Testimonials

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 "If you’re looking to get connected to the right people in both the education and esports industry, or understand the best way to find the business intersection of gaming and gaming culture, Danielle is your best resource.  I have deeply enjoyed working with Danielle on developing meaningful speaking panels, educator x enterprise learning opportunities, and programs to expand the esports ecosystem.  There are few in this business who both understand the nuances between the private, public and education sectors and who can take action on ideas that bring these multiple stakeholders together. Her professionalism, knowledge, and emotional intelligence makes her a key navigator for anyone who is seeking to pioneer into gaming and esports." 

"An incredible advocate of increasing diversity in the traditionally male dominated Games and Esports Industries, Danielle is driven to push DEI initiatives fowards in the space. Having previous experience developing brand strategy in the Higher Education sphere she is an expert at tooling solutions to fit requirements while addressing limitations, and navigating institutional financing and budgeting, both governmental and private. Danielle also pioneers promoting awareness of the diverse career paths available to those who want to be involved in the Games and Esports industries. She is able to provide speaking engagements and presentations to large audiences about her many experiences and areas of expertise both concisely and engagingly."

 "Razor sharp and 186kmps, Danielle Rourke’s flight plan cuts right across the very event horizon of gaming culture.  A project manager from way back, she has essentially graphed out the future of ed-tech gaming, realizing in a single burst the power of esports, gaming inclusivity, and industry-high ed collaboration.  

Oh, and if you bump into a fourth-level Dwarf Barbarian at a bar who seems to know something about STEM education and ed-tech research, and she challenges you to a drinking game, just nod and walk away. 

 Walk away very slowly."

 "Danielle Rourke is an outstanding resource in both the Education and Esports fields. Without her assistance and leadership the state of Esports in Colorado would not be where it is now. That depth of knowledge has also propelled her knowledge of the industry farther through her numerous speaking and panel experiences. When I wanted a panelist for a Education in Esports panel at Fan Expo 2023 she was the first person I reached out to and I would do so again in a heartbeat. She is an asset to any group or organization she is part of with both her personality and her ability to think through and around complex issues." 

"I had the incredible opportunity to work closely with Danielle during her tenure at Dell where she conceptualized, organized, and successfully executed regular, collaborative meetings with esports researchers, experts, and professionals from around the world. Her determination and brilliance make her a true go-getter who consistently delivers outstanding results. Danielle's ability to turn ideas into reality is remarkable. It was an honor to collaborate with someone who embodies such dedication and passion for positive change in esports and gaming."

 "Danielle stands out as an exceptional Gaming Culturist.  She has an excellent grasp of gaming knowledge and its application in corporate, educational and social/personal spaces.  I have enjoyed working and gaming extensively with Danielle.  I am consistently impressed by her ability to weave together meaningful insights and actions.  These insights and actions stem from her nuanced knowledge of how games work, and their relationship to learning and social expression.  Anyone seeking a deep and thoughtful perspective on gaming culture need look no further than Danielle."