Craig Levine

Craig Levine is Global Chief Strategy Officer at ESL, the world’s largest independent esports company. In his role, Levine focuses on global strategic partnerships and strengthening ESL’s digital platforms and technology to engage fans and players worldwide. Previously, Levine served as CEO of ESL North America where he lead the North American strategy and operations of ESL.

Levine has helped pioneer the esports industry for over 15 years. As a longtime gamer, Levine founded Team 3D, the first truly professional and successful video game team in North America, in April 2002. In addition, Levine also co-founded ESS Agency, an event marketing and technology company specializing in video game entertainment. ESS Agency was acquired by Turtle Entertainment in 2014 to expand ESL’s global footprint to North America.

Levine holds a B.S. in Information Systems and Management and Organizational Behavior from the Stern Business School at New York University.