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Alum Ohto Pentikäinen ‘Anyone can come up with problems, but those who can solve them creatively are hot currency in building better business’
Our alum Ohto Pentikäinen has been entrepreneurial since childhood. From establishing a snack kiosk in middle school to officially founding his first company in high school and juggling multiple projects and businesses alongside studies, Ohto emphasizes that entrepreneurship has primarily been a tool for him to solve problems.
Genuine networking is about meeting people as people
For School of Business alum Jude Kokkonen, people and doing things together is a matter close to his heart
Inspiring encounters in the US with alumni and friends highlighting radical creativity
Inspiring encounters in the US: alumni and friends are important in fostering collaboration and radical creativity
Alum Maija Keskinen: I enjoy learning new things and trying out different roles
Our alum, Maija Keskinen, knew from the start that she wanted to study economics. "Meaningful work to me means being able to serve society and do my part to ensure that decisions made in public administration are based on the highest quality information possible," Keskinen explains.
Alum Saara Niskanen: 'Apply for internships or summer jobs with an open mind'
International Business alum Saara Niskanen works as a journalist for Talouselämä magazine and enjoys the possibility to talk about things that have an impact on people's lives.
The 5th Aalto International Talent Program launched - ‘A warm welcome to Finland‘
This year, more than 180 students and 16 companies are participating in the group mentoring programme for international students and companies.
'Doctoral studies are a company's investment in the future'
Murata encourages its employees to pursue doctorates while working
Mikko Kosonen: Empathy is needed to communicate across disciplines
'When you disagree or feel defensive, it’s important to really try to hear what the other person is saying. That requires empathy. If disciplines have different languages, it’s easy to talk past each other.'
Alum Jenni Kynnös: 'Meaningful work to me means the freedom to pursue my own vision and constant change'
Marketing alum Jenni Kynnös worked at her parents chocolate shop and in marketing agencies before accidentally becoming an entrepreneur.
Numerous alumni events were organised in 2023
Many alumni of the School of Business also participated in the Alumni Weekend event of the entire Aalto University
Over 30 alumni and friends of Aalto gathered in London for an alumni meet-and-greet
Over 30 alumni and friends of Aalto gathered at the Zabludowicz Collection Art Gallery in London on December 7th for an alumni event hosted by the Dean of the School of Business Timo Korkeamäki.
10 Questions to Alumnus Savannah Vize - CS Design
CS Design alumnus Savannah Vize shares her experiences before, during and after studies in Creative Sustainability.
10 Questions to Alumnus Savannah Vize - CS Design
CS Design alumnus Savannah Vize shares his experiences before, during and after studies in Creative Sustainability.
Myungji “MJ" Suh: The Aalto stand at Slush is all about how we can make the world better
'You are entrepreneurial when you see a problem as an opportunity, instead of avoiding it as a threat. A can-do attitude is also an entrepreneurial skill.'
Alum Maria Lehto: My hobbies have had a big influence in my career and through them I have had my first leadership experiences
Maria Lehto has had an exciting career path to her current position as an Engagement Specialist at School of Business Premium Partner company, Konecranes. Even though the path didn’t always feel so straightforward, all experiences have played a part in her professional development. She would like to encourage young students to follow their own areas of interest and trust that it will lead them to the right direction in the end.
The class of 1983 gathered to celebrate their 40th anniversary since starting their studies at the School of Business
The Class of 1983 celebrated their 40th anniversary since starting their studies. The celebration began in Otaniemi at the new School of Business facilities with some welcoming toasts, and the evening continued nostalgically on Runeberginkatu at Restaurant Töölö.
10 Questions to Alumnus André Helgestad - CS Design
CS Design alumnus André Helgestad shares his experiences before, during and after studies in Creative Sustainability.
President Ilkka Niemelä to alumni: Together we are a force for change
The 2023 Aalto Alumni Weekend brought together over 700 alumni.
Food out of thin air and green electricity – School of Chemical Engineering Alum of the Year Juha-Pekka Pitkänen
Alum of the Year Juha-Pekka Pitkänen draws on everything he has learned at Otaniemi when he does his work.
Alumna Emilia Perttu: 'I had the courage to follow my dreams and put in the effort for what interested me'
Our alumna, Emilia Perttu has always known she wanted to work in the field of technology and innovation. Through her studies she started to search for a career path that suited her. Eventually, her efforts paid off, and today she works as a lead UI/UX designer at the hybrid agency Nitro.
