JOANIE KRAUT

CEO, WOMEN IN GAMES INTERNATIONAL & GAMING INDUSTRY ADVOCATE

Joanie Kraut is a technology and business leader serving as the CEO of Women in Games International (WIGI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing diversity, inclusion, and economic opportunities for women in the global video-game and esports industries. With nearly two decades of experience in technology, gaming, and finance, she has worked as a strategic advisor and consultant for studios, startups, and nonprofit organizations across the gaming ecosystem. Kraut has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Women of the Future in Emerging Tech (2023) and among the Top 50 Women Leaders of Los Angeles, reflecting her impact in promoting diversity and leadership within the gaming and technology industries.