{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66677cafc446540011f2a41c/67782eeea1ad7348eb97a3c8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"E63 Leadership, Innovation, and the Future of Play with Dan Box","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66677cafc446540011f2a41c/1756150952927-9d47f14e-9a7e-4327-b5d1-a769a2b04ff0.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>This week, we’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes of <em>The Mike Method</em>—a conversation with Dan Box, General Manager and Vice President of EA Ventures.</p><p>Dan and Mike explore how Electronic Arts (EA) is evolving from being purely a video game company into a community-driven organization. With over 700 million gamer accounts, EA is reimagining its future by investing in the creator economy, user-generated content, and new ways of connecting fans beyond the game itself.</p><p><br></p><p>Dan shares what it takes to lead through rapid change—emphasizing curiosity, emotional intelligence, and a willingness to ask better questions over sticking to rigid plans. Together, they unpack how leaders can spark innovation, navigate resistance, and create environments where creativity and adaptability thrive.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode isn’t just about gaming—it’s about the leadership mindset required to drive innovation, build meaningful communities, and stay ahead in a rapidly shifting world.</p><p><br></p><p>Episode Resources</p><p>Dan Box: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/danbox/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.ea.com/en-gb\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Electronic Arts</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.hubspot.com/products/get-started-f049?utm_id=607212716856&amp;utm_medium=paid&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_term=marketing_hubspot_EN&amp;utm_campaign=Marketing_MQLs_EN_NAM_NAM_Brand-HubSpot_e_c_campaignid804389993_agid43208773113_google&amp;utm_content=_&amp;hsa_ver=3&amp;hsa_net=adwords&amp;hsa_acc=2734776884&amp;hsa_kw=hubspot&amp;hsa_grp=43208773113&amp;hsa_mt=e&amp;hsa_cam=804389993&amp;hsa_ad=607212716856&amp;hsa_tgt=kwd-298569398281&amp;hsa_src=g&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAm-67BhBlEiwAEVftNhj6q__avwhG4VzwFjZcp2NQBYlKtkrTV8Elf5jp1Rrh7kFE3sXN7hoC58MQAvD_BwE\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hub Spot</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.sonos.com/en-ie/home\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sonos</a></p><p>ViRTUS: <a href=\"https://www.virtusinc.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Website</a> / <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/virtus.inc/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a> / <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/284723/admin/dashboard/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a></p><p>Sign up for our Newsletter:<a href=\"https://www.virtusinc.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Sign Up</a></p>","author_name":"Mike Desjardins"}