Anna Kotsalo-Mustonen

Anna Kotsalo-Mustonen has a diverse work experience spanning several decades. Anna currently holds the position of New Business Director at Drumbo Oy since January 2023. Prior to this, they were a Member of the Board of Directors, Lead Investor, and Co-founder at whatimpact.com, a platform for matching company CSR activities with beneficiary organizations. Anna was involved in identifying a major business opportunity in the UK related to the government Social Value Act.

Anna also served as a Board Member at Sunduka Ltd. from May 2016 to March 2022. Anna co-founded Baltic Sea Action Group and held the positions of Co-founder and Board Member, as well as Co-founder and Development Director. Anna focused on addressing the root causes of Baltic Sea eutrophication and hiring talented individuals to continue the foundation's work.

Anna gained experience in Marketing and Fundraising at John Nurminen Foundation from December 2005 to October 2007. Before that, they worked as Vice President of International Business at Fountain Park from September 2002 to August 2005.

In their early career, Anna served as the Director and Founder of the MAKES research institute at LTT Research Ltd from September 1998 to June 2001. Anna also worked as a Senior Consultant at Ideal Consulting from January 1997 to December 1998. Anna pursued Ph.D. studies leading to a Doctorate degree at Helsinki School of Economics from January 1992 to October 1996.

Anna'sprofessional journey started at Hewlett-Packard, where they gained experience in Business Development from September 1989 to June 1992. Throughout their career, Anna has held various roles that have contributed to their expertise and success in the business and nonprofit sectors.

Anna Kotsalo-Mustonen obtained a Ph.D in Marketing/Marketing Management, General from Aalto University. Anna completed their doctoral studies at Aalto University between 1992 and 1997.