Bluberi Appoints David Bollesen to Lead Its US Game Development Studios
United States.- 22 October 2026 | www.zonadeazar.com Bluberi, the US-based gaming technology and content developer, has appointed David Bollesen as Senior Vice President of US Studios.
Announced on 20 October 2026, the appointment forms part of the company’s expansion strategy, following the recent doubling of its US game development operations.
Bollesen brings more than 20 years of experience in product development and studio leadership, with an international background spanning gaming and entertainment.
Four Studios Under One Leadership Structure
In his new position, Bollesen will oversee Bluberi’s creative and development teams across four US locations:
- Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Reno, Nevada.
- Austin, Texas.
- Atlanta, Georgia.
The company has recently expanded its US development structure to four studios.
The objective is to strengthen coordination between teams, improve production processes and maintain a consistent focus on game quality.
Bollesen will also be responsible for developing talent, mentoring future leaders and establishing a clear creative direction across the studios.
Previous Experience at Ainsworth and IGT
Before joining Bluberi, David Bollesen held senior executive positions at major international gaming companies.
His professional background includes:
- Ainsworth Game Technology: most recently served as Chief Product Officer.
- IGT: previously held the position of Vice President of Studios, Asia-Pacific.
- Video game industry: extensive experience in creative leadership and product management.
His career includes developing gaming content for North America, Latin America, Asia and Australia.
This international experience will contribute expertise in different player preferences, market requirements and content development strategies.
Executive Comments
Mike Brennan, Chief Product Officer at Bluberi, welcomed Bollesen’s appointment during a period of rapid growth for the company’s US studios.
He highlighted that Bluberi had nearly doubled its studio operations to four locations within a short period.
Brennan believes Bollesen’s experience will help the company balance efficient production with its commitment to quality-first, player-centric game development.
Meanwhile, David Bollesen expressed enthusiasm about joining a company investing in its people and expanding its creative capabilities.
He said he looks forward to working with the studio teams to develop Bluberi’s next generation of gaming content.
Technology Expansion and New Products
The appointment follows a significant expansion of Bluberi’s creative operations announced in August 2026.
The company introduced three new development initiatives:
- Blu Chip: a new Las Vegas-based game studio.
- Atlanta studio: led by industry veteran Ron Williams II.
- Dedicated iGaming studio: based in the Montreal area of Canada and led by Simon Papineau.
The expansion is designed to strengthen content development across both land-based casinos and online gaming.
Next Steps and Industry Impact
With Bollesen overseeing its US studios, Bluberi will continue strengthening its creative processes and increasing its capacity to develop new products.
The company aims to combine innovation, operational efficiency and talent development to support its international growth.
For the gaming industry, the appointment highlights the importance of experienced leadership and specialised development teams in responding to the demands of different markets.
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