Elina Kaihua
About Elina Kaihua
Elina Kaihua is a Community Coordinator currently working at Solita since 2022, with a background in project coordination and ecosystem management at Oulu University of Applied Sciences. She holds an MBA in Service Design and a BBA in International Business, and has a strong interest in design thinking and community engagement.
Work at Solita
Elina Kaihua has been serving as a Community Coordinator at Solita since 2022. In this role, she focuses on fostering community engagement and collaboration within the organization. Her responsibilities include organizing initiatives that enhance community interaction and support the company's goals. Elina's experience in project coordination and community management contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Oulu University of Applied Sciences
Elina Kaihua worked at Oulu University of Applied Sciences from 2016 to 2022 in various roles. She began as an Ecosystem Coordinator intern for four months in 2016, followed by a two-year position as an Ecosystem Coordinator from 2017 to 2019. In 2019, she transitioned to a Project Coordinator role, which she held until 2022. Her work involved coordinating projects and initiatives that supported the university's mission and contributed to the local community.
Educational Background
Elina Kaihua holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Service Design from Turku University of Applied Sciences, which she completed from 2020 to 2022. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Business from Oulu University of Applied Sciences, graduating in 2017. Additionally, she participated in a Chinese Language Training Program at the University of International Business and Economics from 2013 to 2014.
Community Involvement and Volunteer Work
Elina Kaihua has actively contributed to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Oulu. She has served on the board of the Oulu Entrepreneurship Society, supporting local entrepreneurs and initiatives. Additionally, she volunteered as a community manager for Startup Weekend Oulu, where she played a role in promoting startup culture and innovation in the region.
Skills and Interests
Elina Kaihua is passionate about integrating design thinking principles within organizations. She enjoys working in international settings and excels in organizing and planning new initiatives. Her expertise includes the application of service design methods and tools, which she has utilized to enhance project outcomes in her professional roles.