Elizabeth Hargrave

Board Game Designer & Advocate for Inclusion in Gaming; Best Known For "Wingspan"

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Silver Spring, MD, USA
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Elizabeth Hargrave Biography

Elizabeth Hargrave is an American game designer, applauded for her innovative method of integrating nature into board games. Her game "Wingspan" won the 2019 Kennerspiel des Jahres for the best connoisseur game of the year, making a significant impact on the industry. The game, distinguished for its theme, component quality, accessibility, and gameplay, has been praised by critics and players alike. Hargrave's unique approach to game design has earned her features in various esteemed publications, including The New York Times.

In addition to "Wingspan," Hargrave has designed several other games, each exhibiting her signature nature-themed style. "Tussie-Mussie," a game about the Victorian "language of flowers," was brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign. She also developed "Mariposas," a game about migrating monarch butterflies, which was published in 2020 by Alderac Entertainment Group. More recently, Hargrave released "The Fox Experiment" and "Undergrove," a game revolving around mushrooms, in 2023.

Alongside her game design career, Hargrave has also spent over 20 years in health policy, with a focus on programs for the elderly and low-income individuals. This in-depth understanding of health policy, combined with her extensive experience in the board game industry, provides an interesting intersection of expertise. Hargrave is not only known for her award-winning designs but also for her advocacy for greater female representation in game design, making her a prominent figure in both the gaming and health policy sectors.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/11/2024.

Elizabeth Hargrave Speaking Topics

  • Diversity in Board Game Design

  • The Impact and Power of Independent Board Games

Elizabeth Hargrave Videos

  • Undergrove from designer of Wingspan! | Elizabeth Hargrave & Mark Wootton
  • NYU Game Center Lecture Series Presents Elizabeth Hargrave
    Wingspan, a game that combines scientifically accurate information about birds with engine building mechanics, was the first board game Elizabeth...
  • Elizabeth Hargrave Keynote - "Things I Wish I Knew"
    Elizabeth Hargrave (Board Game Designer) Keynote "Things I Wish I Knew: Some Ludological Research Ideas"

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Elizabeth Hargrave is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity in Board Game Design and The Impact and Power of Independent Board Games. The estimated speaking fee range to book Elizabeth Hargrave for your event is available upon request. Elizabeth Hargrave generally travels from Silver Spring, MD, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kathleen Mercury, Cynthia Ganote, Aditi Mayer, Thimali Kodikara and Robin Wilson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Elizabeth Hargrave for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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