Esports Summit Returns to Atlanta Oct. 14–15, Bringing Together Game Industry Leaders, Educators and Students
Skillshot Media-organized event brings together top industry leaders, 600+ students, collegiate rivalries, and the Lioness Girl Gaming Expo.
The Esports Summit returns to Atlanta on October 14–15 at the Resurgens Center at Uptown Atlanta, uniting video game industry leaders, educators, and students for two days of high-stakes competition, professional development, and career exploration. Organized by Skillshot Media with support from NASEF and Ghost Gaming, the summit highlights how competitive gaming is shaping the future of workforce development and technology education.
This year's event features over 40 industry speakers, SIEGE game development sessions, portfolio reviews, and live collegiate competition. The summit will also host 600 middle and high school students alongside 200+ educators and industry professionals.
“Gaming brings students, educators, and industry leaders together around a shared passion,” said Todd Harris, CEO of Resurgens Gaming. “Esports Summit turns that gaming engagement into real-world skills, mentorship, and clear pathways to careers in the technology and creative economy.”
Key Highlights & Programming
Lioness Girl Gaming Expo: A cornerstone initiative connecting 250 middle school girls with female executives and creators across gaming, tech, and entertainment. Featured speakers include Dr. Tope Mitchell (Invest Atlanta), Jaycee Holmes-Nguyen (Spelman Innovation/CodeHouse), Zanada James (Sony PlayStation), Mimi Faust (Television & Entertainment), and Alexandra McInnis (Murder Hornet).
Live Collegiate Matches: Live campus rivalries planned in an esports studio environment, featuring a Power Esports Conference Rocket League match between nationally ranked programs Syracuse University and West Virginia University, plus a regional Rocket League showcase between Kennesaw State University and Georgia Tech.
Industry & Publisher Presence: Featuring insights and representation from Epic Games, id Software, Sony, Nintendo, YouTube, FaZe, Ghost Gaming, KOI, USA Esports, and leading academic esports programs.
Emerging Tech & Drones: A featured presentation from Stay Plugged In detailing how drone training connects to emerging workforce pathways, and previewing an upcoming national drone championship.
High School & College Career Fair: Hands-on exposure for 350 high school students to explore postsecondary degrees, internship opportunities, and technical career paths.
Creative Industry Mixer: The conference closes with a networking event for creative professionals across gaming, film, music, sports, live events and other people shaping the creative economy for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, conversation and connections.
Event Details
Event: Esports Summit
Dates: October 14–15, 2026
Location: Resurgens Center at Uptown Atlanta
Tickets: 2-day Professional Pass ($99), 1-day Game Dev Pass ($50), and Student Pass ($10)
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