Shanda has been with EA for over 11 years now. She started as a Recruiter for the BioWare team and transitioned into the Sourcing role 6 years ago. As the Talent Sourcing Manager for North America Creative at Electronic Arts (EA), her role involves overseeing a specialized team of Sourcers who are responsible for proactively identifying, engaging with, and assessing creative talent for EA studios across the globe. Shanda and her team are instrumental in making EA's games achieve phenomenal success on a global scale.

Parvathy Ashok discusses her thesis, "Broadening Perspectives: Inclusivity in Video Games," exploring the importance of inclusivity in the gaming industry. She shares both her research findings and personal insights on the industry's current state, envisioning a more inclusive and diverse future for gaming.