FULL SESSION · 12 Feb 2026 · 65 min

Ryan Johnson

Founder, Cxmmunity

Build opportunity without burning out

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Ryan explores the HBCU Esports League, gaming and anime culture, strategic partnerships, and serving a community sustainably.

What you’ll take away

Building the HBCU Esports League.
Connecting gaming, anime, and creator culture through partnerships.
Serving a community without exhausting the organisation behind it.

Community
Ownership
Leadership

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