Johannes Hirvonsalo
About Johannes Hirvonsalo
Johannes Hirvonsalo is a Business Designer and Director at Solita, where he has worked since 2020 in the Helsinki Area, Finland. He has extensive experience in service design and business strategy, having held various roles in companies such as Autosalpa Oy and Palmu Inc.
Work at Solita
Johannes Hirvonsalo has held the position of Business Designer and Director at Solita since 2020. He is based in the Helsinki Area, Finland. In his role, he is part of the Design & Strategy leadership team, where he focuses on offering development and design consultant recruiting. His work involves integrating human insights with business, design, and technology to create new services and business models. Hirvonsalo's expertise contributes to the strategic direction and service offerings of Solita.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to joining Solita, Johannes Hirvonsalo accumulated extensive experience in various roles. He served as Marketing Director at Autosalpa Oy for one year from 2011 to 2012. He then worked as Account Director in Service Design at Kuudes Kerros from 2013 to 2015. Following that, he was employed at Palmu Inc. as a Service Designer for four years, from 2015 to 2019. Earlier in his career, he held multiple positions at Autosalpa Oy, including Customer Service Director from 2009 to 2011 and Customer Relationship Manager from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Johannes Hirvonsalo has a strong educational background in business and service design. He studied at Aalto University, where he achieved Service Solutions Competence. Additionally, he attended the Turku School of Economics at the University of Turku, earning a Master of Science in Economics with a focus on International Business. His academic training complements his professional experience, enabling him to specialize in creating new services and business models that leverage modern capabilities.
Skills and Specializations
Johannes Hirvonsalo is recognized for his holistic thinking and ability to uncover deep insights. He specializes in strategic options and business planning, effectively working at the intersection of human insights, business, design, and technology. His skill set enables him to develop innovative services and business strategies that align with contemporary market demands. Hirvonsalo's approach integrates various disciplines, allowing him to address complex challenges in service design and business development.