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Nicole LaPointe Jameson Stepping Down as CEO of Evil Geniuses

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James Fudge

9 months ago

Nicole LaPointe Jameson announced on Thursday afternoon that she will be leaving her role as CEO of Evil Geniuses (EG) sometime in September.

In a social media post Jameson said, “It seems fitting that after lifting the Valorant World Championship trophy this week, to announce that my last day at Evil Geniuses is coming up next month. There are too many feelings to write, but thinking back to the past four and a half years, all I can feel is immense appreciation for the opportunity to shake up the esports and gaming world alongside an incredible group of innovators, disruptors, athletes, and creators.”

Jameson joined EG in May of 2019 as its top executive, after advising PEAK6 Investments on investing in the Seattle-based esports organization as an associate.

Jameson’s role will be filled by current Chief Innovation Officer Chris DeAppolonio, according to Jameson:

“I, of course, have to give an extra big thank you to my successor, the brain behind our data analytics, and innovation. EG is in great hands with my friend and right hand of over three years, Chris DeAppolonio. I am excited to watch the continued evolution of a thoughtful operator and esports believer at the helm.”

You can read her entire social media post here.

James Fudge

With a career spanning over two decades in the esports and gaming journalism landscape, James Fudge stands as a seasoned veteran and a pivotal figure in the evolution of esports media. His journey began in 1997 at Game-Wire / Avault, where he curated gaming and community news, laying the groundwork for his expertise in the field. In his more recent roles, James cemented his status as an authority in the esports business sphere as Senior Editor Esports at Sports Business Journal and The Esports Observer between 2018 and 2021.