Ari Kananen

Ari Kananen is a highly experienced Principal Project Manager at Microsoft since August 2022, focusing on impactful AI Business Applications projects across EMEA. Previously, Ari held significant roles at CGI and Brella, where valuable contributions included leading multi-million EUR projects and investing in innovative networking software, respectively. Other notable positions include Senior Consultant at GIFUTECH, Head of Sector Business Partnerships at the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi, and a series of senior roles at Philips and Nokia, primarily centered on business transformation and project management. Ari co-founded SANTACO FZC and served as Chairman of the Board for HDP Films Oy, demonstrating diverse leadership capacities. The educational background includes a Master of Science in E-Commerce from the University of Jyväskylä.