WAVES 2025 will play host to a compelling panel discussion on ‘Leadership in Gaming and Esports: Risk, Resilience, and Reinvention’
As India’s esports industry matures, its growth has been driven by bold decisions, strategic adaptability, and relentless vision. This session will explore the challenges and choices that shaped the ecosystem, from regulatory uncertainties and shifting platforms to public perception and personal risk.
The panel will comprise three of the industry’s foremost leaders as they share their experiences and insights:
– Akshat Rathee, Co-founder & Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming
– Animesh ‘Thug’ Agarwal, Co-founder & CEO, S8UL
– Nishant Patel, SVP, NODWIN Gaming MD’s Office Initiatives, Co-founder, AFK Gaming
This conversation offers a rare window into the leadership journeys powering India’s esports, gaming, and creator economy revolution, essential for anyone invested in the future of gaming and digital entertainment.