154. From frontlines in Ukraine to startup success: lessons in leadership and decision making. How to build communities online & why founders need to be a bit delusional w/ Dana Sydorenko (GameTree)

The Pursuit of Scrappiness

Dana Sydorenko is the CEO and Founder of GameTree, a social network to bring together like-minded gamers and reduce toxicity in the gaming space. Leveraging her unique background as a former frontline medic in the Ukrainian army and an avid gamer, Dana has made significant strides in both the military supply sector and the gaming community. 

On this episode we talk about:

  • From serving as a frontline medic in the Ukrainian army to founding companies.
  • How military experience influenced Dana’s approach to business and leadership.
  • The founding story of GameTree.
  • Strategies for creating inclusive and engaging online spaces.
  • Challenges in the gaming Industry.
  • The role of AI in enhancing online interactions.


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