Cathy Cheo-Isaacs, Senior Operations Manager at Epic Games, is a passionate advocate for the power of games in education. Witnessing firsthand the positive impact of playing and creating games on students, she's driven by the team’s mission to empower students (and educators!) with Epic’s industry-leading tools. Cathy champions educational programs that span from secondary schools all the way to reskilling professionals in the media and entertainment industry. She's passionate about empowering students to see themselves as creators, opening their eyes to exciting possibilities in interactive 3D design. Before joining Epic, Cathy's background included teaching technology across all grade levels (K-12) and leading professional development focused on game-based learning. In her free time, she loves baking, reading, traveling, and spending time with family.