About us
At Adalyon, we turn complex data into clear, actionable insights. Our team consists of leading experts in behavioural and organisational science, AI & machine learning engineering, and NLP & computational linguistics. We are at the forefront of creating innovative solutions that help businesses and organisations understand, analyze, and leverage human behaviour through data.
The team behind Adalyon
Dr. Katarina Cantell
Founder & CEO
Katarina founded Adalyon to help teams build more socially sustainable work cultures. Katarina has worked for 18+ years in IT services and health in B2B and B2C sectors. Her academic background is in behavioural sciences and information systems from the University of Oulu and Stanford University. Prior to Adalyon, Katarina worked several years in workplace health and wellbeing.
Riko Nyberg
Chief Technology Officer
Riko is one of the world-leading experts developing NLP-based AI systems. He holds a MSc degree in Data Science and Machine Learning. Riko has previously worked at Apple, engineering Siri speech solutions, built the AI team at Vainu, and engineered digital solutions for SLUSH. He has also worked at the Stanford University Peace Innovation Lab. Riko is a tech-team lead with full-stack experience and emphasis on backend, AI/ML, and NLP.
Marcel Verboom
Interim CCO
Marcel is Adalyon's commercial advisor with background leading Google’s VC and Private Equity partnerships in Northern Europe. He brings along 15+ years of experience in Sales, Business Development, Partnerships, Growth Marketing, and International Expansions. He has a drive for developing high performing teams, combined with a deep affinity for meaningful new technologies and data.
Dr. Krista Kauppi
Chief Operating Officer
Krista has worked in multiple startups and growth companies with broad experience in digital business, strategic development, product management, and commercialisation. Krista is developing our core operations for growth, also focusing on the product roadmap for executing our vision. She holds a MSc in both Engineering and Health Science and is now working on her PhD at the University of Helsinki on the concept of wellness.
Herman Smith
Chief Architect
With over 20 years of experience in building scalable, fault-tolerant solutions, Herman is a Cloud Software Architect and Engineer. He has contributed to the success of several Mobile, Web3, Fintech, and Behaviour Tech startups. In both his professional and personal life, he embraces the Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement. Herman is particularly interested in disruptive technologies and how they can be leveraged for positive impact.
Darja Husu
Customer Success Manager
Darja is a Behavioural Scientist and Customer Success Manager. Darja holds a Master's degree in Social Sciences from the University of Helsinki, specialising in business anthropology and organisational psychology. She is also working on service and product development. Darja’s character is a unique combination of fearless ambition and authentic humanity.
Anna Salmela
Data Engineer
Anna works with data analytics and AI development. She is passionate about NLP and machine learning with solid hands-on experience in working with language and text data. Anna holds a Masters’ degree in Digital Language Studies from the University of Turku, with her second degree in Computer Science on it’s way. She is a problem-solver aspiring to make a difference for human wellbeing.
Dr. Kane Bidwell
Advisor, Organisational Psychology, Director of Psychology at Egon Zehnder
Kane is the Director of Psychology at Egon Zehnder, a global leadership advisory and executive recruitment firm. He has a background in organisational psychology and enjoys creating new solutions combining AI and organisational psychology. Kane has extensive, international experience in organisational development, leadership assessments, and radar on the international HR tech market.