Paavo Johannes Räisänen

Paavo Räisänen is a seasoned professional in the venture capital and technology sectors, serving as a Partner at Maki.vc since January 2018, focusing on seed-stage investments in deep tech and brand-driven companies. As Investment Director and Chairperson at Strise, Räisänen leads initiatives against financial crime with innovative AI-driven solutions. Involvement as a Board Member includes strategic roles at companies such as Onego Bio, Zevoy, and Volare Solutions, which emphasize deep tech and sustainability. Additionally, board positions at Databutton, EverDye, and QDI Systems showcase expertise in emerging technologies and industrial applications. Räisänen holds a Master of Science (Technology) and a Bachelor of Science (Technology) with distinction and honours from Aalto University.