Heikki Hannula

Heikki Hannula currently serves as Chief Funding Adviser at Business Finland, where responsibilities include providing funding services for startup and deep tech companies. Previously, in various roles at Business Finland, Heikki specialized in supporting Finnish startups and innovative companies, focusing on those seeking rapid international growth. Before joining Business Finland, Heikki held a Chief Adviser position at Tekes, concentrating on innovation and growth funding for startups. Earlier career experiences include a Secondment position at Finnvera Oyj, Product Manager at Vaisala, and Research Scientist at VTT, where Heikki contributed to the design and management of scientific instruments for space missions. Heikki holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan.