Advance RSVP is available to Primary Entry badge types only. Walk-ups may be accepted on a first come, first served basis.

Mentor Sessions offer 15 minutes of one-on-one interaction with industry leaders and professionals from a variety of fields in the gaming industry.

Meeting with this Mentor is highly recommended if you’re interested in product development, digital sculpting, marketing, business development, and creative development.

Ashly Powell works as the Director of Product Development for 3D Systems/Gentle Giant. Well-regarded in the industry, her 14 years experience have taken her around the globe; from Gotham City to Hollywood California with frequent visits to Hong Kong along the way. Powell has cut her teeth managing a lofty list of clients. Handling multiple marketing campaigns, from pitching and producing video game collectors editions and various promotional items, manufacturing 100’s of different products a year and with over hundreds of thousands of units sold, there is no doubt that you have seen her work, more than once.

You can see Ashly's full bio on her speaker page.

Advance RSVP is only available for SXSW badges, however there will be two, 15-minute walkup session available per Mentor for SXSW Gaming wristbands.

Programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW.