Nina Laakko

Nina Laakko is an experienced professional with a focus on process development and portfolio management in the airline and retail sectors. Currently serving as the Director of People Operations Development and Analytics and VP of Compensation and Benefits at Finnair, Laakko oversees incentive plans, company benefits, and process simplification. Laakko has held various leadership roles at Finnair, including Head of Commercial Processes and Process Office Lead, emphasizing internal efficiency and on-time performance. Prior experience at Kesko includes directing strategy processes and project portfolio management within the Building and Technical Trade division. Laakko’s background also encompasses project management and process development in aviation and retail, with an educational foundation in Chemical Engineering from LUT University.