Show notes
This week we talk with the founder of the Indie Megabooth and games VC Kelly Wallick. Through her indie beginnings to her investing portfolio, community has always been the core. We discuss the Indie Game Festival, spotting hits and making a great pitch deck - this week!Episode Highlights[00:00:00] Founding the Indie MEGABOOTH: Building a Platform for Indie GamesKelly shares how she launched the Indie MEGABOOTH, creating a showcase that gave indie developers global visibility at major conventions.[00:06:00] From Chemistry to Gaming: Kelly’s Unlikely Career PathDiscover how Kelly went from studying chemistry and working in science to becoming a leader in the indie game community.[00:13:00] The Rise of Indie Games: How Developers Changed the IndustryKelly reflects on the cultural and creative shift that indie games sparked, reshaping how players and publishers view the medium.[00:20:00] Behind the Scenes of PAX: Scaling Indie Showcases WorldwideLearn how the Indie MEGABOOTH expanded into a global phenomenon, partnering with PAX and other major events to spotlight independent creators.[00:32:00] Challenges of Running Indie MEGABOOTH: Funding, Burnout, and SurvivalKelly opens up about the financial and emotional hurdles of sustaining a community-driven organization in the fast-changing games industry.[00:41:00] Navigating COVID-19: Shutting Down Events and Supporting DevelopersHear how the pandemic forced Indie MEGABOOTH to shut down operations—and how Kelly and her team worked to support struggling developers.[00:50:00] Transitioning to Venture Capital: Kelly’s New Role in Games FundingKelly explains how she moved into VC work, investing in early-stage game companies and helping founders grow their visions.[01:00:00] Advice for Indie Creators: Community, Resilience, and Staying AuthenticKelly offers advice for new developers—emphasizing collaboration, sustainable practices, and why staying true to your creative voice matters most.Support the showThank you for listening to our podcast all about videogames and the amazing people who bring them to life!Hosted by Alexander Seropian and Aaron MarroquinFind us at www.thefourthcurtain.com Join our Patreon for early, ad-free episodes plus bonus content at https://patreon.com/FourthCurtain Come join the conversation at https://discord.gg/KWeGE4xHfeVideos available at https://www.youtube.com/@thefourthcurtainFollow us on Twitter: @fourthcurtainEdited and mastered at https://noise-floor.com Audio Editor: Bryen HensleyVideo Editor: Sarkis GrigorianProducer: Kimya TaheriArt: Paul RusselCommunity Manager: Doug ZartmanFeaturing Liberation by 505