Milla Kortesoja
About Milla Kortesoja
Milla Kortesoja serves as the Head of Events & Experiential Marketing at Solita, a position she has held since 2019. With a background in marketing and event management, she has worked for several notable companies and possesses a strong international education.
Work at Solita
Milla Kortesoja has been serving as the Head of Events & Experiential Marketing at Solita since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for developing event workflows and training teams to execute events according to best practices. Her leadership focuses on creating engaging marketing campaigns that enhance the customer experience. Prior to her current position, she worked at Solita as a Marketing and Events Manager from 2016 to 2019.
Previous Experience
Before joining Solita, Milla Kortesoja held various marketing roles. She worked at IBM Finland as a Marketing Coordinator in Analytics & Commerce for 11 months in 2015-2016 and as a Marketing Assistant in the Software Group for one year from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she gained experience as a Customer Service Specialist at Fonecta Oy for five months in 2012-2013 and as an Assistant at TBWA Helsinki for 11 months in 2011-2012. She also completed a marketing internship at AmCham Finland in 2011.
Education and Expertise
Milla Kortesoja holds a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration from the University of Turku, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business and Marketing from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she participated in student exchange programs at the University of Washington and University College Birmingham, further enhancing her international experience.
Global Mindset and Volunteer Work
Milla Kortesoja possesses a global mindset, having lived and studied in various countries. Her international experiences contribute to her innovative approach to marketing and events. She is also involved in volunteer projects and nonprofit organizations, demonstrating her commitment to community engagement and social responsibility.
Professional Philosophy
Milla Kortesoja believes in challenging the status quo to foster creativity and innovation within her teams. This philosophy guides her work in developing marketing strategies and executing events that resonate with audiences and enhance customer engagement.