Jouko Pitkänen

Jouko Pitkänen is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in executive search, talent assessment, and leadership consulting. Currently serving as Managing Partner and Senior Partner at JFP Executive Search since August 2020, Jouko also leads the Consumer Market practice group at IIC Partners. In addition to these roles, Jouko holds positions as Chairman of the Board and President of the Finnish Figure Skating Association, Senior Advisor at 3J Partners Oy, and Visiting Lecturer at Aalto University Executive Education Ltd, focusing on career advisory courses. With a background as Managing Director at Birn + Partners and Stockmann, Jouko has a strong track record in advising public companies and private equity firms. Jouko holds an Executive MBA from Aalto University and is currently a Doctor of Business Administration candidate, researching business model transformations in the retail sector.

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Espoo, Finland

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JFP Executive Search

JFP Executive Search was established in 1979 and it is owned by its Finnish partners. Since 1979, the company has been serving its clients in executive and board searches as well as management audits. The company employs 10 professionals, who through their expertise are able to provide excellent know-how and thorough competence in various industries. The company's Advisory Board consists of four highly experienced business professionals. JFP Executive Search is a part of the international IIC Partners network. Through the network the company has an access to more than 30 countries worldwide. JFP Executive Search is a member of the Finnish Executive Search Firms'​ Association. The association is a voucher for class and thoroughness in the field of executive searches and managements audits. The Association works for high ethical standards and competency among its members. JFP Executive Search is specialized in seeking out talent for senior roles. With targeted executive search, we map qualified candidates who possess the right background for the given position, and we approach the candidates personally and discreetly. JFP Executive Search contributes substantially to the success of its clients with utmost confidentiality. In order to reflect the diversity of our clients, we have created an organisation with a well-balanced mixture of ages and genders. Executive Search is a cost-effective, proactive and flexible method of resourcing for senior and key specialist levels. We are committed to every search process - from timetable to a successful outcome. We have built a reputation for confidentiality and the highest ethical standards, treating every client and prospective candidate fairly, respectfully, and with discretion.


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Helsinki, Finland

Employees

11-50

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