Michael Schmalz, President
Digital Extremes

In 2008, Michael Schmalz became the president of Digital Extremes, a London Ontario based software developer for Xbox360, Playstation3 and PCs. Prior to that, he held the position of Chief Financial Officer for four years. 

During that time, Michael has been responsible for various business development activities including working with government and other game industry leaders to develop programs to help promote the video game industry and helping the company manage its growth and internal transformation to a “next-gen” company.

Prior to joining Digital Extremes, Michael worked as a consulting engineering for a firm he helped to establish in 1999.  He is also a co-founder of the Achimota Centre for Children with Autism, a charitable organization that provides specialized treatment for autistic children. 

He holds graduate degrees in engineering science, business administration and digital media.  He is a Certified Management Accountant and a Licensed Professional Engineer, a member of the Game Developers Association of Ontario and a Director for Interactive Ontario.  He is married to Julia and has two children, Rachel and Jacob, ages 9 and 11.