Strategic and visionary product leader with 20+ years in gaming and technology. Recognized for driving innovation, scaling revenue, and delivering impactful product launches. Expert in lifecycle management, data-driven strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, with proven success in leading globally distributed teams. Passionate about shaping the future of gaming through technical excellence and inspired leadership.
I'm a bubbly spark of creativity who loves to craft stories and build worlds that make people smile. 🌟
Born in Fresno, raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and now thriving in Las Vegas, I’ve spent over 20 years leading bold, creative ventures in tech and gaming. As co-founder of Tiger Byte Studios, I create products and games that bring delight and wonder.
Outside of tech, I bring joy to my community through Celebrate Hmong, an art and media festival showcasing Hmong brilliance. I’ve published the Celebrate Hmong Art & Media magazines (2019, 2023), written the chapbook “Book of 2022” (2022), and contributed to “Staring Down the Tiger” (2020). My work was even featured in the Smithsonian’s ‘A Day in the Life of Asian Pacific America’ (2014). You might’ve heard me sharing laughs and insights on the Reel Asian Podcast (2020–2023), too!
Through all of it, my greatest joy is raising my two fierce, adventurous daughters. Together, we embrace life’s biggest stories and wildest dreams.
Let’s build something magical together! 🌙✨
Over the past 20+ years, I’ve combined innovation, leadership, and a passion for storytelling to build impactful products. From entrepreneurial ventures to cultural initiatives, I strive to inspire, empower, and connect people through creativity and technology.
Co-founded Tiger Byte Studios, specializing in live operations and digital innovation. Developed platforms that bridge creators with their communities.
Founded Celebrate Hmong, a multidisciplinary arts festival supporting mentorship and storytelling. Empowered over 100 artists and amplified Hmong creativity globally.
Led strategic initiatives for global franchises like Star Wars and Dance Dance Revolution. Focused on delivering player engagement and immersive storytelling.
Mentored emerging professionals and served leadership roles at SFPA. Committed to fostering creativity, growth, and career development.
Featured in podcasts and publications like Reel Asian Podcast and Smithsonian. Speaker on creative leadership and product innovation.
Authored works including Book of 2022 and contributed to Staring Down the Tiger. Inspires audiences through creative storytelling and design.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with talented professionals across various industries. These testimonials highlight the impact of my approach to leadership, creativity, and problem-solving. From enhancing engagement strategies to fostering innovation, I strive to inspire and empower those around me to achieve remarkable outcomes.
“Renee’s technical knowledge and broad experience with a variety of software tools allow her to provide guidance and key insights for both product and engineering decisions. Additionally, her commitment to data-driven product excellence and ability to multitask make her an invaluable asset to any team looking to improve their product.”
Ivelin Bratanov – Senior Software Engineer“Renee has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to enhance user engagement and monetization. She excels in leading cross-functional teams, ensuring that all aspects of game design, development, and marketing work in harmony to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.”
Albert Nguyen – Customer Growth & Engagement“Renee was tasked with the crucial challenge of growing VIP player revenue and quickly delivered top-level results. Her deep empathy for the user and her organizational skills allowed her to ideate the right product solutions and lead cross-functional teams with vision, motivation, and excellent communication.”
Joseph Herrle – Production Lead“Renee is one of the most optimistic and delightful people I’ve worked with. Her unique ability to keep the team organized, along with her constant communication and humor, fostered a comforting and productive work environment. I highly recommend working with Renee.”
Dima Smirnoff – Mobile Experience Specialist“Renee’s passion for discovering market opportunities was inspiring. As a Junior Designer, I learned so much from her during my time at Razer. She’s brilliant at what she does and a great ally for team collaboration and growth.”
Amy Duong – Lead Product Designer“Renee has a subtle yet powerful way of connecting with people on a human level. She kept the team motivated even during sleepless project deliveries and led us to successful outcomes with her cool-headed and affirming leadership style.”
Nirav Doshi – Business Growth Manager