/en/listing/1011026/feed News listing en /en/news/the-aalto-university-emba-alumni-in-korea-are-important-ambassadors-between-korea-and-finland Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:07:22 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1336520 at /en The 30th anniversary of Aalto University EMBA in South Korea brought together 250 alumni and friends on September 4th in Gangnam, Seoul. Collaboration University aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity Cooperation University The aSSIST University and Aalto University joint alumni event brought together nearly 250 Aalto EMBA alumni and friends of the program. /en/news/alumn-salla-lonka-implements-a-culture-of-experimentation-in-a-home-appliance-company Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:55:12 +0000 Hanna Wikström 1334140 at /en Salla Lonka finds it fascinating to examine creative processes from a distance, focusing on efficiency and impact. After completing her master's degree in fashion design, she ended up at a global home appliance company in Stockholm. Aalto stories Business and economics Global business dynamics Design Art and Creative Practices Collaboration University Alumni stories alumni alumni activity Cooperation Niina Malkamäki / Aalto University /en/news/alum-ella-ahmas-getting-a-job-at-the-european-commission-was-a-great-achievement-and-i-believe-that Tue, 05 Aug 2025 11:57:54 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1329831 at /en Ella Ahmas, who studied in the Master's programme in Management and International Business, found her niche through the experience gained in internships and ended up working for the European Commission in her current role. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Studies Alumni Ella Ahmas /en/news/almost-40-percent-of-alumni-survey-respondents-feel-they-belong-to-the-aalto-community Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:58:08 +0000 Susanna Ritala 1325159 at /en Alumni are primarily interested in interaction and networking with other alumni. Collaboration Cooperation alumni Cooperation Valmistuneet kuvausseinällä I'm an Aalto alum -kyltin kanssa /en/news/alumni-encounters-from-chicago-to-chennai Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:21:12 +0000 Susanna Ritala 1319392 at /en We have already met alumni in over 20 cities around the world this year. Collaboration alumni Cooperation Cooperation Alumneja Tukholmassa kesäkuu 2025 /en/news/degree-and-language-skills-helped-mariana-salgado-into-finnish-working-life Thu, 22 May 2025 07:55:09 +0000 Hanna Wikström 1315826 at /en The professional network has been an important support for Salgado in her career as a service designer Aalto stories Design Collaboration University Alumni stories alumni alumni activity service design Cooperation Hymyilevä silmälasipäinen nainen pitkät hiukset auki seisoo portaikossa ja katsoo ylöspäin kameraan /en/news/growth-entrepreneur-teemu-myllymaki-i-wanted-to-see-where-the-rabbit-hole-leads Thu, 20 Mar 2025 13:10:10 +0000 Hanna Wikström 1306146 at /en An entrepreneurial mindset and the lessons learned during doctoral studies at Aalto University have helped Teemu Myllymäki to become a founding partner and CEO of Measurlabs, a company selling chemical measurement services. Aalto stories Collaboration Entrepreneurship University Alumni stories alumni alumni activity Cooperation Kasvuyrittäjä Teemu Myllymäki /en/news/alum-sari-ovaska-it-was-clear-to-me-that-i-wanted-to-help-create-better-workplaces-for-others Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:23:55 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1309800 at /en Our alum Sari Ovaska broadened her expertise during her study leave, and transitioned from an auditor position to a new career in HR. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories aaltobizalumni aaltobizstudies alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Alumni Sari Ovaska /en/news/alum-otso-sillanaukee-masters-studies-prepared-me-well-for-working-life Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:43:56 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1307022 at /en Otso Sillanaukee, an alum from the Master’s programme in Creative Sustainability, wants to make a difference in the world for a more sustainable and happier future. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories CS blog aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Studies Alumni Otso Sillanaukee /en/news/alum-philipp-hummel-meaningful-work-revolves-around-three-key-aspects Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:03:15 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1303233 at /en Our Global Management alum Philipp Hummel works as a Consultant at Bain & Company. For him, meaningful work revolves around three key aspects: broader positive impact, personal growth, and flexibility. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories aaltobizalumni aaltobizstudies alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Studies Alumni Philipp Hummel /en/news/over-50-alumni-and-friends-of-aalto-gathered-in-boston-for-the-deans-aalto-alumni-get-together Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:25:17 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1301314 at /en In the event, the participants heard the latest news of Aalto, learned about the US Government debt, and met old and new acquaintances. The event was hosted by School of Business alumni Tuomo and Tarja Vuolteenaho at their home. Collaboration University aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity Cooperation University Bostonin alumnitapaamiseen osallistuneita alumneja ja ystäviä /en/news/alumni-encounters-from-duluth-to-jakarta-0 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:00:44 +0000 Annika Linna 1299941 at /en Since the last summer we have met with our alumni in more than 15 cities around the world. Collaboration alumni Cooperation Cooperation Alumni in Bangalore event /en/news/alum-niklas-huotari-five-tips-to-start-your-career Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:01:49 +0000 Maarit Heikkinen 1298948 at /en Alum Niklas Huotari wants to help people succeed in their careers, both through his job and as an active member of the Aalto community. Careers Collaboration Entrepreneurship All Master's Programmes Alumni stories Career alumni employment Cooperation Studies University Alum Niklas Huotari stands with his arms crossed, wearing a black sweater, next to a leafy plant against a white wall. /en/news/alum-janette-malmstrom-a-business-strategist-guiding-companies-through-change Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:12:28 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1274356 at /en At Monitor Deloitte, Janette excels not only in project management but also in providing valuable strategic insight to clients. Studies Collaboration Alumni stories aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Studies Alumni Janette Malmström /en/news/alum-elina-valtonen-study-broadly-everything-that-interests-you Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:43:34 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1257801 at /en Finland's Minister for Foreign Affairs, and alum of the School of Business majoring in financial economics Elina Valtonen would do the same now as she did 20 years ago while studying: she would study a wide range of subjects that interest her and would also boldly venture into areas outside her comfort zone, as that is where the most learning happens. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Studies Ulkoministeri, Kauppakorkeakoulun alumni Elina Valtonen /en/news/the-alumni-of-aalto-university-gathered-for-the-first-time-at-alumni-events-in-vietnam Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:34:22 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1256371 at /en A total of over 70 alumni and friends of Aalto gathered in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in November for alumni events hosted by Timo Korkeamäki, Dean of the School of Business. Collaboration University alumni alumni activity Cooperation University Aallon alumneja ja ystäviä alumnitapaamisessa Ho Chi Minhin kaupungissa Vietnamissa 11. marraskuuta 2024. /en/news/alum-maria-kupila-i-strongly-believe-in-the-power-of-a-multidisciplinary-approach Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:09:50 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1235631 at /en An IDBM alum Maria Kupila has embraced the multidisciplinary approach in her work in management consulting. She believes combining design thinking, technology and strategic analysis is key to turning future challenges into opportunities. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity career stories Cooperation Studies Alumni Maria Kupila /en/news/alum-liisa-antola-i-would-urge-people-to-not-only-follow-their-passion-but-to-be-more-values-led-in Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:29:21 +0000 Helmi Nuortimo 1207466 at /en Liisa Antola has always pursued an international career, and international exposure during her studies in the School of Business helped her achieve it. Today, she works in a UK-based trade body with DEI matters and aims to build a more equitable working life for everyone in insurance and long-term savings sector. Collaboration Studies Alumni stories CEMS Cooperation Department of Management Studies International Business, Mikkeli aaltobizalumni alumni alumni activity Cooperation Studies Liisa Antola /en/news/alumni-encounters-from-seattle-to-bangalore Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:52:52 +0000 Annika Linna 1089236 at /en Over the past year, we have met with our alumni in more than 10 cities around the world. Collaboration alumni Cooperation Cooperation Alumneja Seattlessa 2024 /en/news/alum-anton-jantunen-in-my-role-analytical-skills-a-comprehensive-understanding-of-complex-concepts Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:57:51 +0000 Helmi Nuortimo 1058551 at /en Anton Jantunen's journey led him from major consulting firms and startups to working in Nairobi at the UN Sanitation and Hygiene Fund, which aims to improve access to safe sanitation, hygiene, and menstrual health products and services. Jantunen works with innovative financing models for the fund. Careers Collaboration Studies Alumni stories Cooperation Department of Accounting and Business Law Department of Finance School of Business alumni alumni activity career stories careers Cooperation Studies Anton Jantunen Aberdare vuorilla Keniassa.