Jens von Bahr

Net Worth

$1.161B

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Jens von Bahr is a Swedish entrepreneur and investor, best known as the co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Evolution AB, a leading provider of live casino solutions. With a current estimated net worth of $1.1 billion, von Bahr's wealth stems primarily from his pioneering work in the gambling products industry. His career includes serving as CEO of Oriflame Sri Lanka and founding several entrepreneurial ventures. His achievements include leading Evolution Gaming's expansion, providing services to over 700 customers across 21 countries. He has also served as a board member in other companies. Von Bahr's vision helped close a deal to create an online casino powerhouse.

The Full Dossier

Early Life

Jens von Bahr was born in 1971. Before starting his career in the gaming industry, he served as the CEO of Oriflame Sri Lanka, a subsidiary of the Swiss-Swedish beauty company Oriflame.

Rise to Success

Von Bahr co-founded Evolution Gaming in 2006 with Fredrik Österberg. The company specializes in providing live-streamed casino games to online gambling operators. Under his leadership, Evolution Gaming expanded its services to over 700 customers across 21 countries, with live-casino studios in nine countries, including the United States. Von Bahr served as CEO of Evolution Gaming until 2016 and is now the Chairman of the Board.

Key Business Strategies

A key strategy for von Bahr and Evolution Gaming was worldwide expansion and closing a deal with NetEnt to create an online casino powerhouse. They focused on being the first to enter regulated markets, such as Italy, to gain a competitive advantage.

Philanthropy

Specific amounts of philanthropy are not available from the search results.

Career Timeline

2015

Evolution Gaming went public

Evolution Gaming went public in Stockholm.

2016

Stepped down as CEO of Evolution Gaming

Transitioned from the role of CEO to Chairman of the Board at Evolution Gaming.

2006

Co-founded Evolution Gaming

Co-founded Evolution Gaming, a provider of live casino solutions for online gambling operators.