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Can Alberta's gaming sector truly double its impact by 2026? Join us as we unpack this bold ambition with Adam Brown from Alberta Innovates, alongside gaming visionaries Matt Toner of Shred Capital and Michael Liebe from Booster Space. 

Together, we illuminate a strategy to capture a significant share of Canada's $7 billion gaming market, and the innovative approaches fueling this growth. From nurturing tech talent to fostering a collaboration-driven ecosystem through initiatives like Scaffold Program, Alberta is setting a new standard for the gaming industry.

Listeners will discover cutting-edge funding strategies designed to empower creative minds and small studios. Our episode delves into the pivotal role of weekly master classes and alternative financing options like Kickstarter. Hear directly from industry leaders on how to build impactful companies and craft high-quality Kickstarter campaigns that resonate with audiences. As these professionals share their expertise, we explore how Alberta's gaming ecosystem balances creativity with the professionalization of developing entrepreneurial skill, fundraising and marketing to ensure both individual and communal success.

As the conversation unfolds, you'll witness the crucial role of networking and ecosystem development in Alberta's gaming scene. Through strategic partnerships and global outreach, Alberta is building a resilient groundwork for long-term success. Discover how Alberta's game developers, bolstered by a 65 percent success rate with the Canada Media Fund, are navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. By embracing entrepreneurial education and community-building, Alberta is not only enhancing its own gaming industry but positioning itself as a formidable player on the international stage.

Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.