Jani Laitasalo Kekkonen

Jani Laitasalo Kekkonen has extensive work experience in various leadership roles in the technology and design industry. Jani has worked as the Head of Operations at HiQ Finland, where they were responsible for managing software development, design, and managed services. Jani also served as the Head of Operations at Lamia, a digital growth partner company under the HiQ family. In addition, Jani has worked as the Head of Operations at Great Apes, a collective focusing on immersive interactive experiences.

Jani has held advisory roles as well, including being an Advisor to the Board at Sivututka, a fast-growing WordPress agency, where they provided guidance to increase the company's value. Jani also served as the Director of Consulting Services at Valtti, a company dedicated to simplifying technology overload.

Furthermore, Jani has held executive positions such as Business Director at Digitalist Group & Network and Managing Partner, Finland at Manyone, a strategic design consultancy. Jani was responsible for the full operations and profit/loss of Manyone's operations in Finland.

Prior to these roles, Jani served as the CEO of Creuna, a leading Customer Experience Agency in the Nordic region, where they led a team of over 350 consultants in developing digital solutions. Jani also briefly served as the CEO of Digitaalinen Mainostoimisto Byroo.

Jani's earlier experience includes working at Tieto, where they held the positions of Director of Digital Service Design and Senior Consultant. In these roles, they were responsible for leading and managing teams in digital business development projects, service design, and concept design.

Overall, Jani Laitasalo Kekkonen has a strong background in operations, technology, design, and business development, with a focus on enhancing customer experiences and driving digital transformation.

Jani Laitasalo Kekkonen's education history includes several achievements. In 1995, they began studying Business Administration at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, where they completed their studies in 2000. During this time, they also pursued a degree in Work and organization psychology at the University of Eastern Finland, although the specific degree obtained is not mentioned.

Later on, in 2008, Jani received an Executive Education Diploma from the Stockholm School of Economics, specializing in IFL Executive Education.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Jani has obtained certifications in other areas. In October 2015, they became an EFR Instructor through Emergency First Response, followed by becoming a PADI IDC Staff Instructor in November 2016, certified by PADI.