Leo Olebe: Last News

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Google exec Leo Olebe, who has worked in the games industry for over 20 years, will move into a new role as global head of gaming at YouTube, the unit that encompasses gaming-related content and partnerships, including livestreaming. Olebe most recently was managing director for the games partnerships team for Google Play, where he and his team worked with games developers and publishers worldwide to help them build experiences on Google Play. Olebe will start in the role of global head of gaming at YouTube later in 2022. He will report to Tara Walpert Levy, YouTube’s VP of Americas, who oversees content partnerships, a Google rep said. The role has been vacant ever since YouTube’s previous head of gaming, Ryan Wyatt, left in January after seven years to join crypto firm Polygon Technology as CEO.

Facebook Gaming on Tuesday unveiled the Black Gaming Creator Program, committing $10 million over two years to provide the funding, mentorship and resources necessary to become a partnered creator on the platform. Those selected will gain early access to streaming features and tools designed to help young creators grow their brand and community, as well as the opportunity to attend bi-monthly training summits, digital gaming events and receive monthly pay.