Riot Games has appointed Hoby Darling as its new President, effective immediately, following the shift of A. Dylan Jadeja to CEO in 2023. Darling brings a wealth of experience from prominent companies such as Nike, Skullcandy, and Volcom, and he also served on Logitech’s senior executive team. His broad background in leadership positions across multiple industries is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Riot Games, a leader in the gaming world. His immediate start marks the beginning of a new chapter for the company.
Darling to Lead Internal Collaboration and Innovation, Leveraging Extensive Gaming and Tech Experience
As President, Darling will play a key role in bridging the various teams within Riot Games, ensuring that they collaborate effectively to advance the company’s ongoing projects.
His experience in the gaming and tech industries, including his role in expanding Astro Gaming while at Skullcandy and his efforts in developing a division within Logitech that catered to esports athletes, positions him well for this responsibility. Darling’s leadership will focus on fostering internal communication, innovation, and ensuring Riot Games continues to evolve in the rapidly changing gaming landscape.
Riot Games Names Hoby Darling President as Company Prepares for New Era of InnovationBefore joining Riot Games, Hoby Darling had a notable career in leadership positions at several influential companies. His tenure as the CEO of Skullcandy allowed him to grow Astro Gaming, a well-known brand in the esports and gaming space. At Logitech, Darling was instrumental in creating a division aimed at supporting esports athletes and content creators.
His diverse experience in both gaming and consumer tech makes him a valuable asset for Riot Games as the company looks to strengthen its position in the gaming and esports markets.
Darling Enthusiastically Joins Riot Games, Ready to Push Innovation and Creativity Forward
In a statement about his new role, Darling expressed his excitement about joining Riot Games, describing the company as a place with a “scrappy, soulful, and courageous energy.” He emphasized his admiration for Riot’s commitment to taking risks, challenging conventions, and creating impactful experiences for players. Darling noted the company’s long history of innovation and expressed his enthusiasm for working with the passionate team at Riot to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in gaming.
Riot Games’ CEO, A. Dylan Jadeja, shared his support for Darling’s appointment, highlighting his extensive experience working with highly passionate communities, both in sports and gaming.
Jadeja praised Darling’s ability to bring out the best in teams and foster creativity, stressing the importance of nurturing Riot Games’ creative heart. Jadeja believes Darling will help push the company to continually raise the bar, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of innovation and player engagement in the gaming industry.
