Rickard Forsman

CEO at Geras Solutions

Rickard Forsman has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and industries. Rickard is currently working as the CEO of Geras Solutions, a startup focused on improving the lives of those affected by cognitive disease. In this role, they oversee the company's mission to detect cognitive impairment early, provide risk reduction methods, and facilitate access to cutting-edge medication. Prior to this, Rickard served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Geras Solutions.

Before joining Geras Solutions, Rickard held a position at Novartis as a Global Project Manager. Rickard was responsible for leading strategy processes and managing project portfolios for Division Legal and Group. Their responsibilities included strengthening local organizations, driving digital development, designing new organizations, and managing transformations within the company.

Rickard also worked as a Management Consultant at Ernst & Young, where they provided analysis, advisory, and implementation support within the Performance Improvement department. Rickard held this position in both the Gothenburg and Zürich offices.

Furthermore, Rickard served as a board member at Chalmers University of Technology and AB Chalmers Studentkårs Företagsgrupp during their time there. Additionally, they co-founded Forsman & Werner HB, a company that operated from 2007 to 2011.

Overall, Rickard Forsman's work experience showcases their ability to lead, strategize, and make a positive impact in various industries and organizational contexts.

Rickard Forsman completed their education in a chronological order, starting from 2006. Rickard began their academic journey at Chalmers University of Technology from 2006 to 2009, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following this, they pursued their higher studies at the University of Gothenburg from 2008 to 2011, attaining a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Economics. Lastly, from 2009 to 2011, Rickard attended Chalmers University of Technology once again, this time completing their Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Business Design.

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Timeline

  • CEO

    April, 2020 - present

  • Chief Commercial Officer

    December, 2019