for knowledge, sense of adventure and desire to make the world a better place. Sneak a peek from last year!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/394swOB

Visit us at esportsta.org to learn more.

05/21/2022

Witnessing the grace of mentorship through Sandra L. Richards, the Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment team, and our gifted speakers during the Esports Business Symposium this week gives me a certain kind of peace knowing this industry is being shaped by the hands of people who are ready to show up, add value, and make a difference.

05/20/2022

I'm nerding out while reviewing my notes from the Esports Business Symposium put my Morgan Stanley062] Global Sports & Entertainment and . What a pleasure to hear from such an inspired meeting of the minds of true masters of the industries of esports, Metaverse, Web3 and Wealth Management.

Shout out to Mason Champion, CRPC®, J Scott Quinto, Sandra L. Richards, Jamie Palmer, Stephen Elmore, Chime from Encore

05/11/2022

This just in: MorganStanley Global Sports & Entertainment and Esports Trade Association are putting the fun back into fundamental educational resources for the esports industry.

Check out our next meeting of the minds here: https://www.morganstanley.com/press-releases/inaugural-esports-business-symposium

05/09/2022

It has been a dream in the making for the Esports Trade Association to find a partner in Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment. Be sure to join us for the inaugural virtual Esports Business Symposium and absorb key knowledge from high level thought leaders on Thursday, 5/19.

It is a pleasure to be able to provide access to such ground breaking educational resources and opportunities for people eager to be a part of this enriching industry.

Register here to see the full agenda: https://bit.ly/3P1LmWO

Shout out to Sandra L. Richards, Mason Champion, J Scott Quinto, Stephen Elmore, Ahkiel White, Antonio Rodriguez, and Lindsay Heatley.