Riku Lindholm
About Riku Lindholm
Riku Lindholm is the COO and Co-Founder of Meru Health, a digital clinic focused on mental health solutions. He has a background in business development and marketing, with previous roles at Open Ocean Capital and Mendor, and holds a Master of Science from Aalto University.
Work at Meru Health
Riku Lindholm serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Meru Health, a digital clinic established in 2015. He has played a significant role in establishing the company's presence in the San Francisco Bay Area. Meru Health focuses on integrating technology with evidence-based therapy to address mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and burnout. The clinic's program includes features like anonymous peer support and daily guidance from licensed clinicians, aiming to set a new standard in mental healthcare.
Previous Experience
Before co-founding Meru Health, Riku Lindholm held various positions that contributed to his expertise in business development and marketing. He worked as a New Business Analyst at Open Ocean Capital from 2013 to 2015 in Helsinki. Prior to that, he was involved with Mendor in multiple roles, including Marketing and Business Development for eight months in 2013 and Marketing from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he served as a Marketing & Sales Intern at Mendor in 2012 and was a Team Member at Aalto Entrepreneurship Society in 2011.
Education and Expertise
Riku Lindholm holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Information Technology and Industrial Management from Aalto University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Energy Technology and Industrial Engineering and Management from Aalto University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. His educational background includes exchange studies in Management Science at the National University of Singapore in 2013 and participation in Y Combinator's S18 program in 2018.
Involvement in Aalto Entrepreneurship Society
Riku Lindholm was actively involved in the Aalto Entrepreneurship Society, where he served as a Board Member from 2012 to 2013 and as a Team Member in 2011. His participation in this organization reflects his commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation within the academic community.