Kristina Björknäs

Kristina Björknäs currently serves as a Patent Examiner at the Finnish Patent and Registration Office, specializing in the examination of patent applications in optics since April 2018. In addition to this role, Kristina has been the CEO of Quiske since December 2015, focusing on improving rowing techniques through data analytics and virtual coaching. Previous experience includes positions at Microsoft as a Senior Experience Marketing Manager, Nokia in various roles including Technology Marketing Manager and Portfolio Manager, and research positions at Sharp Laboratories of Europe, Canon, and CERN. Kristina holds a PhD in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford and has furthered education in climate expertise and intellectual property rights.