Mika Sarimo

Mika Sarimo has extensive work experience in various industries and positions. Mika is currently serving as the Head of Marketing Operations at HMD Global since October 2018. Prior to this, they worked as a Client Partner at Hyper Island, starting in May 2018.

Mika has also founded and acted as CEO at two companies simultaneously: Sarimo Ventures and Wise & Sally. Sarimo Ventures, founded in April 2015, focuses on strategic marketing consultancy and redirecting organizations as an Interim Executive. Wise & Sally, founded in the same month and year, is a strategic marketing consultancy dedicated to revitalizing businesses and creating new ones.

Before their entrepreneurial ventures, Mika held several senior positions at Fazer, including SVP and Head of Products & Brands in the Confectionery business area and VP of Marketing & Product Development in the Bakery & Confectionery business area.

Earlier in their career, Mika served as the CEO and Senior Marketing Advisor at Marketing Clinic, CEO and Partner at Bob Helsinki, and CEO at Viherjuuri/Evia. Mika started their professional journey at Nokia, where they held the roles of Area Sales Director and Director of Consumer Marketing Communications & Sponsoring.

Throughout their career, Mika Sarimo has gained valuable experience in marketing, product development, sales, and executive leadership.

Mika Sarimo's education history includes the following:

- In 2016, Mika attended Hyper Island, where they studied Digital Strategy for one year.

- In 2013, Mika enrolled in IMD and completed the Navigator program in Organizational Leadership, finishing in 2014.

- From 1991 to 1994, Mika attended the Institute of Marketing in Helsinki. Mika pursued a degree in Marketing Management, earning both MKT and MJD degrees.

- Mika's education journey began in 1988 when they attended Lahti Business College. Mika obtained a Vocational Qualification in Business and Administration, which they completed in 1990.