Kiira Kärkkäinen

Kiira Kärkkäinen is a Senior Advisor at Business Finland since March 2020, focusing on funding and financing for innovation and sustainable business in emerging and developing markets. Prior experience includes serving as Project Director at FCG Finnish Consulting Group from August 2013 to February 2020, directing sales and marketing efforts for sustainable international opportunities in the education, skills, and innovation sectors. Previously, Kiira acted as an Analyst at the OECD from May 2008 to April 2013, assisting member countries in shaping education and innovation policies. Additional roles include Co-Desk Officer at the European Commission and Professional at UNESCO, alongside various consulting positions from 2004 to 2007. Kiira holds a Master of International Affairs from Sciences Po and a Bachelor of Social Sciences from the University of Helsinki, with ongoing studies towards a Doctor of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management at Aalto University.