A track record of 10x growth, more than 200 business transformation programs and projects delivered.
Do you need help with Organizational Change Management, Digitalization (e.g. SAP), Data, AI, Business Processes, Operational Excellence or International Business Development? Let’s talk!
Growing your B2B service business internationally? Challenges with digital transformation? I might be able to help you!
I am a growth and business transformation leader having 20+ years of solid international experience across global corporations, high-growth companies and startups. I serve organizations as a CxO, advisor or board member, in both full-time and interim roles.
Throughout my career I have been running business development programs and projects in large multinational corporations in various key roles either as a customer, partner or vendor. I have hands-on experience from co-founding, ramping up and developing business in several countries in Europe and beyond. My career highlights include being part of the core team building the foundations of a company and taking it from 25 to almost 250 employees, IPO to Nasdaq First North and M&A roadmaps.
I am known as a resilient and always positively curious people person who is not afraid of tough spots. I get things done.
Having lived 10+ years abroad in France, The Netherlands, Belgium and Türkiye have provided me with deep appreciation of diversity and genuine understanding of what it takes to work in a truly multicultural environment. I am able to work in 4 languages.
Helping talents and businesses to reach their potential gives me great pleasure and at the same time it allows me to gain fresh perspectives into constantly evolving business landscape. I love giving back by volunteering as a Mentor since 15+ years.
I am a Finnish Chamber of Commerce HHJ accredited approved board member and a Partner at Board Professionals Helsinki.
" Mikko stands out for his proactive, innovative and growth-minded approach, great communication skills, and ability to drive success through working together as a team. He has a remarkable combination of broad business expertise and interpersonal skills. " Read full recommendation here
" Mikko’s role in business development, business transformation and growth were integral. In addition to his Operations and Business Enablement leadership role, he was a beacon of analytical and calm deliberation to make sure we didn’t only do the right things but also do them right. " Read full recommendation here
" I can easily recommend Mikko to any senior leadership position and especially ones that don’t even have a ready-made script, Mikko will write it. " Read full recommendation here
20+ years:
10+ years:
3 years as managing director
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I can provide you with references upon request e.g. CEO’s, board members, founders, co-workers, HR, customers and partners.
Contact information:
Drop me a line or give me a call and let's have a chat about cooperation possibilities!
+358 50 36 28 218
mikko.koljonen(a)outlook.com