In an enlightening and inspiring interview, we had the privilege of speaking with Stéphanie “missharvey” Harvey, a five-time world champion in Counter-Strike, a celebrated author, coach, lifetime achievement award winner, activist, educator, and philanthropist. Stéphanie shared her incredible journey from winning her first world championship with SK Gaming in 2007 to founding UBINITED and winning back-to-back championships in 2011 and 2012. We delved into her academic background in architecture and its influence on her approach to game design and development.

Stéphanie discussed her transition from professional gaming to her pivotal roles at CLG and FlyQuest, including her impactful work addressing gender discrimination through Missclicks and promoting healthy online interactions with ÉLEVEY. She highlighted her efforts in raising awareness for cyber dependency, cybersecurity, cyberbullying, and cyber well-being, and the critical role digital citizenship will play in the future of gaming communities.

Her dedication to advocacy, coupled with her passion for gaming, continues to drive her involvement in significant projects at FlyQuest and with prestigious organizations like the International Olympic Committee and DreamHack. We also explored exciting industry trends and her perspective on the future of esports.