Laura Sata-Leinonen

Laura Sata-Leinonen serves as the Head of Internal Control at Neste since April 2018, where responsibilities include defining and implementing the internal control strategy aligned with business objectives and the COSO framework. Prior experience includes a role as Senior CFO Adviser at F-Secure Corporation, focusing on strategic projects and M&A, and leading financial reporting implementation for Software Licensing and SaaS Revenue. At Microsoft, Laura held several director-level positions in finance, leading compliance efforts and managing significant budgets across mobile devices and investments. With a robust background at Nokia, Laura managed financial operations for large sales and engineering entities, driving strategic planning and profitability. Earlier experience includes positions in currency derivatives management and academic lecturing, with an educational background that features multiple MBA degrees and executive education from prestigious institutions.