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Degree and language skills helped Mariana Salgado into Finnish working life

The professional network has been an important support for Salgado in her career as a service designer
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Aalto Ventures Program is closing its doors

After 12 joyful, chaotic, and entrepreneurial years, the Aalto Ventures Program is closing its doors to allow space for new initiatives to rise. Read our letter to the community.
Studies
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Alum Salla Vainio: An exceptional generalist

Little did a young business student know that the most valuable lessons of her career wouldn’t come from lectures but from student union work. Over the years, Salla Vainio has found herself in many extraordinary situations in leadership roles around the world.
Aalto Magazine
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Borealis introduced working life to international students: 'We learned from them, too'

The sixth edition of the Aalto International Talent group mentoring programme brought together over 150 international students and 14 companies.
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Aalto International Talent -ohjelman osallistujia vierailulla mentoriyrityksessään.

Growth entrepreneur Teemu Myllymäki: I wanted to see where the rabbit hole leads

An entrepreneurial mindset and the lessons learned during doctoral studies at 911 have helped Teemu Myllymäki to become a founding partner and CEO of Measurlabs, a company selling chemical measurement services.
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Growth entrepreneur Teemu Myllymäki

Alum Sari Ovaska: 'It was clear to me that I wanted to help create better workplaces for others'

Our alum Sari Ovaska broadened her expertise during her study leave, and transitioned from an auditor position to a new career in HR.
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Alum Sari Ovaska

‘Sport is the most important useless thing in the world’

Tero Tiitu, three-time world floorball champion, shared his experiences of combining studies, competitive sport and working life
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Alumni, salibandyn kolminkertainen maailmanmestari Tero Tiitu. Kuva: Krister Andersson / Bildbyrån STR

Heikki Poutanen: Insights from my life and the philosophy of the new People Know it Better fund

An alumnus of Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Heikki Poutanen talks in his own words about his life, career and leadership philosophy. With the substantial donation of Mr. Poutanen, 911 established the Heikki Poutanen People Know it Better Leadership Fund in 2024, the funds of which will be used to support teaching and research in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management in line with Poutanen's leadership philosophy.
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Heikki Poutanen

Alum Otso Sillanaukee: "Master's studies prepared me well for working life"

Otso Sillanaukee, an alum from the Master’s programme in Creative Sustainability, wants to make a difference in the world for a more sustainable and happier future.
Cooperation, Studies
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Alum Otso Sillanaukee

Minna Lukander is the Alumna of the Year of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture

Architect and CEO of Talli Architecture and Design strives to create functional and meaningful spaces and living environments that promote well-being, community, and a sustainable lifestyle.
Awards and Recognition, University
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The Business and Economics Alumni Association donated to the international student exchange program at the School of Business

The association's 100th anniversary in February celebrated a vibrant association.
Cooperation
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Kauppatieteiden Kandidaattiyhdistyksen jäseniä.

Lauri Järvilehto: Without the relevant data, AI starts to hallucinate

Lauri Järvilehto is a Professor of Practice who studies the relationship between the human mind and AI solutions. In this interview, he explores the reasoning, reflectivity and reliability of AI.
Research & Art
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Lauri Järvilehto

Donor Ari Koskivaara: Knowledge becomes outdated, unlike friendship

Ari Koskivaara supported the School of Business by donating shares, whereby the value of the gift is determined based on the market value of the shares.
Cooperation
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Lahjoittaja Ari Koskivaara

Alum Philipp Hummel: ‘Meaningful work revolves around three key aspects’

Our Global Management alum Philipp Hummel works as a Consultant at Bain & Company. For him, meaningful work revolves around three key aspects: broader positive impact, personal growth, and flexibility.
Cooperation, Studies
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Alum Philipp Hummel

Aalto EE Selected to Deliver Continuous Education to Enhance Green Transition Investments

The aim of the Service Center for Continuous Learning and Employment education is to support the implementation of green transition investments and the development of related skills and competencies.
Cooperation, Studies
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Person holding a green 911 umbrella in a snowy landscape.

Over 50 alumni and friends of Aalto gathered in Boston for the Dean’s Aalto alumni get-together

In the event, the participants heard the latest news of Aalto, learned about the US Government debt, and met old and new acquaintances. The event was hosted by School of Business alumni Tuomo and Tarja Vuolteenaho at their home.
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Alumni and friends at the Boston alumni event

The theme of the School of Business Homecoming Day was “International Finland in 2030?”

The biennial event featured keynote speaker Elina Valtonen, Minister for Foreign Affairs and School of Business alum
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BIZ Homecoming Day 2025, panelists

Alumni encounters from Duluth to Jakarta

Since the last summer we have met with our alumni in more than 15 cities around the world.
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Alumni in Bangalore event

Alum Niklas Huotari: Five tips to start your career

Alum Niklas Huotari wants to help people succeed in their careers, both through his job and as an active member of the Aalto community.
Cooperation, Studies, University
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Alum Janette Malmström: A business strategist guiding companies through change

At Monitor Deloitte, Janette excels not only in project management but also in providing valuable strategic insight to clients.
Cooperation, Studies
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Alum Janette Malmström