Digital Chocolate has started 2012 off on a positive note, announcing two new members to the executive staff. The social developer has confirmed that a new studio general manager for the Helsinki location has been appointed, and that a new VP of product management would be joining the team.
Kaj Haggaman, from Nokia will be handling new general management of one of the studios, and will join in as a VP for the company. The new product manager, Emmi Kuusikko, comes from within the gaming industry with experience at Habbo Hotel operator Sulake.
Besides adding the new executive staff, Digital Chocolate gave an update to the company’s current portfolio. Both Zombie Lane and Army Attack have made strides in Facebook, prompting the company to promote Marko Lastikka to VP of regional sales from his former job as VP of production. Galaxy Life was also acknowledged as the top emerging game on Facebook by Inside Social Gaming late last year.
“We’re pleased that our strategy and progress have attracted such experienced and talented executives,” said Marc Metis, President of Digital Chocolate. “And it is a pleasure to promote our emerging leaders from within.”
Funding rounds were also completed for the company, securing a total of $12 million in equity capital financing for 2011. “It’s rewarding that we can attract and retain great people and are getting continued support from the financial community,” said Trip Hawkins, CEO. “We are now well-positioned to leverage industry trends and growth.”
