Antti Riikonen appointed as CEO of Monad

Written by Karri Harju
Julkaistu

Monad Ltd has appointed Antti Riikonen, M.Sc. (Tech), as the CEO effective from December 23, 2022. Riikonen previously held the position of Director of Business Development at the company. Prior to this appointment, Monad Ltd did not have a CEO, and the operational activities were overseen by the company’s board.

Antti Riikonen has been working at Monad since November 2021 when he started as the Director of Business Development. The appointment of CEO aims to clarify the division of responsibilities between the board and the new role. Riikonen brings extensive experience in software business development and shaping corporate culture. Before joining Monad, he has worked at companies such as Huld and Bitwise.

– Antti Riikonen’s appointment is a natural step in Monad’s five-year journey. It will streamline the company’s administrative operations and clarify operational responsibilities, allowing the board to focus more strongly on the company’s strategy and its implementation, says founder and shareholder Mikael von Bonsdorff.

– During the past year, I have gained a clear understanding of Monad’s business, and together, we have laid the foundation for a people-centric work community. We will continue to build the best work environment for professionals who take pride in their work and strive for personal development in the field of digital solutions. Our goal is to be recognized as a software company known for sustainable software development in Pirkanmaa and nationwide, says CEO Antti Riikonen.

Monad is a software company based in Tampere, Finland, specializing in the creation of user-centered, long-lasting, and easily scalable digital solutions. The company provides software solutions for various sectors, including healthcare, industry, and machinery systems. Monad’s clients include The Qt Company, Valmet, Glaston, Novatron, Also, and Mylab, among others.