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Career Spotlight: Mark Flitman

2025-06-17 19:00:00 2025-06-17 20:00:00 America/Chicago Career Spotlight: Mark Flitman Mark Flitman, local author of "It's Not All Fun and Games," will showcase a unique look at the video game and toy development industry from a producer's point of view. R Main Library - Cook Room

Tuesday, June 17
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-17 19:00:00 2025-06-17 20:00:00 America/Chicago Career Spotlight: Mark Flitman Mark Flitman, local author of "It's Not All Fun and Games," will showcase a unique look at the video game and toy development industry from a producer's point of view. R Main Library - Cook Room

Main Library

Cook Room

Mark Flitman, local author of "It's Not All Fun and Games," will showcase a unique look at the video game and toy development industry from a producer's point of view. R

Mark worked at top video game publishers before moving on to Hasbro Entertainment, where he created toys for a wide variety of brands. Learn about his career experience and get recommendations for anyone entering the gaming and toy industry. 

The book It’s Not All Fun and Games will be available for sale at the program via cash, Zelle, or PayPal.

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AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Business & Career | Adult |

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