Creating Games, Creating Futures
Shaping futures in the gaming world
Enroll at Game Gen and embark on a journey to success in the gaming industry. Our courses equip students with the skills to create, innovate, and thrive in a field rich with opportunities. We're not just teaching coding and game design; we're opening doors to future careers, community connections, and a lifetime of creativity.
How We Started
OUR HISTORY
Game Gen was founded in 2016 by Nick Marks. We started with a Kids & Teens program, and due to popular demand we created our Adult program. Over the years, we have worked with students with a diverse background and skillsets. Including students on the Autism Spectrum. This lead to a relationship with local Regional Centers which we still foster to this day. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to learn game design and development. Watch the video to learn more!
Powerhouse of the Game
OUR TEAM
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HEIDI HIATT-MARKS
CEO
Heidi Hiatt-Marks is a dedicated lifelong learner and enthusiastic Co- CEO for Game Gen, Inc. She has been playing video games since she could get her hands on the family's Atari...
Heidi has a rich and diverse background in the fields of social welfare and psychology, as well as two wonderful kiddos that keep her learning in all the best ways possible. Heidi loves playing RPG games and gaming with her kids on the Nintendo Switch.
At Game Gen Heidi has worn many hats and looks forward to continuing to grow Game Gen with our fantastic team as a place for students to come together in a joyful medium to be creative and expressive to the world through meaningful learning.
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HRACHIA STEPANYAN
Academic Director
Drinks coffee and does things
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JAMIE D. JOHNSON
Director of Operations
With over 25 years of diverse professional experience, Jamie has brought in a well-rounded expertise in management, data and business analysis, and game design. Jamie worked for many years in the Game industry until finally finding a place with Game Gen!
Currently serving as the Director of Operations at Game Gen, Jamie is streamlining operational management, enhancing processes, and fostering robust relationships with various Regional Centers and Partners. He proudly works alongside Hrachia and Heidi to improve both the Mentors and Student’s Game Gen experience
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JANELLE SCALES
Community OutReach Liaison - Social Media Coordinator
In every class, we bring the excitement of gaming into our teaching methods. Our interactive lessons keep students engaged and eager to learn. They won't just listen and watch; they'll participate, create, and innovate. This approach ensures that every concept in game development and coding is not only understood but also enjoyed.
