Jyri Arponen

Jyri Arponen has extensive work experience in various roles related to innovation, circular economy, and business development. Jyri currently serves as the Project Director at Sitra, overseeing the databased innovation program called "The Competitiveness through Data." In this role, Jyri addresses the challenges of sharing and using data in innovation ecosystems. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Lead at Sitra, where they focused on facilitating the transition from linear to circular economy in the Technology Industries, primarily through CE business models and digitalization.

Before joining Sitra, Jyri was a Programme Manager at Tekes, where they managed the Green Growth Programme and later led the Cleanweb programme. These programs aimed to accelerate the growth of cleantech companies through digitalization and consumer-driven business models.

In addition to their roles at Sitra and Tekes, Jyri has held various positions throughout their career, including CEO of Advertising Agency Satumaa Ltd and Head of Business Department at the Employment and Economic Development Centre.

Their earlier experience includes working as a Development Manager at the Ministry of Trade and Industry Business Services and serving as the Head of Unit and Finnish Coordinator at the European Business Network (EBN).

Overall, Jyri Arponen has a diverse background in driving innovation, circular economy practices, and facilitating partnerships between companies and stakeholders.

Jyri Arponen attended the MIT Sloan School of Management in 2017, where they completed The Executive Business Program with a focus on Strategies for Sustainable Business. Prior to this, from 1987 to 1992, they pursued their Master of Science degree at Turun yliopisto - University of Turku. The specific field of study for their Master's degree is not provided.