The Entertainment Software Association's new thing will bring together executives from across the game industry for conferences, workshops, and "elite networking opportunities."

Entertainment Software Association (ESA)—still exists. The group is back with a new gaming event, but it's not what you might expect. Called 'iicon' or Interactive Innovation Conference, this event is

The days of trailers and demos are done as the ESA broadens its horizons. The newly minted iicon conference will bring together the many industries impacted by video games, from Hollywood to health care.

Nintendo, Disney, and PlayStation are among the companies attending the inaugural iicon in Las Vegas next year.