Ari Backholm

Ari Backholm serves as the Chief Technology Officer at SEVEN Networks, leading initiatives that leverage research, analytics, and machine learning to create impactful products in the mobile internet arena. Backholm has held various critical roles at SEVEN, including Vice President of Market Development and Analytics, where significant revenue growth was achieved through strategic analytics and consumer insights. Additionally, Backholm has been an advisor at AlphaSense, a board member at Fluentic, and previously held positions with JoikuSoft and Smartner Information Systems, demonstrating a strong background in technology innovation and business transformation. Educational credentials include a completed coursework for a PhD and an M.Sc. in Strategy and International Business from Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan.