International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is the professional society for over 10,000 video and computer game developers worldwide. It is incorporated in the United States as a non-profit organization. Its stated mission is "To advance the careers and enhance the lives of game developers." In recognition of the wide-ranging, multidisciplinary nature of interactive entertainment, there are no barriers to entry. Any person who considers him- or herself to be a game developer may join.
Gordon Bellamy became executive director in August 2010 replacing Joshua Caulfield. The original Executive Director of the IGDA, Jason Della Rocca, stepped down in March 2009.
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