We’re happy to strengthen our Board of Directors with expertise in strategy and societal matters as Taru Tujunen joins the team in October!
Tujunen brings extensive experience in leading strategy and change in expert-driven companies.
– Growth in a technology-driven domain cannot be measured by financial figures alone. It's about creating value, meaning, and impact for clients and the surrounding society. If we succeed in this, business growth will follow. It's fantastic to join Reaktor, a team that understands growth in exactly this way – boldly and holistically, Tujunen says.
A seasoned board professional and communications, business, and strategy expert, Taru is also an accomplished author and former CEO of communications agency Ellun Kanat. She has also previously served as Party Secretary and Campaign Director for the Finnish National Coalition Party. With deep insight into global megatrends – and how they shape organizations – and extensive experience leading professional services organizations, Taru brings invaluable expertise to our board.
– Companies are increasingly impacted by various societal factors, from climate change to global regulation, today and in the future. Taru has an exceptional understanding of these shifts and knows how to turn them into strategy. Additionally, she has substantial practical experience in leading expert-driven work, says Mika Sutinen, Chair of Reaktor’s board.
New board
At the same time, life sciences professional Tanja Dowe will step down from the board. We’re thankful for the expertise Tanja has brought us throughout the years and wish her all the best in the future!
From October 2024, Reaktor’s board will consist of Tujunen, along with Lara Saulo, Managing Director of Fazer’s confectionary business, and two of Reaktor’s founders: Vesa Lauronen and Antti Mäkelä. The board's Chair is Mika Sutinen, a seasoned management and board professional.
Stronger industry specialization
In 2024, Reaktor revamped its global strategy and organization to further support industry specialization. Reaktor now has eight business units: Aero, Defense & Security, Health, Retail, Gaming & Entertainment, Public Sector, Industrial, and Cross-Industry. Going forward, AI solutions and Reaktor Creative’s expert services will continue to be developed as areas of expertise within the business units.
– At Reaktor, we have consciously made several significant global changes because we believe they will enable us to better serve our customers in all digital transformation needs. Taru strengthens our board with valuable experience from leading transformation like this, says Reaktor CEO Pekka Horo.
