Meet the Visionaries Behind Playfriends
Playfriends is more than just a platform; it’s a community where every voice finds an echo, every interest a counterpart. Behind this innovation stands a team of visionaries whose experience in Web3 and with top global brands propels Playfriends forward.
Discover the faces driving Playfriends, the team turning our vision into action!
Beita Yu: Product & Operations
Navigating the complex world of product development and operational efficiency, Beita brings a wealth of experience from leadership roles at industry giants, such as Tencent, where he managed operations for a game generating over $16.6 million in monthly revenue, Douyu, where he led a team to an impressive $24.9 million in annual revenue, and NetEase Games.
Beita’s expertise in managing high-revenue projects and successfully leading teams is unmatched. His strategic vision has been instrumental in ensuring that Playfriends surpasses user expectations.
JC Velasquez: Systems & Security
As chairman of Smartwave and with a portfolio of over 400 apps, including MindJolt Games, JC’s background is as expansive as it is impressive. JC has demonstrated his ability to scale businesses to significant heights, driving their revenue to exceed $300 million annually while expanding their global user base to over 100 million. Having worked with giants like Mercedes Benz and Accenture, his expertise in leading large teams and ensuring system security forms the backbone of Playfriends.
JC’s proficiency extends beyond traditional tech landscapes and into blockchain technology, as evidenced by his development of MetaverseGo. As a seasoned Web3 developer and an active cryptocurrency trader, he brings a deep understanding of the blockchain’s transformative potential. This expertise is valuable as Playfriends navigates the Web3 space, aiming to leverage blockchain capabilities to enhance user experience and community engagement.
Ash Mandhyan: Community & User Retention
Ash’s journey from being a former Country Channel Manager at Bytedance, where he launched and crafted B2B partnerships, to Head of Client Solutions at Meta, where he oversaw the Southeast Asian Region, showcases his ability to understand and engage diverse audiences.
Leading MetaverseGo as CEO, Ash also brings Web3 experience, simplifying entry for newcomers with user-friendly onboarding and fostering an inclusive, welcoming community. He leverages this experience to create a dynamic global community accessible to all at Playfriends.
