Ilkka Paananen - Age, Family, Bio
Victoria Simmons
Updated on February 15, 2026
Most well known as the co-founder and CEO of the video game company Supercell. The Finnish mobile game company has become known for producing Hay Day, Clash of Clans, and Clash Royale.
Before Fame
He worked as an executive for a number of businesses before founding Supercell including Digital Chocolate and Sumea.
Trivia
Outside his own entrepreneurial exploits, he has been a coach for the venture accelerator program Aalto Venture Garage.
Family Life
He is a native of Helsinki, Finland.
Associated With
Both he and Carl Manneh are the CEOs of successful game companies.
