Gaming Icon Bonnie Ross Joins Duolingo‘s Board
Industry Veteran Brings Expertise in Engaging Learning Experiences
Duolingo, the world’s leading mobile learning platform, welcomes Bonnie Ross, a gaming visionary with over 30 years of experience, to its board of directors. Ross is acclaimed for her significant contributions to the gaming world and recognized for building global brands that resonate with players worldwide.
“A core principle at Duolingo is to ‘make it fun’ because learning shouldn’t be boring,” said Luai von Ahn, CEO and co-founder of Duolingo. “Bonnie has deep experience in creating fun and innovative gaming experiences and building iconic global franchises. I couldn’t be happier to welcome her to our board.”
Ross brings a wealth of experience to Duolingo. In her previous role as Corporate Vice President for Microsoft and Head of the Halo franchise, Ross transformed the Halo franchise into a global phenomenon. She spearheaded the expansion of Halo beyond traditional gaming, incorporating transmedia elements like live-action series, novels, and consumer products.
“As an enthusiastic Duolingo user, I’m inspired by the platform’s ability to make learning entertaining and engaging,” said Ross. “It fosters a competitive and social learning environment and challenges me to keep making daily progress, particularly in my quest to impress Lily,” said Ms. Ross, referencing her daughter. “I’m eager to contribute to Duolingo’s mission of making high-quality education fun and accessible to everyone.”
Ross’s impact extends beyond revenue and global reach. She is a champion for diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry, co-founding the Women in Gaming community and advocating for STEM learning opportunities.
Building on a Legacy of Innovative Learning
The addition of Ross to Duolingo’s board comes at a pivotal time for the company.
Duolingo continues to redefine how people learn languages. Its popular app stands out by ingeniously combining proven learning techniques with gamification, making language acquisition enjoyable and accessible.
With Ross’s expertise in building engaging entertainment experiences, Duolingo is poised to further increase its impact on global education. Her passion for making education fun aligns perfectly with Duolingo’s mission.
Duolingo’s CEO, von Ahn, expressed enthusiasm for the future with Ross onboard. “Bonnie’s deep understanding of engagement and motivation will be invaluable as we continue to build the best education in the world,” von Ahn said.
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