Jääskeläinen has an extensive leadership and business management background covering Nordic and Baltic markets. His appointment will be effective starting 8 January 2024. KiiltoClean Group develops and produces hygiene and cleaning products for professionals and consumers, and is a part of Kiilto Group.
Aki Jääskeläinen joins Kiilto from IF P&C Insurance Ltd. where he worked in international positions related to strategic management, business development, sales and service development, and business controlling. The current Managing Director Kari Laakso has decided to head towards new challenges outside Kiilto during January 2024 after handing over his duties to Jääskeläinen.
“We are excited to welcome Aki to Kiilto. He has strong and proven experience in developing and executing international growth strategies while also sharing our passion for creating the best customer experience and environmental leadership within the industry.” says Erkki Solja, Chair of the Board of Kiilto Family Group.
“Customer is and will remain in the centre in all Kiilto does. To me close co-operation, understanding the needs of customers, creating sustainable products and value adding solutions to all our customers is a never-ending journey which we all are dedicated to,” Jääskeläinen says. “Kiilto’s vision to 2080 and beyond assures that the journey stays never-ending. I’m excited about spearheading a company I see as a true environmental leader.”
As a leader, Jääskeläinen puts strong emphasis on people, culture, and continuous improvement. “I am more than enthusiastic about my upcoming role and look forward to what we can achieve together. Kiilto has very strong shared values and a clear strategy ahead. That combined with extremely professional and engaged employees gives a solid foundation for the future. I couldn´t be happier to join that journey.”
Further information
Ville Solja
Vice Chair of the Board
Kiilto
ville.solja@kiilto.com
+358 50 329 5211
KiiltoClean Group, which develops and manufactures hygiene and cleaning products for both professionals and consumers, is part of the Kiilto Group. KiiltoClean Group employs around 350 people in the Nordic and Baltic region. Kiilto is a Finnish family-owned company with a history of more than 100 years and a vision stretching to 2080. Kiilto's ambition is to be the environmental leader in construction, industrial adhesives and fire protection, professional hygiene and consumer products. www.kiilto.com