Nadia Thorne
Nadia is a seasoned game producer and studio head with nearly two decades of experience in the gaming industry. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Black Salt Games, she leads the studio behind the award-winning sinister fishing adventure, DREDGE. Nadia’s journey in game development began at CerebralFix, where she spent over nine years spearheading processes and tools. In late 2020 she transitioned from her role as General Manager of NZ Aotearoa’s largest work-for-hire game studio, leveraging her extensive industry understanding to venture into indie game development.
Under Nadia’s leadership, Black Salt Games has made a significant impact with its debut title, DREDGE, receiving critical acclaim for its exceptional execution and unique gameplay. Passionate about cultivating learning organizations that foster collaborative game development and player-focused design, Nadia continues to push the boundaries of what small teams of incredible game developers can achieve. With Black Salt Games and brand new studio Disc 2 Games, Nadia and her teams are dedicated to creating unforgettable gaming experiences that captivate players worldwide.