Working at Valve, Finding Mentors, Reinventing Yourself, Collecting Pinball, Grit, Nolan Bushnell, Working Under Pressure, Silicon Valley, The Enthusiasm Advantage, and Ham Radio with CEO Jeri Ellsworth of Tilt Five
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Jeri Ellsworth shares her journey from childhood fascination with technology to becoming the CEO of Tilt Five, discussing her experiences and insights in the tech and gaming industries.
Summary: Jeri Ellsworth shares her journey from childhood fascination with technology to becoming the CEO of Tilt Five. She describes her early interest in science and computers, fueled by her father's gift of a Commodore 64. Jeri recounts her experiences in racing, learning fabrication skills, and self-promotion to fund her racing career. Transitioning to computers, she opened several computer stores, experiencing both success and challenges. After a business failure, she moved to Silicon Valley, using her electronics skills to secure engineering roles. Jeri highlights her work on various projects, including chip design and collaborations with notable industry figures. Her time at Valve involved leading an R&D lab and facing internal cultural challenges, which eventually led to her departure. She acquired technology from Valve to start Tilt Five, focusing on multiplayer AR experiences. Jeri discusses the challenges and successes of running a venture-backed startup, including a successful Kickstarter campaign. She emphasizes the importance of mentors, continuous learning, and pursuing projects that spark joy and innovation. Bio: Jeri Ellsworth is an inventor, product creator…
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