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Pretend Labs
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Brandon Henriquez
Co-Founder @Video Game Amateurs
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IT Leader | Project Manager | Esports Innovator With 18 years of IT experience and over a decade of leadership in managing complex technology ecosystems, I specialize in IT strategy, infrastructure management, and digital transformation. Iโ€™ve had the privilege of leading high-performing teams and executing innovative projects, overseeing mission-critical technology operations that have supported thousands of users. ๐Ÿš€ IT Leadership & Project Execution Throughout my career, I have: โœ” Led and executed large-scale IT initiatives, including cloud migrations, cybersecurity enhancements, and network infrastructure overhauls. โœ” Managed enterprise level technology budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions that drive innovation and operational efficiency. โœ” Directed teams of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative culture that enhances service delivery, security, and data-driven decision-making. โœ” Partnered with city agencies to develop technology-driven education programs and initiatives that impact students across NYC. ๐ŸŽฎ Esports & Gaming Industry Impact Beyond IT, I am also a pioneering leader in esports development through Video Game Amateurs, a company dedicated to fostering gaming as a tool to connect community and esports education. Our work includes: โœ” Creating our own esports bootcamps in NYC Department of Education schools, bringing competitive gaming into the classroom. โœ” Collaborating with the NYC Mayorโ€™s Office of Media and Entertainment & DIIT to execute the Battle of the Boroughs Minecraft Competition, uniting students from across NYC in STEM-based gaming events. โœ” Generating over $100,000 in revenue for our partners over the last two years through strategic partnerships and event execution. โœ” Partnering with major brands like Meta, Nike, HITN, Made in NY, and more to drive community engagement through gaming and technology accessibility in education. As a visionary in both IT leadership and the esports space, I thrive in roles where strategy, technology, and innovation intersect. I am always lookingMore...