Ville-Veikko Helppi

Ville-Veikko Helppi is a well-established and accomplished professional with a breadth of experience in business and finance. He earned his Bachelor's in Commercial Law and a Master's in Economics from the University of Oulu, Finland. He is fluent in Finnish, Swedish, English, and German, which has enabled him to work in various positions globally. Helppi's career began as a Consultant and Account Manager at Accenture, a global management consulting and professional services company. From there, he specialized in Investment Banking, specifically Mergers and Acquisitions, working on high-profile transactions for top-tier banks such as Credit Suisse and Nordea. Helppi then advanced to Private Equity, where he worked as a Board Member, CFO, and CEO for a variety of companies in different industries, such as financial services and packaging.

After spending over a decade in the finance industry, Helppi transitioned into entrepreneurship, where he is now a Co-Founder and CEO of multiple businesses, such as Kuuma Productions, a TV and media production company, and Keepon Innovations, a startup that utilizes machine learning to optimize energy consumption in buildings. His vast experience in different sectors and international exposure has given him a unique perspective in business, allowing him to identify opportunities where others may not. Helppi is a respected leader in Finland's business community, frequently advising and supporting fellow entrepreneurs and startups.