Avia CEO Vickie Chen Named Finalist for North America's 2025 Stevie® Women in Business Awards – Best Female CEO

We are delighted to announce that Avia's CEO, Vickie Chen, has officially been named a finalist for Best Female CEO of the Year at the 22nd Annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business. The award ceremony will be held this November in New York. This honor is not only a strong recognition of Vickie's leadership and vision, but also a testament to Avia's long-standing commitment to "Putting players first, pursuing agile innovation, striving for excellence & improvement, embracing passion & responsibility, and committing to sustainable growth."

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Vickie has led Avia in transforming our passion for mobile entertainment into action, bringing skill-based games to millions of players worldwide. Her vision continues to guide the direction as we move forward together.

In 2017, Avia launched the all-in-one platform Pocket7Games. Since then, we've expanded and nurtured beloved titles like Solitaire Clash, Bingo Tour, and 8 Ball Strike. Over the years, we've launched more than 10 titles, proving that many game genres can be reimagined as skill-based experiences. These achievements reflect the dedication and creativity of every member of Avia.

Since 2023, Avia has continued to expand its footprint in the skill-based mobile games space, reaching milestones of 450M+ monthly matches, 60M+ total downloads, and $60M+ in funding. These are not just industry benchmarks but also the result of our entire team's hard work and perseverance.

Most importantly, Vickie is not just a business leader, she is a true embodiment of values. The "Avia Spirit" she introduced and lives by (Putting players first, pursuing agile innovation, striving for excellence & improvement, embracing passion & responsibility, and committing to sustainable growth) has become the cultural cornerstone of our company.

This unique leadership style of combining technology with empathy has become an inseparable part of Avia's team culture, enabling us to break through fierce competition and build distinctive global brand influence.

This recognition is more than an honor. It elevates our brand and influence yet again. Being acknowledged by an international authority not only amplifies our voice in the global market but also helps Avia attract top talent and strengthen industry collaborations, ensuring our story is heard by more people worldwide.

It is also a true reflection of our culture and organization. Vickie has always led us by turning results-driven + empathetic care into Avia's everyday practice. Diversity and inclusion in our team are not slogans but lived values. This environment continuously sparks new ideas and new products, ensuring long-term, sustainable growth.

Most importantly, this honor belongs to both us and our players. We've always believed in "creating from passion, building for players," not only making fun games but also extending that mission into community and charity efforts — turning entertainment into warmth and impact. Because we believe in "great content + great impact,"Avia shines not only in the industry but also in society.

This honor is not just a tribute to Vickie. It's a recognition of the entire Avia team. From our first creative spark to today's achievements, every step in the global casual mobile gaming space has been built on our collective dedication and persistence.

Being named a finalist is like a mirror, reflecting the core values we've upheld all along: putting players first and keeping our team close to heart. It reminds us that we're not just making games — we're using technology and passion to create joy and spread warmth worldwide.

As we continue to grow together, our shared strength will carry Avia's products further, make our culture shine brighter, and expand our impact across the globe. This recognition is more than just an award — it's a shared story that belongs to all of us.

The Stevie Awards span nine programs: Asia-Pacific, Germany, Middle East & North Africa, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, Great Employers, Sales & Customer Service, Tech Excellence, and Women in Business. Every year, they receive 12,000+ entries from 70+ countries and regions, recognizing organizations and individuals for excellence in the global workplace.

Learn more at: StevieAwards.com