Juha Kanto

Juha Kanto has a diverse work experience in various industries. Juha started working at Ravalik Oy in 2007 as a Business Development Manager and Account Manager. In 2008, they joined Technia as a Sales Executive and later became a Business Development Manager for SOVELIA Business.

In 2011, Juha joined CAD-Quality Finland Oy as a Business Development Manager for PDM/PLM Solutions. Juha was responsible for PLM customer accounts, relations, and sales.

From 2012 to 2021, Juha worked at Symetri Europe in multiple roles. Juha started as a Project Manager for Industry Solutions and was responsible for PLM deployment projects and supporting sales. Juha later became a Business Development Manager for Manufacturing and PLM, where they strengthened the company's competence in PLM business areas. Juha also took on the role of Business Development Manager for Industrial IoT, focusing on Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things. In addition, Juha extended their responsibilities to include business development for Lifecycle solutions.

In 2018, Juha served as Chairman of the Board at Ylöjärven Urheiluhallit Oy and Vice Chairman of the Board at Ylöjärven Ilves ry. Juha also became a Member of the Board at Ylöjärven Vesi Oy and SPL Tampere, where they participated in decision making during their merger with the Finnish Football Association.

In 2020, Juha started their own company, Villakanto Oy. Currently, they work at PDSVISION as a Sales Executive, specializing in 3D Design, Product Lifecycle Management, and other digital transformation solutions. Juha is a certified PLM and sales professional for Smart Connected Products, Smart Connected Operations, and Augmented Reality.

Juha Kanto began their education in 1988 at the Riihimäki Institute of Technology. Juha attended this institution until 1992, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology. After a gap in their education, in 2008, Juha enrolled at the Tampere University of Technology, where they pursued an undergraduate degree in Industrial Economy and Management. It is unclear when they completed or plans to complete this degree, as the end year is not specified.