Riku Malkki

Riku Malkki is a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in HR tech, SaaS, and recruitment, specializing in optimizing organizational performance for startup companies.

Riku has a hybrid role that combines technical and commercial expertise, focusing on creating value for customers, partners, and employees while transforming the recruitment industry.

With a strong track record of growing companies by 3-5x, signing over 250 customers including big names like Netflix & Uber, negotiating international partnerships, and expanding into new markets, Riku has proven his ability to lead and drive business growth.

His responsibilities have included product vision and roadmap development, consultative sales, SaaS KPIs, product and sales strategies, market education, and team management, showcasing his diverse skill set and expertise in various areas of business.

Riku Malkki is a result-driven problem solver, a lean doer, and a collaborative leader, known for his ability to react promptly to situations and consistently outshine the competition.

Educationally, Riku has studied Information Systems Management, Business Information Technology, and Computer Information Systems at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences and Towson University.

He also holds a degree in Medialiiketoiminta ja konseptisuunnittelu from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences.

Throughout his career, Riku has held key positions in reputable organizations such as TabacFree, TalentAdore, RecRight, and LAURA Rekrytointi Oy, gaining valuable experience in various roles from Chief Operating Officer to Web Application Developer at companies across the industry.