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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Paula Angela EscuadraDirector, Research & Insights2K

Paula Angela Escuadra (She/Her) is the founder and co-chair of the International Game Developers Association Climate Special Interest Group (IGDA Climate SIG) and a member of the UN Playing for the Planet Alliance’s Research working group. She currently serves as the Director, Research & Insights at 2k. Previously, Senior Societal Topography UX Research Lead at Google, and she led games research for Stadia Games & Entertainment’s Publishing division. Paula holds a dual MBA and MPA degree from Presidio Graduate School of Sustainable Management, and uses her experience in games to enable positive outcomes in education, 21st century skills development, workforce development, climate action, resiliency building, and social justice.

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