TLDR: As President Hoby will oversee teams at Riot working to make it the best place to make Games.
Date: April 21, 2025
What you need to know:
Hoby Darling has spent his career at the intersection of sports, tech, and creative culture leading brands known for pushing creative and performance boundaries.
As President, Hoby will partner with teams across the company to help Rioters dream big, unlock creativity, and serve players around the world.
Hoby has held senior leadership roles at Logitech, Skullcandy/Astro Gaming, Nike, and Volcom:
As part of Logitech’s global executive team, led several portfolio companies and co-founded a new division focused on serving esports athletes, creators, and the future of play.
As a senior leader at Nike, he helped shape the future of sport in both IRL and URL worlds, sparked athlete-led innovation, and also worked with Nike-portfolio companies like Converse and Cole Haan.
As CEO of Skullcandy and Astro Gaming, he brought together gaming, music, art, and action sports while building Astro into a global leader in premium gaming gear.
As a leader at Volcom, he helped grow the skate/snow/surf company into a global lifestyle brand.
Quote from Hoby Darling: “The first time I walked into Riot, I felt a scrappy, soulful, and courageous energy I knew I needed to be a part of. I’ve worked with a lot of companies, and there’s something special about a place that takes risks, challenges convention, and stays fiercely committed to its mission. Riot has a long history of creating experiences that truly matter to players, and I couldn’t be more excited to work alongside passionate Rioters who push each other to do their best work every day.”
Quote from Dylan Jadeja: “Hoby has spent his career at companies that serve the most passionate communities there are, from sports to gaming and beyond. He knows how to bring out the best in teams, and he’ll help Rioters tap into their creativity, sharpen their focus, and channel their competitive fire. Most importantly, he understands the importance of nurturing our creative heart and will challenge us to keep raising the bar for each other and for players.”
