Dusty Welch

Dusty Welch is a veteran in the gaming industry with extensive experience in leadership roles across multiple prominent companies. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Wildlight Entertainment since January 2022, Welch previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer and General Manager for Apex Legends at Respawn Entertainment from January 2014 to December 2022, where major titles such as Apex Legends and Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order were developed. Prior to Respawn, Welch founded and led U4iA Games as CEO, focusing on innovative free-to-play gaming solutions. At Activision from January 1998 to March 2011, Welch was Senior Vice President and Head of Publishing, instrumental in launching the Call of Duty franchise and overseeing major brands like Guitar Hero and id Software titles. Earlier career roles included brand management at Dole Food Company and Nestle USA, where Welch gained foundational marketing and product development expertise. Welch earned a degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1991.