Mari Takahashi

As one of the top female names in the world of video gaming, “AtomicMari” (2+MM on social media) is a digital pioneer, pop and nerd culture advocate, former prima ballerina and co-founder of the top-ranking gaming brand Smosh Games (7.3MM subscribers), the fastest-growing channel to reach 1 MM on YouTube at launch.

Recognized by Forbes as a Top Influencer In Gaming, Mari transitioned her love for video games, adventure and technology into being an advocate for young girls to pursue STEM careers in her philanthropic work with NASA and The Planetary Society. Recently, she starred in beauty giant Olay’s New York Fashion Week “Face Anything” campaign for being a top fearless female in a male- dominated industry.