Chicago Innovators: BHOP Esports Aims To Inspire Next Generation

Chicago Innovators: BHOP Esports Aims To Inspire Next Generation Of Gamers
Joseph Ho, owner of BHOP Esports, standing outside the gaming center at 122 Hawthorn Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Ho plans on holding a grand opening in June. Courtesy of Joseph Ho
Chicago Innovators: BHOP Esports Aims To Inspire Next Generation Of Gamers
Joseph Ho, owner of BHOP Esports, standing outside the gaming center at 122 Hawthorn Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Ho plans on holding a grand opening in June. Courtesy of Joseph Ho

Chicago Innovators: BHOP Esports Aims To Inspire Next Generation

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The global esports market is projected to generate more than $1 billion in 2021. And the booming business is expanding in the Chicago area.

Reset talks to the owner of BHOP Esports about his vision and plans for his new esports gaming center in northwest suburban Vernon Hills.

GUEST: Joseph Ho, owner of BHOP Esports

Chicago Innovators: BHOP Esports Aims To Inspire Next Generation
Inside BHOP Esports in Vernon Hills. Courtesy of Joseph Ho