Virve Johansson She/Her
About Virve Johansson She/Her
Virve Johansson is a Senior Service Designer and People Lead currently working at Solita and co-founding YuyuToys and Creaamo Oy since 2021. With extensive experience in creative and service design across various companies, she has a strong background in both B2B and B2C sectors.
Current Work at YuyuToys
Virve Johansson serves as a Co-Founder at YuyuToys, a position she has held since 2021. The company is located in Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland. In this role, she contributes to the strategic direction and operational management of the organization, leveraging her extensive experience in service design and creative leadership.
Current Work at Solita
Since 2023, Virve Johansson has been working at Solita as a Senior Service Designer and People Lead. In this capacity, she focuses on designing user-centered services and leading teams to enhance service delivery. Her role involves applying her knowledge of user and stakeholder insights to develop effective solutions.
Previous Experience at Claned Group
Virve Johansson has a notable history with Claned Group, where she held multiple roles. She worked as a Creative Director from 2014 to 2016, followed by positions as Chief Creative Officer from 2018 to 2021, and Head of Product Design from 2016 to 2018. Her tenure at Claned Group involved overseeing creative strategies and product design initiatives.
Educational Background
Virve Johansson studied at Taideteollinen korkeakoulu - Konstindustriella högskolan, where she earned a Master of Arts (MA) degree from 1990 to 1997. Additionally, she attended Markkinointi-instituutti, achieving a qualification in Mainonnan ja markkinointiviestinnän tutkinto (MAT) from 2000 to 2003. Her education has provided a solid foundation for her career in design and marketing.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Virve Johansson possesses a strong background in both B2B and B2C sectors, showcasing her versatility in addressing diverse market demands. She has experience working with Finnish governance systems, which involves understanding complex regulatory environments and stakeholder needs. Her passion for co-design drives her to actively involve users and stakeholders in the design process.