Jussi Saarinen

Jussi Saarinen has a diverse work experience, starting with their position as a Professional Hockey Player in the Finnish Hockey League from 2001 to 2009. In 2009, they worked as a Trainee at Oy Hartwall Ab before transitioning to roles in the hospitality industry. Jussi joined Forenom in 2009 as an Area Manager, later becoming the Sales Director for the Forenom Group from 2010 to 2012. From 2012 to 2016, they served as the Country Director of Forenom Finland, contributing to a significant growth of over 200% during their tenure. In 2016, they were promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer at Forenom, where they oversee a vast portfolio of serviced apartments and accommodations across Europe. Additionally, Jussi Saarinen has taken on advisory roles, serving as a Member of the Board of Advisors at Lahden Pelicans Oy since 2020 and working as a Business Mentor at Barona from 2014 to 2015.

Jussi Saarinen's education history includes earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Lahti University of Applied Sciences from 2006 to 2009. In 2012 and 2013, they attended a 1-year leadership development program at Hanken & SSE Executive Education. From 2020 to 2021, Jussi enrolled in the Aalto University Executive Education and Professional Development program, completing the Global Leader degree. Currently, from 2021 to 2023, they are pursuing an Executive MBA in Business Administration and Management, General at Aalto University Executive Education and Professional Development.