Rickard Vikström

Rickard Vikström is the Founder and CEO of Internet Vikings, a company in the cybersecurity industry.3 He has extensive experience in various leadership roles, particularly in the non-profit sector.

From 2017 to 2023, Vikström worked with The Life You Can Save, a charity founded by philosopher Peter Singer. He started as a volunteer and progressed to become the CEO and a board member. During his tenure, the organization significantly increased donations to recommended charities, growing from $3.6M in 2017 to $18M in 2022.1

Vikström has also held several positions at UNICEF, including:

• Head of Fundraising at UNICEF India (2015-2016)
• Head of Fundraising & Partnerships at UNICEF Thailand (2015)
• Strategic Partnerships Specialist at UNICEF in Geneva (2012-2013)
• Marketing Manager and Fundraising Officer at UNICEF Australia (2007-2011)1

His educational background includes studies at the University of Technology Sydney and Strömbacka Gymnasium.1

Recently, Vikström has been active in industry events, with plans to attend a gathering in New York2 and participating in ICE (likely an industry conference) in January 2025.3