2025 GDC Program hosted grantees from these cohorts:

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Virtual Exchange, GDC

Next Gen Leaders supports mid-career game industry professionals as they look to transition to leadership roles in the industry.

Virtual Exchange, GDC

Velocity is for professionals looking to transition into the game industry from another nongaming-related career or industry.

Virtual Exchange, GDC

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Testimony

“It was inspiring meeting people in-person! I got to meet my velocity cohort mate and teammate on three game jams in person.”

— Kenna L., Velocity

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"It was awesome to ask leadership, business and DEI questions directly and get such empathetic, and thoughtful insight from such a powerhouse. This inspired me to keep making this industry a better place."

— JC L., Next Gen Leader

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2025 Recipients

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Ross Minor

Deborah Dantonio

Mico Ramos

Glen Henry

Ricardo Aviles

Luiza Diniz

Lauren Temos

Caroline Bitterly

Mallory Gibson

Kirsty Fraser

About IGDA Foundation

Our mission is to make the game industry more diverse and inclusive by providing professional development and opportunities for every person who wants a career in the game development industry.