Teemu Rannikko

Teemu Rannikko currently serves as the Director of Automation Platform R&D at Valmet, leading a team of nearly 200 R&D developers focused on Valmet DNA and Industrial Applications, encompassing software and hardware development. Previous roles at Valmet include Head of Global Supply and Software Supply Center, where responsibilities included strategic and operational development of the global supply chain, as well as ensuring the efficient delivery of industrial applications. Rannikko's extensive experience in engineering and supply chain management also includes positions at Metso Automation Limited, where leadership in global engineering functions and project engineering was exemplified. Rannikko holds a Master of Engineering in Strategic Leadership of Technology-based Business and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Automation Engineering Technology.