Fundraising FoxThe LUT University Mafia
12 people studied at LUT University and went on to found or lead other companies.
Alexander SmirnovDoctor of ScienceFounded SpinDriveJanne HeikkinenPhD (Tech)Founded SpinDriveNikita UzhegovMaster of ScienceFounded SpinDriveMaxim VinogradovBusiness Administration and ManagementFounded RealwebIlkka LaurilaM.Sc.Founded TaaleriTapio TolvanenMaster’s DegreeFounded BetterdoctorJari NurminenMaster of ScienceFounded SegronMikko Kesti-Founded LoupedeckFlorian FeuerInternational Business and Technology Management ProgramFounded InnoloftPasi PiitulainenMaster of Science (M.Sc.)Founded Psyon GamesAntti R. LeskinenProduction EconomicsFounded AplSamu LehtonenBachelor of Science (Technology) – B.Sc. (Tech.)Founded Marginum
Frequently asked questions
- What is the LUT University mafia?
- The LUT University mafia is the network of 12 people who studied at LUT University and went on to found or lead other companies, including SpinDrive, Realweb, Taaleri, Betterdoctor, Segron.
- Who is in the LUT University mafia?
- Notable members include Alexander Smirnov (SpinDrive), Janne Heikkinen (SpinDrive), Nikita Uzhegov (SpinDrive), Maxim Vinogradov (Realweb), Ilkka Laurila (Taaleri), Tapio Tolvanen (Betterdoctor), Jari Nurminen (Segron), Mikko Kesti (Loupedeck), among 12 tracked members.
- What companies did LUT University alumni found?
- Companies founded by LUT University alumni include SpinDrive, Realweb, Taaleri, Betterdoctor, Segron, Loupedeck, Innoloft, Psyon Games, Apl, Marginum.