Junae Benne

Junae Benne is an accomplished community development manager and digital marketing expert with extensive experience in the gaming and entertainment sectors. Currently serving as Community Development Manager at 1,000 Dreams Fund, Junae has also held positions in various companies, managing digital marketing strategies for over 20 partners, including notable clients such as NBC Sports and Xbox. As Program Director at the International Game Developers Association (IGDA®), Junae focuses on content management and enhancing community relations. In previous roles, including UX Designer and Content Writer, Junae has demonstrated a strong ability in user experience design, feature writing, and community management, notably increasing audience engagement and fostering positive community sentiment. Junae holds a Bachelor’s degree in Media Communications and Broadcast Journalism from Northern Illinois University.