Professor Ph.D, is one of the founders of Finnish venture capital and one of Europe’s leading technology experts. Prior to joining CIM as Chairman, Jorma was Director General of Research at the European Commission.
Jorma’s long career includes heading the Finnish National Fund for Research and Development (SITRA), Dean of Helsinki University of Technology, and visiting scientist at CERN, Geneva. At SITRA Jorma made numerous private placements in Finnish and international technology companies, several of which were successfully floated.
Jorma’s numerous honors include a Fullbright Fellowship, an Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship, and Chevakier dans l’ordre des Palmes Acedemiques, France. Jorma holds a Ph.D and several honorary doctorates.
Language skills: English, Swedish, German, French.
At CIM Jorma’s responsibilities include strategic development and investment evaluation (especially on technology related issues).
