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Kristian Nylén

Co-Founder & Board Member · Kambi Group
Based: Malta In role since: 2010
In short

Co-founder of Kambi, the leading B2B sportsbook supplier, which he led as CEO from 2010 until 2024.

About Kristian Nylén

Kristian Nylén co-founded Kambi with Anders Ström in 2010 and led it as Chief Executive Officer, building it into the industry's leading independent B2B sportsbook supplier serving operators worldwide. He stepped down as CEO in January 2024 while remaining on the board.

Current role & focus

Nylén remains a board member and shareholder of Kambi after a 14-year run as its founding CEO.

Background & history

Kristian Nylén co-founded Kambi with Anders Ström in 2010, spinning the sportsbook technology out of Unibet, and led it as Chief Executive Officer through its growth into the leading independent B2B sportsbook supplier and its listing on Nasdaq First North. He announced his intention to step down as CEO in 2023 and left the role in January 2024 to spend more time with his family, remaining on the board of directors.

Frequently asked

Co-founder of Kambi, the leading B2B sportsbook supplier, which he led as CEO from 2010 until 2024.

Kristian Nylén is Co-Founder & Board Member at Kambi Group.

Kristian Nylén works in the Platforms sector, with a Global focus.

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