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Ep. 5 KPMG gaming guru on industry perceptions and inclusivity


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A keen advocate for both diversity and the gaming industry, Micky Swindale is currently Global Head of Sales Enablement for KPMG, and leader of #WeAllWantToPlay Diversity & Inclusion initiative. Her illustrious CV also includes stints as President of the Isle of Man's Chamber of Commerce, and Vice President of its Commonwealth Games Committee. In our latest podcast, she talks about promoting responsible gaming, championing diversity, and social mobility. [00:17] Introduction [00:58] Sales Enablement as a role [04:55] KPMG and Micky's focus on the gaming sector [04:55] Why KPMG committed to supporting the gaming industry [06:15] The negative perceptions associated with gaming [08:14] Local challenges for the gaming industry [11:32] Changes to local and global jurisdictions [16:17] The evolution of the gaming industry [17:59] Diversity in the sector [19:27] The #WeAllWantToPlay initiative [21:10] Social mobility as a key issue for KPMG in the UK [22:26] How attitudes towards women are changing [24:30] How fear can be an obstacle to people speaking up for diversity [26:01] Men’s role in promoting diversity [27:47] KPMG’s target for women in leadership [32:02] Why ‘Micky’ is no longer a Michelle [33:25] Double standards around roles within a couple

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