Martin Carlesund is the Group Chief Executive Officer of Evolution AB, the world‑leading B2B provider of live casino and online gaming solutions. He joined Evolution in June 2015 as CEO of Evolution Malta and was promoted to Group CEO in 2016. Under his leadership, Evolution transformed from a live‑casino specialist into a full‑spectrum iGaming powerhouse through strategic acquisitions, including NetEnt, Big Time Gaming, NoLimit City, and (pending closure) Galaxy Gaming. The company reported record revenues of €2.21 billion and net profit of €1.24 billion in 2024.
Before joining Evolution, Carlesund served as CEO of HighLight Media Group Ltd, a leading gaming affiliate, and earlier as CEO of Eniro Sweden and Eniro Finland. He also serves as Chairman of Carlesund Investments & Consulting AB and Sandstjärna, reflecting his ongoing involvement in investment and advisory activities. His career spans both gaming and media, with a strong focus on operational leadership and strategic growth.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Evolution | CEO, Evolution Malta | 2015-01-01 – 2016-01-01 |
| Evolution | Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | – present |