Heli Laakkonen

Heli Laakkonen is an experienced communications professional with a diverse background, currently serving as a journalist at Suomen Tietotoimisto STT since January 2024. Prior roles include communications specialist and communications officer at The National Council of Women of Finland, and a variety of positions at Suomen Tietotoimisto STT, including summer journalist and trainee. Additional experience encompasses volunteer coordination at Naisten Linja Suomessa ry, communications specialist at Kela, benefits officer at the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, communications assistant at the East & North Finland EU Office, columnist, and English teacher. Heli holds multiple degrees, including a Master's in Social Sciences from the University of Eastern Finland and a Bachelor's in Journalism from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences.