Ashik Manandhar
About Ashik Manandhar
Ashik, a Coding Blackbelt, holds an MBA from Stanford, a BS in Electrical Engineering, and a BA in Economics. He previously managed Playdom’s largest game studio and led the City of Wonder team.
Professional Title: Coding Blackbelt
Ashik holds the title of Coding Blackbelt. This title reflects his expertise and high proficiency in coding and software development. The title suggests a mastery level of skills, akin to a black belt in martial arts, indicating a seasoned professional in the tech industry.
Stanford MBA Education
Ashik has completed his MBA from Stanford University. This prestigious program is known for its rigorous curriculum and produced many renowned business leaders. A Stanford MBA signifies a strong foundation in business management and strategic thinking.
BS in Electrical Engineering
Ashik holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. This educational background provides a robust understanding of engineering principles, circuit design, and electronics, forming a technical bedrock for his career.
BA in Economics
Ashik also possesses a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. This combination of technical and economic education equips him with a comprehensive understanding of both the engineering and business aspects of technology development and management.
Managing Playdom’s Largest Game Studio
In a previous role, Ashik managed Playdom’s largest game studio. His leadership here involved overseeing operations, product development, and team coordination to drive the studio's success within the competitive gaming industry.
Leading the City of Wonder Team at Playdom
Ashik led the City of Wonder team at Playdom. City of Wonder was one of the prominent games produced by Playdom, and his leadership role would have entailed project management, product design, and team leadership to bring the game to market.
Favorite Old School Video Game: Street Fighter II
Ashik’s favorite old school video game is Street Fighter II. This classic game is known for its groundbreaking fighting mechanics and cultural impact in the gaming community. His preference for this game highlights his connection to the core traditions of gaming.
Preferred Game Character: Wander
If given the choice, Ashik would choose to be the game character Wander. Wander is known from the game Shadow of the Colossus, which involves a journey filled with challenges and heroism. This choice perhaps reflects Ashik's appreciation for adventurous and complex game narratives.