المملكة: Influence makers…electronic games contribute to enhancing digital culture

The dialogue session, “Electronic game content on platforms… art and industry,” discussed the role of electronic games in shaping digital culture, and how to develop this industry into an art that transcends the boundaries of traditional entertainment.
The session was held within the activities of the Impact Makers Forum, with the participation of a group of specialists.
The session reviewed the most prominent challenges and opportunities faced by professionals in this sector.
The speakers stressed the pivotal role of electronic games in promoting digital culture and opening new horizons for Saudi talent in this field.

Women overcome difficulties and challenges

The “Influence Makers” Forum, held in Riyadh from December 18 to 19, organized a dialogue session entitled “Women Role Models Leading the Scene.”
It hosted Formula 1 Academy racer Amna Al Qubaisi, sports sector expert Rasha Al Khamees, and World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd.

A journey towards success

During the session, Al Qubaisi reviewed the difficulties and challenges she faced at the beginning of her sporting career, which were an essential part of her journey towards success and achievements.

She explained that she excelled and proved her worth in the field, hoping to be a role model for all women who want to enter competitions and the world of Formula.

A qualitative leap in Riyadh

Al-Khamis confirmed that the sports sector in the Kingdom during the past few years has brought about a qualitative shift and capabilities that have helped in the renaissance of sports.
Lloyd expressed her happiness at being in the Kingdom, stressing that football was her great passion, until she was able to win the World Cup and achieve the gold medal in the Olympics.

Opening the innovation space

The Innovation Space opened its work with a dialogue session entitled “Balance between Life and Creating Influence in Social Media,” at the “ImpaQ Influence Makers” Forum, organized by the Ministry of Information in Mayadeen Hall in Diriyah over two days, with the participation of more than 1,500 local and international influencers. It hosted The Ministry invited a number of local, Gulf and international celebrities, within the lifestyle track, one of the influence tracks at the forum.

Work-life balance

Abdullah Al-Hussein said: “The company I manage is engaged in the same activity as mine, which is creating content. What is important in achieving a balance between work and life is separating the two sides, giving work a specific time as well as family, while managing time well. After my marriage and having a family and children, I became more productive.” “