Our Story

Founding Ria is both a professional mission and a heartfelt calling: creating a solution that doesn't just optimize processes but enriches human connection across generations. Claudia brings over 25 years of experience in strategy consulting, where she led complex projects in digitalization and transformation. After decades of helping organisations to shape their digital future, she felt a personal pull to build something meaningful herself. As CEO and Sales Lead Claudia is the driving force behind Ria's vision and its path into the hands of families.

Thomas is an experienced IT architect with a passion for translating business needs into solid technical solutions. At Ria, he ensures that every system decision supports both performance and the bigger vision of Ria. He’s passionate about building technology that feels invisible - stable, secure, and easy to use - so that families can focus on what matters: their stories and relationships.

With a background in innovation and IT application management, Maria knows how to balance ambitious ideas with pragmatic execution. Maria thrives at the intersection of people, processes and technology, always asking how a feature can spark real joy and usability for families. Working on Ria allows her to bring fresh perspective and deep focus: ensuring the product not only works flawlessly, but also grows with the needs of its community.

McElory is passionate about creating value through responsible, data-driven AI solutions. As a qualified computer engineer, mathematician, and data scientist, he has explored countless ways AI can solve real-world business challenges. Driven by a belief that technology can make the world a better place, McElory has dedicated his career to helping others harness AI for a more sustainable future. With his visionary mindset and technical expertise, he brings the intelligence behind Ria to life.

Johan is a seasoned expert in artificial intelligence strategy and implementation. With a deep understanding of both technology and people, he ensures that every AI solution truly resonates with its target users. His people-oriented mindset bridges the gap between innovation and empathy - making sure the technology not only works but works for the people it's designed to serve.

As one of the data engineers bringing Ria to life, Werner makes sure that Ria stays focused on life stories and supporting the user in day-to-day situations.