Kari Klossner

Kari Klossner has a diverse and extensive work experience. Kari is currently working at Business Finland, where they are the Head of Data Economy Program. In this role, they focus on promoting the use and sharing of data in business networks to drive innovation and success. Kari is also the Head of Smart Life Finland Program at Business Finland, where they facilitate the digital revolution in health and well-being.

Prior to their current position, Kari worked at Siemens Healthineers as a Sales Manager, responsible for sales and marketing of laboratory diagnostics and point of care instruments and reagents in Finland.

Kari also has a long history with PerkinElmer, Inc. Kari held several leadership positions including Director of Service Business & Technical Support, Director of Sales & Market Development, Global Business Director of Informatics and Instrumentation, Global Manager of Genetic Screening Software Services, and Manager of Genetic Screening Software Services/USA Team. In these roles, they were responsible for various aspects of sales, marketing, business development, and managing customer service in Europe and globally.

Overall, Kari Klossner's work experience showcases their expertise in the fields of data economy, health and well-being, laboratory diagnostics, and informatics.

Kari Klossner's education history includes obtaining an Executive MBA from the Turku School of Economics at the University of Turku from 2012 to 2015. During the program, Kari also participated in a foreign study week at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, where they studied economics, CSR, marketing, logistics, and culture. In 2012, Kari attended the Texas McCombs School of Business, and in 2006, they attended Babson College. Kari also holds a M.Sc. degree in Information Technology from the University of Turku. Additionally, Kari has obtained certifications such as HHJ -kurssi from HHJ - Hyväksytty hallituksen jäsen in 2023, Developing Executive Presence from LinkedIn in 2019, and Professional Alpine Ski Instructor from Suomen Hiihdonopettajat ry / Finnish National Association of Snowsport Instructors in 2018.