Mikko Saastamoinen

Mikko Saastamoinen's work experience includes various roles in different companies. Starting in 2003, they worked as a Project Engineer at UPM-Kymmene Oyj until 2006. In 2007, they joined Abloy Oy and served as a Strategic Buyer, responsible for purchasing various materials until 2009. Mikko then became a Project Manager, overseeing the closure of a factory and the transfer of operations to another location. From 2011 to 2014, they held the position of Production Manager for the Architectural Hardware Business Unit, and from 2014 to 2015, they served as the Production Manager for Network Solutions. From 2015 to 2019, they held the role of COO and Vice President Operations, overseeing various functions within the company. Throughout their career, they have been responsible for production, procurement, logistics, planning, safety, security, sustainability, facility management, quality, and management systems.

Mikko Saastamoinen completed their Executive MBA from Hanken & SSE Executive Education between 2023 and 2025. Prior to that, they obtained their Master of Science degree in Industrial engineering and management from LUT University, where they studied from 1999 to 2004. In 2002, they briefly attended Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, although the specific degree and field of study are unknown.