Risto Lähdesmäki

Risto Lähdesmäki is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with extensive experience in product management, investment, and design consultancy. Currently serving as Chief Product Officer at Sora Schools since January 2022, Lähdesmäki also holds the position of Managing Director at Eunoia Capital Partners, LLC, and has been a Partner at Boardman Oy since January 2008. As a Fellow at On Deck, participation in the ODA3 Angel Fellowship illustrates a commitment to supporting early-stage growth and innovation. Lähdesmäki's previous roles include Executive Vice President at Capgemini and CEO and Co-founder of Idean Inc., a global design firm acquired by Capgemini in 2017. Additionally, Lähdesmäki has contributed to the Nordic Business Forum as a Board Member since March 2019. Lähdesmäki holds a degree from the University of Jyväskylä, graduated in 1996.