BILLY HOWARD

PRODUCT MANAGER, generation esports

Billy Howard is a Product Manager and the former Collegiate Lead for Generation Esports, a tournament host and platform focused on providing competitive and educational offerings through esports from middle school to college and beyond. He also sits on the HSEL Board of Directors and was on the RSAA College League of Legends Championship Selection Committee in 2022.

Prior to coming to Kansas City to work for Generation Esports, Billy was a seasoned veteran in the college scene, working as a coach at the University of Northern Iowa (2014-2017), University of North Georgia (2017-2018), Arizona State University (2018-2019), and Hawkeye Community College (2019-2021). Along the way, he collected 54 playoff appearances, 10 tournament victories, including 2 national championships in Overwatch and Rainbow 6 Siege. He now serves as the League of Legends coach for Missouri Western State University.
 
Billy's focus and passion is student and community driven. With a heavy emphasis on creating resources to provide a solid infrastructure in higher ed, he hopes to continue creating opportunities for students in the KC area and nationwide to get an education through their talents and passion behind the screen.