Welcome to the EsportsNext Podcast, hosted by professional entertainer Adam Joshua! Today, we’re excited to feature Robert L. Powell III, Founder of the BGG Foundation and former PlayStation alum. The BGG Foundation is dedicated to empowering socioeconomically disadvantaged youth by using gaming as a tool to guide them toward higher education. Robert and his team provide exclusive school gaming events that offer students a unique opportunity to connect, express themselves, and explore their passion for gaming.

The foundation also offers mentorship programs, helping students discover esports scholarship opportunities and career pathways in the gaming industry. With partnerships that include STEM organizations, BGG uses gaming to enhance the learning experience and inspire the next generation to turn their love for gaming into full-time careers. Tune in to hear more about Robert’s mission to empower youth through gaming and the positive impact the BGG Foundation is making.