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Heikki Holmberg, School of Electrical Engineering Alumnus of the Year 2023: The semiconductor industry is a sector of the future
The Alumnus of the Year appreciates his institute and has only noticed the value of the know-how acquired during the studies in working life.
Gabriele Del Brenna uses the skills learned at Aalto in his work as an Acoustic Designer
'Finland is a unique place, and great for student life,' says Gabriele Del Brenna. In this interview, he talks about his experiences in acoustics and audio technology studies and gives his tips for international experts to find employment after graduation.
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.
Alumna Riikka Davidkin: Impact is at the heart of my work â We do nothing if it cannot have a positive impact in society in the first place
Our alumna Riikka Davidkin dreamed of an international career already as a child. Now, as head of a team investing in impact funds at Social Finance in New York, she feels that her work has great significance. In her mind, it is the financial sector that is best positioned to have an impact on solving the big problems of our time.
Completing a doctoral degree alongside work â the thesis opened the doors to the product and technology development of a deep-tech company
Karita Kinnunen-Raudaskoski and Jani Lehmonen have both graduated as doctors of chemical engineering from Aalto University and for them, writing a doctoral thesis alongside regular work meant long hours but was also highly rewarding.
Alumna Anna Loimusalo: Colourful career path has led to the field of anti-financial crime
Anna Loimusalo, who works in anti-financial crime at OP Financial Group, says she has found her professional passion. Her major subject at Aalto University School of Business, information and service management, has proven an excellent fit for her current role.
Sofia Guridi is designing a better world with smart textiles
Sofia Guridi, a doctoral student at Aalto Universityâs Bioinnovation Center, wants to introduce bio-based smart textiles that help improve peopleâs everyday life.
Alumna Mira HĂ€nninen: It is inspiring to see that my own work can have a positive impact on society
Our alumna Mira HĂ€nninen, who currently works at Neste, applied to the School of Business for a masterâs degree in Business Law because she wanted a more practical business perspective in her law studies. "The most rewarding thing about the studies was that we didn't just study the content of regulation, but also considered what kind of practical impact it has on companies' business and decision-making."
Alumnus Daniel Cohen: I knew the Bachelorâs Programme in International Business at Aalto Mikkeli is a top programme, so I wanted to aim high and apply there
School of Business, Mikkeli Campus alumnus Daniel Cohen encourages current students to be confident and patient in finding their own paths: âIf you feel like you donât know what to do, donât worry. That doesnât mean you cannot get ahead in your career and build up work skills. Anything you do for work will help you get in the right direction.â
Alumna Julia Romanyuk: Studying at Mikkeli Campus gives the graduates an important advantage
During her career in rhythmic gymnastics, Julia Romanyuk, a multiple Finnish champion and the School of Business Mikkeli campus alumna learnt many skills that have been valuable outside athletics as well: âI have applied these practical skills, such as time management and having a high drive, in my studies and personal life.â
'After the mentoring, I feel I have more courage and can do the things I actually want to'
A mentor and a mentee from Aalto Mentoring Program share their stories.
'The best thing was the relaxed atmosphere and versatile alumni' â students and alumni met at the Meet Your Community event
School of Business alumni from different majors talked about their career experiences and gave advice on choosing a major subject and finding employment in an event aimed at the first-year business students.
Aalto University alumnus Petteri Isotupa: âDare to think and to ask whyâ
With his bequest, alumni Petteri Isotupa wants to support future generationsâ opportunities for a good education.
Henri Yoki: When my children ask what their dad is doing, I answer that I am solving the climate crisis
Henri Yoki, M.Sc. in both tech and business, founded his first company while studying international business at the School of Business. Today, he is the Founder and CEO of a company focusing on green energy transition. There, he gets to widely apply everything he learned during his career and studies.
Various career paths: Satu RÀmö writes bestseller crime stories to balance a career in digital communication where brevity and concision rule
RÀmö is able to lead a life that is truly her own as an author and entrepreneur in communication, as her business competence allows her to maintain sufficient profit margins and keep her finances in check
Various career paths: Markus Puhakka develops a family-run horticultural business and enjoys gardening in the spring
Puhakka, who also considered the profession of a wilderness guide, studied marketing and international business management at the School of Business. Now he combines his business expertise with garden work in a Finnish family business specialising in horticulture.
Alumna Miia Martikainen: my heart beats for solving the challenges of our society's well-being
âI became interested in business studies because I felt that through them, I could be part of making an impact that mattersâ says Miia Martikainen, our alumna. Martikainen has been working as a consultant for almost a decade now, and she is currently in her dream job solving the future challenges of the public social and health care system.
Various career paths: tax expert Saara Hietanen is building a better world
Saara Hietanen became interested in organisational activities in upper secondary school through her love for animals, but only started a career in organisations and advocacy work after working in an international auditing company. Instead of animal rights, Hietanen ended up promoting fair taxation.
Alumni and friends of Aalto gathered in NYC to learn about the predictability of stock returns
The meet-and-greet was organized at the Consulate General of Finland in New York City on February 6th.
Sakari PoikkimĂ€ki is replacing harmful chemicals with enzymes: âWe can use small biological organisms in many everyday productsâ
Chemical engineering alumnus Sakari PoikkimÀki works as a fermentation expert at Roal Oy, a company that manufactures enzymes. Studies at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering led to a dream job where small living organisms are harnessed for good.
