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Embark on a transformative journey through the digital landscape where gaming, branding, and culture collide, as Andy Wilson sits down with the innovative mind of Joel Ponce, CEO of Hashku. Joel and Andy chart the course of gaming's meteoric rise to the pinnacle of media, rivaling the giants of traditional sports viewership, and examine how this phenomenon is rewriting the playbook on youth engagement.
Joel's own tapestry of experiences, from Honduras to Northwest Arkansas, help weave a narrative that marries branding genius with cultural insights. Discover the alchemy of gaming commerce and brand partnerships that are setting the digital world ablaze. Hashku's pivotal role in this revolution comes to life as they discuss Walmart's pioneering strategies within Roblox and Unity, transforming the virtual playground into a commercial powerhouse. Joel's expertise helps reveal the secrets behind Hershey's successful Roblox campaign and how brands can navigate the emerging trends of digital marketplaces to create unforgettable consumer experiences. And as the conversation reaches its zenith, Andy and Joel peer into the future, where Fidelity and Walmart are not just participants but trailblazers in the gaming universe, using it as a vehicle for education and brand enhancement.
The allure of digital avatar economies and virtual goods becomes clear as the duo dissect their impact on omnichannel marketing tactics and consumer habits. It's not just talking about the next level of retail; Doing Business in Bentonville is giving you a front-row seat to the evolution of supplier engagement and brand recognition, as seen through the lens of the gaming space.
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