Tuomas Leppänen

Tuomas Leppänen has a diverse work experience in the pulp and paper industry, spanning over several roles and companies. Tuomas began their career as a trainee at Stora Enso in 2005, where they worked as a sheet-cutting assistant. In 2006, they worked as a research assistant at the Laboratory of Forest Products Chemistry at Helsinki University of Technology, assisting in various research projects related to paper machine wet end retention and polymers' effect on retention. Tuomas continued their research work at the same laboratory in 2008, focusing on paper machine chemical surface treatment for their master's thesis.

Leppänen joined Bio Pappel SAB de CV in 2010 as a trainee before transitioning to a QA/QC Manager role at Mondi Group in 2011. At Mondi Group, they progressed through various positions, including Shift Supervisor, R&D Project Engineer, Project Engineer, and Quality & Development Manager. In these roles, they gained experience in product development, process optimization, pilot trials, patent research, and supplier relations.

Returning to Stora Enso in 2019, Leppänen held leadership positions such as TCS Manager, Director of Technical Customer Service for Biomaterials division, and Director of Product Segment Development. In these roles, they focused on improving technical customer service processes, leading global teams, and developing product segment strategies.

Currently, they serve as the Product Manager for BEKP and NBSK pulp segments globally at Stora Enso, where they are responsible for product management, strategy development, and ensuring profitability within the segments.

Overall, Tuomas Leppänen has a strong background in the pulp and paper industry, with expertise in technical customer service, product management, process optimization, quality assurance, and research and development.

Tuomas Leppänen earned their Master's degree in Forest Products Chemistry from Aalto University's School of Technology, completing their studies in 2010. Tuomas then pursued further education at Aalto University's School of Economics, focusing on Management and Administration. The end year for this program is not specified.