Board of Directors

b. 1961
Master of Laws, trained on the bench, eMBA
Chairman of the Board 2023–

More than 30 years of experience in finance, venture capital investments, corporate and private equity arrangements and Certified Advisor / Nasdaq tasks. Special expertise in corporate recovery and corporate governance. Extensive domestic and international networks, in particular in the field of corporate recovery and insolvency law.

Main occupation 

• Pohjanmaan Arvo Sijoitusosuuskunta, CEO, 2019–

Key work experience 

• RSM Finland Recovery Oy, CEO, partner, 2014-2019
• Finnvera Oyj, vice president, 1993-2014

Current positions of trust

• Nordic Option, Chairman of the Board, 2020-
• Sah-Ko Oy, Member of the Board. 2014-
• Oulun Kärpät Oy, Vice Chairman of the Board
• Kärppä-säätiö rs, Member of the Board
• Qstock Oy, Member of the Board
• Valve Group Oy, Chairman of the Board
• Faster Horse Oy, Member of the Board
• Valve Branding Oy, Member of the Board

Partnera's shares

8,721 shares

Independent of the Company.
Dependent on a significant shareholder.

b. 1980
M.Soc.Sc., M.Sc. (Econ.), M.Sc. (Tech.)
Member of the Board 2024–

Extensive experience in finance, strategy and management in both small and large companies. Strong business analytical and modelling skills.

Main occupation

• Friday Oy, Chief Financial Officer, 2022–

Key work experience

• Sanoma Oyj, Head of Functional Control, 2020–2022
• Finnair Oyj, Business Controller in Customer Experience, 2017–2020
• Finnair Oyj, Treasury and Fleet Controller, 2016–2017
• Nurminen Logistics, Group Controller, 2011–2014
• Nurminen Logistics, Business Controller, Development Manager, Business Analyst 2005–2011

Partnera’s shares

4,845 shares

Independent of the company and its significant shareholders.

b. 1978
PhD and M.Sc. (Tech.)
Member of the Board 2020–

Professor of circular economy material research. Expert in the utilization of sidestreams created by industry. Extensive international networks. Strong experience in research and development projects in cooperation with companies. 

Main occupation

• University of Oulu, Dean, 2022–
• University of Oulu, Professor, 2015–

Key work experience

• Delft University of Technology, Netherlands, Visiting Professor, 2018
• University of Oulu, University Lecturer 2009–2014
• University of Oulu, Researcher 2003–2008

Current positions of trust

• Betoniyhdistys ry, Member of the Board, 2020–
• Scientific Advisory Board for Defense, Member, 2019–

Partnera’s shares

4,845 shares

Independent of the company and its significant shareholders.

b. 1972
M.Sc. (Econ.), Authorised Public Accountant KHT, Certified Board Member (HHJ)
Member of the Board 2024–

More than 20 years of experience in financial management, business development and M&A. Extensive experience in various industries in economic and financial management and various corporate and capital arrangements.

Main occupation

• Oulun Energia Group, CFO, Finance and Administration, 2023–

Key work experience

• Kaleva Media Group, Director, Finance and HR, 2018–2023
• University of Oulu, Director, Finance, 2012–2018
• Ernst & Young Oy, Authorised Public Accountant KHT, 2010–2011
• Nethawk Oyj, Director, Finance, 2006–2010

Current positions of trust

• Pohjolan Osuuspankki, Member of the Board, 2023–
• University of Oulu, Member of the Investment Committee, 2012–

Previous positions of trust

• Oulun Osuuspankki, Member of the Board, 2/2021–5/2023
• Nuorten Ystävät ry, Member of the Board, 5/2022–3/2024
• Pohjois-Suomen hallituspartnerit ry, Member of the Board, 2/2023–2/2024
• University of Oulu Scholarship Foundation, Foundation Agent, 5/2012–6/2019
• Suomen yliopistokiinteistöt Oy, Member of the Board, 5/2012–5/2016

Partnera’s shares

4,845 shares

Independent of the company and its significant shareholders.

b. 1983
M.Sc (Tech.)
Member of the Board 2025–

Strong understanding of circular economy, energy transition, biodiversity and ESG. Experience in building strategies and leading growth in a quickly developing market environment. Strong experience in M&A from early process to post-merger integration

Main Occupation

• NG Nordic, COO, Executive Vice President, 2025–

Key work experience

• Tana Oy, CEO, 2023–2025
• Fortum Oyj, Senior Vice President, Circular Solutions, 2017–2023
• Ekokem AB, Managing Director, 2015–2017
• Ekokem Group, Vice President, Supply Chain & Procurement, 2014–2017
• Walki Group, Supply Chain Director, 2013–2014
• Walki Group, Group Supply Chain Manager, 2012–2013
• Walki Oy, Supply Chain Manager, Business Controller, Technical Products, 2010–2011

Current positions of trust

• Tana Oy, Member of the Board, 5/2021–5/2023, 2/2025–
• Foamit Group Oy, Member of the Board, 1/2020–

Previous positions of trust

• Ekopartnerit Oy, Chairman of the Board, 1/2017–12/2020
• FEAD – European Waste Management Association, Member of the Board, 6/2020–6/2023
• Finnish Recycling Industries ry, Deputy Chairman of the Board 4/2017–4/2019, Chairman of the Board 5/2019–3/2021, Member of the Board 3/2021–3/2022
• Kemianteollisuus ry, Member of the Board, 8/2019–6/2023
• AS Fortum Tartu, Member of the Board, 6/2017–4/2019

Partnera’s shares

0 shares

Independent of the company and its significant shareholders.