Mike Wilson: podcast appearances and interviews

Mike Wilson is a specialty products marketing manager at the Manufacturing Technology Centre. He has a background encompassing various roles in the technology and creative industries, including experience in business executive positions, video game production, and filmmaking. Wilson has co-founded multiple independent video game publishers, such as Gathering of Developers, Gamecock Media Group, Devolver Digital, Good Shepherd Entertainment, and DeepWell DTx. Throughout his career, he has been an active speaker at events including South by Southwest, E3, and the Game Developers Conference. He advocates for mental health awareness within the industry and emphasizes the importance of self-care and unionization for independent game developers. Wilson has called for the industry to address issues surrounding video game addiction and has participated in efforts to promote healthier industry practices. Besides, he has held leadership positions such as the chief creative officer at Good Shepherd Entertainment and co-founded Transcend Victoria, a company dedicated to creating interactive art aimed at fostering offline social interactions. As of recent years, he has served as an executive officer at Medicinal Media, a company he co-founded, and previously served as co-CEO of DeepWell DTx until his departure in 2023. Wilson's career reflects a focus on innovative entertainment, mental health advocacy, and industry leadership.