Valtteri Valovirta
About Valtteri Valovirta
Valtteri Valovirta serves as the People Lead at Solita, where he has worked since 2016. With a background in project management and various leadership roles, he focuses on integrating business, people, and technology to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Current Role at Solita
Valtteri Valovirta serves as the People Lead at Solita, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he focuses on integrating business, people, and technology to develop effective business solutions. His leadership emphasizes iterative work processes and collaboration, drawing inspiration from the African proverb about long-term success through teamwork. Valovirta's contributions to the company include insights shared through the 'People Of Solita' blog, where he discusses leadership and coaching.
Previous Experience at Solita
Before becoming the People Lead, Valtteri Valovirta worked as a Project Manager at Solita from 2013 to 2016. During his three years in this role, he was based in Helsinki, Finland. His experience in project management laid the groundwork for his current focus on people and leadership within the organization.
Professional Background
Valtteri Valovirta has a diverse professional background. He worked as an Account Manager at Really Helsinki Oy from 2009 to 2012 and served as Chief Operating Officer at Valve for one year from 2012 to 2013. Prior to these roles, he was a Sales Manager at Oscar Software Oy from 2007 to 2009. His early career included positions as a trainee at Nokian Tyres plc and as a Call Center employee at OpusCapita Oy.
Education and Qualifications
Valtteri Valovirta holds a Master of Science degree from Tampereen yliopisto, where he studied from 2003 to 2008. Additionally, he completed a Degree in Marketing Communications at Markkinointi Instituutti from 2010 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in business integration and leadership.
Coaching and Leadership Philosophy
Valtteri Valovirta is committed to continuous improvement as a coach and human leader. He draws motivation from his interactions with coworkers and customers, as well as his coaching experiences. His leadership philosophy advocates for iterative work processes and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in achieving long-term success.