DAVID ECHEVERRIA
CEO, Founder | Villeage Esports
David Echeverria (Da-veed Etch-eh-va-ree-yuh) is the CEO and Founding Partner of Villeage Esports & Entertainment, a Louisville-based company building spaces where gaming, entrepreneurship, and culture intersect. Through creator partnerships, live events, and community programming, Villeage helps brands, organizations, and emerging creators connect with audiences while expanding opportunities within the gaming and entertainment industry. In 2025, David represented the U.S. gaming industry at the Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia and collaborated with Gen.G Esports in South Korea on their global partnerships team, exploring the future of global esports and digital entertainment.
GDEX 2026 Presentation: Power to the Players - Building Community, Opportunity, and Impact Through Gaming
Gaming is a powerful tool for building communities, developing skills, and creating opportunities. Drawing on experience in community organizing, esports, and education, this session explores how developers, creators, and industry leaders can turn gaming communities into platforms for meaningful engagement and real-world impact. From grassroots events to innovative educational programs, we’ll examine what it takes to build an ecosystem that empowers everyday gamers.
