Patrik Korhonen

Patrik Korhonen has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Patrik is currently working as the Head of Sales at Suomen Asiakastieto Oy, where they help companies utilize data and make intelligent decisions. Prior to this, Patrik worked as a Business Advisor, specializing in growth and commercial strategy, digital sales, and marketing consulting for multiple companies.

In 2020, Patrik served as the CEO and Managing Director at WISEROOM OY/PADDYWIZZLE STUDIOS, where they focused on business strategy development and implementation consulting. During their tenure, they organized successful gallery shows, signed commercial partnerships with renowned brands, and achieved media visibility for their creative services.

Before that, Patrik worked as the Sales Director at Dingle, leading the company's sales growth and implementing account management systems, sales strategies, and models. Patrik also held the position of Account Director at Dingle, where they managed key accounts and improved sales processes.

In 2017, Patrik served as the Vice President of Sales at Jobilla, a recruiting SaaS platform and employer branding service. Patrik built connections with numerous clients, assessed the market situation, and developed and executed the sales strategy.

From 2015 to 2017, Patrik worked at Sanoma Media Finland as the Nordic's Client Group Director, overseeing sales strategy, operations, development, processes, and systems. Patrik also served as the Group Sales Manager, New Media Sales at Nelonen Media, where they built insight-based sales strategies and managed a team of account managers. Additionally, they worked as a Key Account Manager at Nelonen Media, managing high-profile accounts and implementing marketing strategies.

Patrik's earlier experience includes roles at Nordea Finance Finland Ltd. and Kesko - K-Group, where they focused on sales development, sales forecasting, and operations. Patrik also worked as a Corporate Sales Coach at Kesko, training sales personnel and developing customer loyalty programs.

Before establishing their career in the corporate world, Patrik was a Business Owner and Project Manager at Villivisio Oy.

Throughout their career, Patrik has demonstrated expertise in sales, business strategy, marketing, and team management.

Patrik Korhonen's education history is as follows:

- In 2022, they enrolled in the Tampere University of Applied Sciences to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a specialization in International Sales and Leadership. This program is currently ongoing.

- From 2003 to 2005, they studied Export Marketing Asia at the University of Tampere 1925-2018.

- Prior to that, they attended Tampere University of Applied Sciences from 1998 to 2003 and earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BBA). Patrik'smajors were Entrepreneurship and International Marketing.

- During their undergraduate studies, they took part in an exchange program at Universiti Sains Malaysia in 1999-2000.

- In their earlier education, from 1993 to 1996, they attended Alppila High School.

Additionally, Patrik has pursued various certifications and courses related to marketing, leadership, sales management, and coaching. Some of these include "Leading a Marketing Team" from LinkedIn (obtained in August 2022) and "Strategic planning and analysis for marketing" from Alison - Empower Yourself (obtained in July 2022).