Kari Lilja

Kari Lilja is an experienced professional with a diverse background in the electrical industry and communications. Currently serving as the Secretary General for the Sähkö - Electricity 26 International Trade Fair at Messukeskus, Helsinki, since June 2021, Kari has held various influential roles throughout a career that began at Schneider Electric Finland, where responsibilities included Communications Manager. Key roles also include Senior Headhunter and Marketing Director at Target Headhunting Oy, as well as freelance contributions as a journalist and communications advisor. Kari has experience as editor-in-chief for both Pientalo ja piha magazine and Sähkö & Tele magazine, and has held executive positions, including CEO of Fin-El Oy and Executive Director for The Association of Electrical Engineers in Finland.