I'll be at Escapist Expo!

I'm happy to be sitting on on some panels at the Escapist Expo, which is located a few blocks from where I live! Most convenient con ever.

Crowdfunding Revolution

Saturday, September 15th @ 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM | Dagobah Room

• Alexander Macris
• Cherilyn Kirkman
• Chris Kirkman
• Dan Yarrington
• Daniel Solis

After record-breaking Kickstarter campaigns for new games, new peripherals, and even new consoles in the last year, it’s no secret that the crowdfunding revolution is upon us. Join us for a discussion of what it means for publishers, developers, and consumers when the players become the producers.

How to Run a Small Gaming Business

Saturday, September 15th @ 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM | Dagobah Room

• Cherilyn Kirkman
• Chris Kirkman
• Daniel Solis
• Jason Morningstar
• Steve Segedy

Running a game company isn’t always fun and games. Have you ever wondered what results when gaming and business meet? Panelists Chris and Cherilyn Kirkman – makers of deck and dice game Carnival - and Steve Segedy and Jason Morningstar – creators of the indie RPG Fiasco - share the trials and joys of running a small game company. Moderator Daniel Solis guides a broad discussion covering game production, online retail, the future of the local game store, and using crowd-funding as a part of a business plan.

Independent Board Game Survival Guide

Friday, September 14th @ 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM | Dagobah Room

• Dan Yarrington
• Chris Kirkman
• Daniel Solis

Everyone dreams of getting their game published. We’ll explore and discuss all the aspects of bringing your game from concept to market including: design, development, playtesting, promotion, prototyping, funding, marketing, production, conventions, sales, distribution, fulfillment, and more.

PLUS! There are some more amazing panels going on at the Expo.

PLUS! PLUS! I will be playtesting Belle of the Ball at the UnPub open gaming area. If you've been itching to test out this goofy casual strategy card game, track me down!