Juha Honkanen
About Juha Honkanen
Juha Honkanen is an experienced Account Manager at Sandvine, specializing in international business development and key account management for service providers and enterprises. He has a diverse background in sales and marketing across multiple countries, with a strong focus on wireless network solutions.
Work at Sandvine
Juha Honkanen has served as an Account Manager at Sandvine since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for managing key accounts and developing business relationships within the telecommunications sector. His experience at Sandvine spans six years, during which he has focused on enhancing customer engagement and driving sales growth in the Toronto, Canada area.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to his current position, Juha held various roles in business development and sales management. He worked as a Business Development Manager at Keysight Nemo Wireless Network Solutions for nine months in Beijing, China. Additionally, he served as Regional Sales Manager at the same company for three years in Oulu, Finland. His experience includes managing reseller and channel partner networks across multiple regions.
Education and Expertise
Juha Honkanen studied at the University of Oulu, where he earned a Master's Degree in Marketing from 1999 to 2004. He also attended Oulu University of Applied Sciences, achieving a focus in Information Technology and Telecommunications from 1997 to 1999. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in wireless network testing, optimization, and analytics.
Skills in Telecommunications and Network Solutions
Juha possesses a strong skill set in vendor management, sourcing, and new customer creation. He has extensive knowledge of RAN, BSS/OSS, and Customer Experience Analytics. His proficiency extends to using various test and measurement tools, as well as expertise in NFV/SDN, Big Data, Virtualization, and Cloud technologies.
Career Timeline and Roles
Juha's career includes significant roles such as Sales Director at Amdocs from 2012 to 2016 in London, UK, and International Sales Manager at SwissQual AG in Hong Kong from 2010 to 2012. He also worked at dna plc as a Marketing Manager and Customer Service Specialist from 1998 to 2007 in Oulu, Finland. His diverse experience spans multiple countries and positions within the telecommunications industry.