Event Schedule
09:00
Registration
10:30 - 10:35
Short introduction
Mihai Chirica — Mayor of Iași
Tudor Dăescu — President of Esports Summit
10:00 - 11:30
State of Romanian Esports in 2024. Has the World Championship hosted by Romania propelled us into the high society of esports?
Romania’s game development industry places the country in the top 5 in Europe. We can say that Romania is the East European Hollywood of video games production. But in terms of the ecosystem around esports we are not in a good position. What should Romania do for its players to shine on the international scene?
Speakers
11:30 - 12:00
Break
12:00 - 13:30
Esports needs brands. But why do brands need esports?
It is clear that a competition cannot have continuity if it has no partners in the commercial area. That teams need sponsors in order to have conditions for training, or money to participate in tournaments. But a simple display of the logo on the shirt does not help brands. Or does it? Why and for what do brands invest money in esports and gaming?
Speakers
13:30 - 14:00
Break
14:00 - 15:30
The first Romanian video game is from the 70s. Can Romania be part of making history in the gaming industry?
Children now learn history, arts, mathematics with the help of video games. Even in schools and high schools. One of the top universities have bachelor and master degree programs in gaming. And Bucharest, a museum of video games. But these are all punctual initiatives. What can the local authorities do to be part of these changes and not just a passive witness?
Speakers
15:30 - 16:00
Break
16:00 - 17:30
“A Romanian won the Major!". The road from headline-making to everyday normality.
Romania has been performing great in the world of esports, due to a few individuals.
Romanian tournament and gaming events organizers could at any time perform in countries that have a tradition in esports competitions.
Why is it then that we are so unsatisfied with the local esports status?
17:15 - 18:30
The road to victory and beyond: the career journey of a professional esports player
What does it take to succeed and become a professional esports player? Success in professional esports requires not only exceptional gaming skills, but also a range of professional skills such as teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking. Beyond being a professional player, esports also offers exciting other career opportunities in fields such as coaching, management, and event production. As esports continues to grow, the demand for skilled professionals in the industry is expected to increase.
Speakers
Hans Jagnow — VP of ESL Pro League
Marius Radu — Co-founder of GG Industry & BGW partner
Nedim Baytorun — Consumer Business Unit Director, Vodafone România
Paul “Werty” Bolog — CS:GO Caster
Ivan “iM” Mihai — Professional CS:GO Player
Chester King — VP of Global Esports Federation
