Kristian Ranta
About
Kristian Ranta is from San Mateo, California, United States. Kristian is currently Co-Founder at SILTA. Kristian also works as Contributor at Forbes, a job Kristian has held since Nov 2018. Another title Kristian currently holds is CEO, Founder at Meru Health. In Kristian's previous role as a Visiting Lecturer at Aalto University / University of Helsinki / University of Turku, Kristian worked in until Aug 2026. Prior to joining Aalto University / University of Helsinki / University of Turku, Kristian was a CEO, Co-Founder at Mendor and held the position of CEO, Co-Founder. Prior to that, Kristian was a VP, Business Development, Co-Founder at Mendor from Jun 2007 to Oct 2010. Kristian started working as Board Member at Mendor in Helsinki in Feb 2006. From Mar 2005 to Mar 2010, Kristian was Board Member at Nsound Oy, based in Helsinki. Prior to that, Kristian was a System Administrator at CRF Health from Apr 2005 to May 2007.
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Kristian Ranta's current jobs
SILTA is a program that connects entrepreneurs with the opportunities of Silicon Valley. More info about the program can be found from www.siltahouse.com.
My latest article: https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2026/06/23/a-case-for-prioritizing-lifestyle-medicine-in-americas-mental-healthcare-system/
Meru Health is an online holistic mental health provider.
Kristian Ranta's past jobs
I've been a visiting lecturer over the years at Aalto University, University of Helsinki and University of Turku. Courses that I've contributed are related to e.g. Entrepreneurial Leadership, New Venture Development and Medical Device Development & Innovation.
Various IT-projects, system administration and project management.