Redefining Game Design: Carina Kom's Visionary Approach"
In this episode of the Business Leadership Podcast with Edwin Frondozo, recorded live at Web Summit Vancouver 2025, host Paul Newton speaks with Carina Kom, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Simply Suite Games.
Carina discusses the mission of Simply Suite Games to create inclusive and emotionally resonant games that focus on positive language development and non-exploitative monetization. She also highlights the challenges faced by women in the gaming industry and the importance of creating psychologically safe and equitable working environments.
The conversation touches on the significance of community support, resilience, and collaborative efforts in fostering innovation and inclusivity in the gaming sector.
00:00 Introduction to the Business Leadership Podcast
00:40 Meet Carina Kom: Championing Inclusive Game Design
02:33 Challenges in the Gaming Industry
04:47 Unique Perspectives and Leadership in Game Development
07:16 Creating Joyful and Meaningful Gaming Experiences
11:50 The Future of Inclusive Game Design
18:51 Final Thoughts and Advice for Founders
Carina discusses the mission of Simply Suite Games to create inclusive and emotionally resonant games that focus on positive language development and non-exploitative monetization. She also highlights the challenges faced by women in the gaming industry and the importance of creating psychologically safe and equitable working environments.
The conversation touches on the significance of community support, resilience, and collaborative efforts in fostering innovation and inclusivity in the gaming sector.
00:00 Introduction to the Business Leadership Podcast
00:40 Meet Carina Kom: Championing Inclusive Game Design
02:33 Challenges in the Gaming Industry
04:47 Unique Perspectives and Leadership in Game Development
07:16 Creating Joyful and Meaningful Gaming Experiences
11:50 The Future of Inclusive Game Design
18:51 Final Thoughts and Advice for Founders
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