Martin Walfisz
CEO
Background and education:
Software engineer and honorary doctorate at Blekinge University of Technology. Martin Walfisz has been active as an entrepreneur, company manager and investor in the gaming industry for over twenty-five years. In 1997, he founded Massive Entertainment (now part of Ubisoft), where he was CEO until 2009. Since then, Martin has held senior positions and board assignments in a number of game companies, as well as building up the game investment business Nordisk Games for the media group Egmont. He is also the founder of the industry association for Swedish game developers, and was its first chairman..
Selection of other assignments:
Chairman of the board of Multiscription Holding ApS. Board member of Cross Reality International AB and Game Habitat Southern Sweden AB.
Jennie Wilund
Executive Vice President of Operations
Background and education
Jennie is educated at KTH (Royal Institute of Technology) in Stockholm, Sweden. She has extensive experience and skillset from leadership positions in the games industry for more than fifteen years, ranging from mobile games to AAA titles, and includes working in executive positions at renowned companies such as Toca Boca, Avalanche Studios and Glorious Games Group (formerly Stardoll). Jennie also has experience from sitting on the Board of Directors for companies within and outside of the gaming industry.
Mikael Falkner
CFO
Background and education:
Mikael Falkner holds a degree in business administration and boasts over 15 years of experience in economics. He has significant expertise from leading finance roles within major publicly traded companies. Previously, Mikael served as Finance Manager for Eastern Europe at Axis Communications, a former publicly listed company, before transitioning to Duni Group. At Duni Group, he held the positions of Business Area Controller and subsequently Director FP&A and Controlling.
Kathrin Strangfeld
EVP of Publishing
Background and Education
With a background rooted in International Business, Kathrin obtained a dual degree from Universidad de Belgrano in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Aalen University in Germany. Her academic pursuits provided a comprehensive understanding of global business dynamics, laying a solid foundation for her professional journey.
Throughout her career, she has gained valuable experience across various industries, including Marketing, Logistics, Business Intelligence Consulting, and Electronics. In 2008, she transitioned into the video games industry, joining PlayStation regional headquarters in London. Her tenure at PlayStation saw her hold several senior roles in Business Development and Corporate Strategy, showcasing her adaptability and expertise across diverse sectors.
Her educational background and multifaceted professional experiences reflect a versatile skill set, poised to navigate the complexities of the evolving global business landscape.
Maria Pihlgren
Interim Group Executive Manager People & Culture
Maria has over 20 years of experience in HR and organisational development, in which she has led change management initiatives and strategic projects. She has held senior HR roles at Viaplay Group, Cevian Capital, and BioLamina, supporting international teams through organizational changes and cultural transformations. As CEO of The Rightsizing Agency, Maria assists boards and executive teams with HR and organisational development. Throughout her years as a consultant, Maria has worked across various industries, primarily in tech.
Education and Certifications:
Behavioral Scientist from Stockholm University, Certified Executive Coach, MBA in Leadership & Management. Certified in leadership and organisational development through Novare.