Xsolla, a global game commerce firm, has appointed Cathleen Nilson as its new chief financial officer. Nilson joins Xsolla after serving a year at Kami Vision, a software-as-a-service AI company. She has also contributed her expertise to notable technology and game firms such as Samsung, Turing, and Electronic Arts (EA).
Nilson will join the leadership team alongside founder Aleksandr Agapitov, who also serves as CEO, and president David Seltzer. Agapitov expressed his confidence in Nilson’s appointment, stating, “Her extensive experience and proven track record in driving financial growth and operational excellence align perfectly with our mission to support developers and publishers worldwide in achieving their goals. We are confident that Cathleen will play a pivotal role in our continued expansion and innovation in the gaming industry.”
Xsolla, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is broadening its global footprint.
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The company’s Greater China Region office is set to facilitate new programs and partnerships, providing support for marketing, game development, and monetization strategies. Nilson brings over a decade of finance executive experience from iconic brands in the technology and gaming industries.
Her expertise spans corporate finance, strategic financial planning, operations, and leading strategies during both building and growth stages. Nilson expressed her enthusiasm for joining Xsolla, stating, “I am thrilled to join such a dynamic and forward-thinking company. Xsolla’s commitment to empowering game developers and publishers is truly inspiring.
I look forward to working with the leadership team to further build on the company’s ongoing success and growth to advance the company’s mission to innovate and increase access across the gaming ecosystem.”
With Nilson’s appointment, Xsolla is poised to strengthen its financial strategy and continue its growth in the global video game commerce market.
