About Hawke Robinson "The Grandfather of Therapeutic Gaming"

"Ethical innovation improving the human experience." I strive in the hope that, during my limited time existing, I will have helped contribute to raising up the overall human condition. Published as W. A. Hawkes-Robinson, I am an educator, entrepreneur, innovator, musician, parent, public speaker, technologist, therapist, and researcher. Often introduced as "The Grandfather of Therapeutic [Role-Playing] Gaming" at professional conferences, fandom conventions, talk shows, media, and to others.

BeardedLaughingOnDeck.jpgI'm Hawke Robinson, drawing on Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuropsychology, Recreational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, and Research Psychology principles, technologies, role-playing gaming, nursing, and education, I have  become known as "The Grandfather of Therapeutic [Role-Playing] Gaming".

The RPG intervention modality Formats I utilize include: tabletop (TRPG), live-action (LRPG / larp), electronic (ERPG), and hybrid (HRPG), as well as AI, AR, VR, MR, xR, and Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) innovations.

I am a multidisciplinary Technologist, Recreational Therapist, musician, educator, and published researcher in multiple industries and disciplines.

My work has been recognized by numerous professional organizations, including the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA), Washington State Therapeutic Recreation Association (WSTRA), and National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) and The Joint Commission (previously JCAHO). My contributions have led to the creation of CEUs (Continuing Education Units) in RPG-related therapy and educational programs that have been accredited by major professional bodies.

FOUNDER

Founder of:

  • LibreVitals.com, health and fitness technologies, private and secure health data management software and devices.
  • NeuroRPG, artificial intelligence, non-invasive brain-computer interface, role-playing game technologies and professional services.
  • BCI RPG, opensource non-invasive multi-player, online, turn-based, cooperative, social, brain-computer interface, role-playing game.
  • Dev 2 Dev Portal LLC, professional technology and information security services
  • Hawke Studios, professional photography and media services since 1991.
  • RPG Research, a global 501(c)3 non-profit research & human services organization.
  • RPG Therapeutics LLC, for-profit professional therapeutic services.
  • RPG.LLC, various role-playing game related professional services.
  • RPG Education, role-playing game professionals educational and certification services.
  • RPG Publishers, role-playing game professionals publications.
  • RPG Mobile, wheelchair accessible mobile facilities, accessible gaming for everyone.

OTHER ENDEAVORS

Hawke Robinson Speaking at Gen Con in Indianapolis on GenCon TV's Table Takes

CONTACT

NEED TO CONTACT ME? IF IT IS A TIME-SENSITIVE MATTER, THEN IT IS BEST IF YOU SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT THROUGH MY CALENDLY LINK.

If you really need to speak with me, your best option is to use the Calendly link to schedule a meeting, though I am often booked solid several weeks/months out.

SCHEDULE A MEETING WITH HAWKE: If you would like to schedule a phone call or online meeting with Hawke Robinson, please use the link below:

I am usually quite busy working on exciting projects that are helping improve the overall human condition. With such a full schedule, I rarely make time to check social media. I generally ignore unscheduled phone calls from numbers I don't recognize (leave a voicemail). Next best option is to email me, however my email is inundated by many people and organizations.

HIGHLIGHTS

Hasbro's DragonTalk by Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble with special guests Hawke Robinson & John Welker

Media

  • Hasbro / Wizards of the Coast's Dungeons & Dragons "Dragon Talk"
  • Related book: Welcome to Dragon Talk
  • HBO Vice Media
  • NorthWest News Network / KREM2
  • GenCon TV
  • Inlander Magazine
  • Documentary " Let's Play: Dungeons & Dragons Behind Bars"

Hawke Robinson on Northwest News Network / KREM2

Publications & Listings

BACKGROUND

 Hawke Robinson is a multidisciplinary Technologist, Chief Technology Officer, Information Security advocate, Technology Architect, Educator, Accessibility Advocate, Brain-Computer Interface and Neurotechnology Innovator, & Researcher.

With decades of real-world work experience, I am a trailblazer with a distinctive combination as a Technologist & Recreational Therapist, and a background in Research Psychology, Nursing, Education, Cognitive Neuropsychology, & Neurotechnology. I have been online & involved with software development & other tech since 1979, programming at 9, with my first paid programming gig at 12 years old.

I have managed, worked with, & for, projects & companies ranging from 1 to 18,000+ employees across 150+ countries.

I have also been involved with role-playing games since 1977. I am now known globally as “The Grandfather of Therapeutic [Role-Playing] Gaming”, innovating in healthcare, research, technology, education, professional development, & role-playing game (RPG) industries.

I am a solutions-oriented skilled full & fractional Chief Technology Officer with more than 20 years of technology leadership experience, adept at transforming business concepts into successful technological realities.

I’m published in multiple industries & disciplines, a talk show host & frequent guest speaker, a public speaker at many professional conferences & fandom events.

I have a talent for bridging the gap between business leaders and technologists, helping people & organizations bring their dreams to life.

Known for my results-oriented approach, characterized by exceptionally high integrity, compassion, creativity, empathy, grit, & energy.

I excel in both executive leadership & hands-on execution, rapidly & effectively building or overhauling organizations & technology solutions, of all sizes, from the ground up.

My philosophy focuses on sharing knowledge openly for the betterment of the human condition.

Beyond my professional life, as “Synthetic Zen”, I am a 20+ instrument musician & composer. I am also an adventurer, advocate, community builder, & parent.

I value privacy & security but shares personal insights to provide a fuller picture of the person behind his projects & communities, & to help others.

An active advocate for accessibility, open source, privacy, & effective security measures, & founder of spokane2600.org.

A Washington State Department of Health Registered Recreational Therapist, my profile showcases a commitment to learning, innovation, & improving lives through technology, recreation, role-playing gaming, & neuroscience.

I have created, or been the founder, founding contributing member, advisory board, or full board member of many organizations & endeavors over the decades, covering a broad range of industries and roles.

RPG Therapeutics LLC is a Psychology Today Verified Professional Services Provider

PROJECTS

Some of my key project include:

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