High energy multitasker in the world of growth companies.
Born in Helsinki 22 May 1960. Graduated in Finland in -86, worked in Finland, Holland (94), UK (97-00), and in the USA Silicon Valley (01-05) developing international business opportunities for technology growth companies. Special interest in the companies in ICT and media industry, focus on AI too. Have been involved directly with more than 200 firms in their international expansion.
Professional experience:
Extensive experience in international technology business. Prior to Accelerando and Partner Up Ltd., Finpro career in USA and UK. Co-founding Accelerando, SeriousAds, WCL Wireless Commerce Ltd. (in the UK), and WS Wireless Services Oy (in Finland). Partner and investor in 15 companies. Worked over 13 years in project, product and unit management at Nokia and in Sales, Partner and Marketing management of TeamWARE Group.
Master of Science degree in Economics (speciality in ICT) and a PD degree (International Marketing Management).
Specialties: digitalisation, AI, market entry strategies, partnering, funding, m&a, wireless and mobile businesses, Finnish and International ICT sectors, commercialisation of the idea or product, biz. globalisation, growth strategies, management, leadership