Carter Lipscomb, a sport trade veteran with an enormous character, has handed away.
Lipscomb’s household made a publish on his behalf, and it was written in Lipscomb’s personal cheerful voice.
“My family knows that if this ever happened, then to write this note on my behalf and keep it light and keep it real but keep it real light. I hope they did right by me,” Lipscomb stated.
On LinkedIn, Lipscomb’s profile exhibits he was Physician Enterprise and enterprise growth specialist at Iron Galaxy Studios since 2019. Earlier than that, he was director of writer relations for Sony Interactive Leisure for 11 years. Lipscomb at all times had a method of constructing individuals really feel snug.
Lipscomb was additionally the cofounder of the Video Sport Supper Membership in San Francisco alongside Christian Svensson. They invited scores of individuals to the membership’s dinners on the Home of Prime Rib, and I spent many a night congregating there with the chums of Carter Lipscomb.
On Lipscomb’s Fb web page, former Iron Galaxies co-CEO Adam Boyes wrote of the publish, “This is the greatest Carter post he never wrote. I loved him so much, and we were all so lucky to have met him and for him to have blessed our lives. R.I.P. BROTHER!”
The reason for loss of life wasn’t disclosed, however Lipscomb had a historical past of coronary heart illness. He collapsed throughout a run some years in the past and was resuscitated by Samaritan who knew CPR. There was an outpouring of sport neighborhood help on the time.
Simon Jeffery, former head of Sega of America, wrote, “There can be very few, if any, who in this business have befriended and been loved back by more people, than Carter. Whether it be humorous Carter or serious Carter, he, across decades, has been a positive force of nature for the games industry. When you heard his big Carter voice when you walked into a party or gathering, that’s where you would head. Rest in Peace you incredible man. The industry will never know your like again, and is a sadder, emptier place because of it.”
Sport veteran Michael Chang wrote, “Carter – The gentleman, the myth, the legend. Such tremendous warmth, enthusiasm and passion. You will be missed.”
Shawn Layden, former chairman of Sony Interactive Leisure Worldwide Studios, stated in a message, “The one person in gaming everyone loved.”
Tammy McDonald, one other sport trade veteran, stated in a message,”Carter was the glue for our weekly Covid cocktail gatherings. He went out of his method to be there for me when Matt handed away…. He was at all times coronary heart and was the very definition of a ‘work household.’”
There have been scores of comparable posts inside an hour of the posting.
After Lipscomb handed away, his household made a publish on his Fb web page. Right here’s the publish:
HEY FABULOUS PEOPLE!!!
Properly, it appears to be like like I’ve leveled as much as the final word gaming enviornment into the past. Let’s have a good time the unbelievable journey we’ve had collectively!For the previous 30 years, I’ve been a part of an epic video video games fam, which has been nothing in need of a wild, exhilarating and enjoyable journey. From superb sport launches to unforgettable, development setting trade experiences, we’ve made each second depend. Whether or not you knew me as “Doctor Business,” “The Boss of the Special Sauce,” or only a “brother from another mother”, I actually cherished each expertise we’ve shared and each snicker we’ve had. Due to every of you, I’ve been blessed to be on this journey with you!
Y’all know my catchphrases, and so they nonetheless maintain true: “Teamwork makin’ the dream work”, “What’s Tony spelled backwards? Why Not?” Life’s too quick to hesitate, so maintain embracing each alternative. And keep in mind, “You don’t have to get ready if you stay ready.” At all times be ready for the following journey.
Plenty of you understand I’ve been on a unprecedented health journey, and I had simply completed a night jog with Mrs. Jones after we arrived at house. Fitbit had me within the zone hitting all my metrics.Sadly, I “fell out” for the final time though I used to be wholesome and every part was goin’ nice. I suppose it was my time to go. Fortunately, I used to be blessed to have my household close by.
My household is aware of that if this ever occurred, then to write down this observe on my behalf and maintain it gentle and maintain it actual however maintain it actual gentle. I hope they did proper by me.
Bye for now,
¡Carter!
P.S. Keep tuned for a Celebration of Life F-I-E-S-T-A! Solely get together garments allowed! Particulars to comply with…
