Outi Mäkinen

Outi Mäkinen is the founder of Skilla, an agency dedicated to assisting small and medium-sized companies in addressing challenges related to people and growth. With 8 years of industry experience, Skilla offers comprehensive solutions as well as individual services tailored to specific needs. Outi's core competencies span across various areas including team building, people operations, business development, leadership, recruiting, talent management, employer branding, HR, strategy, leadership development, digital marketing, communications, B2B, project management, and account management. Outi's educational background includes a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration from Hanken Svenska handelshögskolan, a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business Administration from Aalto University, and a Ylioppilas/Undergraduate degree from Helsingin Suomalainen Yhteiskoulu. Outi has also participated in a student exchange program at the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg. Previously, Outi has held roles such as Deputy to the CEO, Recruitment Director, Recruitment Manager, and Team Leader at aTalent Recruiting. Additionally, Outi has experience as a Sales Intern at Management Events and in customer service at Helsingin Golfklubi.