Experience

Alekstra Inc

• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • 2014 - Present

  Greater New York City Area Alekstra delivers technology solutions for business process automation. Alekstra could platform utilizing AI and machine learning was first introduced for trading, financing and managing utilities. Today we serve large number of sector with focus on energy portfolios. Financing accounts payable through Alekstra will provide up to 90 day payment terms compared. We have enabled hundreds of large enterprises implement best practices across their entire organization, cross boarded, globally. Our… Show more Alekstra delivers technology solutions for business process automation. Alekstra could platform utilizing AI and machine learning was first introduced for trading, financing and managing utilities. Today we serve large number of sector with focus on energy portfolios. Financing accounts payable through Alekstra will provide up to 90 day payment terms compared. We have enabled hundreds of large enterprises implement best practices across their entire organization, cross boarded, globally. Our tools have reduced need for manual labor in best cases by 95% driving immediate savings and creating sustainable scalable process frameworks to support our clients' growth When compliance matters to your organization, Alekstra's full stack of compliance tools will provide you with peace of mind. Alekstra compliance tools have significantly reduced time for our clients to comply with Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) inquiries and expedited resolving complex securities fraud cases. ▶ Deloitte Fast 500 at #67, with 5-year compound revenue growth of 2240%. ▶ Alekstra’s technology has been patented in 31 countries. ▶ We serve 600+ enterprises in 35 countries. Show less



Finnish American Chamber of Commerce - New York

• United States
• International Trade and Development

• Chairman of the Board

  • 2015 - 2017

  Greater New York City Area Under my leadership the Chamber doubled its revenue during the two year term. This was a staggering achievement after two decades of stagnation that had lead the organization to face a certain demise. The Chamber gained status as a well know and appreciated actor in global business community across Americas, Europe, and further Asia. Opportunities valued over $10 billion on annual exports for Finnish companies, resulting from the three trade initiatives introduced during my term, will be… Show more Under my leadership the Chamber doubled its revenue during the two year term. This was a staggering achievement after two decades of stagnation that had lead the organization to face a certain demise. The Chamber gained status as a well know and appreciated actor in global business community across Americas, Europe, and further Asia. Opportunities valued over $10 billion on annual exports for Finnish companies, resulting from the three trade initiatives introduced during my term, will be central for the future of Finnish Economy during the years to come. The Finnish American Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1948 to protect, develop, encourage, promote and foster trade, business, financial or professional interests and commercial relations between Finland and the United States. Show less



Ratemizer

• Founder and CEO

  • 2010 - 2014

  New York City Metropolitan Area Ratemizer empowered users to optimize their cell phone bills to unlock savings. The company mantra was “Stop paying your operator for nothing.” The app was initially available only in the United States, but it was later expanded to include other countries. Upon its debut, Ratemizer swiftly climbed the ranks to become one of the most downloaded apps, garnering widespread media attention worldwide. Initially launched in the United States, we later expanded our services to cater to an… Show more Ratemizer empowered users to optimize their cell phone bills to unlock savings. The company mantra was “Stop paying your operator for nothing.” The app was initially available only in the United States, but it was later expanded to include other countries. Upon its debut, Ratemizer swiftly climbed the ranks to become one of the most downloaded apps, garnering widespread media attention worldwide. Initially launched in the United States, we later expanded our services to cater to an international audience. The free version of Ratemizer was among the first widespread technology initiatives to level the playing field for mobile subscribers, addressing the inequities perpetuated by the oligopolistic carrier industry. For additional historical insights, please explore Bard or ChatGPT. Show less



BitProfit

• Managing Partner

  • 2005 - 2010

  Advisory service provider focusing on business strategy, M&A, product life cycle management, and SOX compliance. Provided process and technical expertise and resources primarily for Fortune 500 companies.



Nokia

• Finland
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Global Head, Operating resources

  • 2000 - 2005

  London Area, United Kingdom Operating resources management, M&A and procurement. Managing 12 different sectors, 27,000 suppliers with $5bn AUM.



Elisa

• Finland
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Head of Sales Group

  • 1998 - 2000

  Sector lead for sales to first manufacturing and later for TMT sector. The latter being the largest sales group in terms of revenue and profitability for the within the the company. Exceeding sales goals by 50% over eight consecutive quarters.



Legitum Attoreys at Law

• Senior Legal Counsel

  • 1997 - 1998

  Legal risk management in area known as the Year 2000 Problem (millennium bug)



Ahlstrom-Munksjö

• Finland
• Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Legal Counsel

  • 1996 - 1997

  Contract law, data security, compliance.



Kesko - K-Group

• Finland
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Credit Analyst

  • 1995 - 1996

  Merchant and consumer financing.