Kimmo Pelkonen
Vantaa
Summary
Accomplished IT executive with a proven track record in driving digital transformation, optimizing enterprise systems (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle), and aligning technology with strategic business goals. Brings a unique blend of client and vendor-side experience, enabling well-rounded, effective solution delivery and stakeholder engagement. Known for a human-centered, results-oriented leadership style that builds high-performing teams and fosters cross-functional collaboration. Backed by advanced degrees in management and business administration, offers strong capabilities in consulting, program management, and business development, well-suited for IT leadership, interim roles, or strategic transformation initiatives. Currently seeking opportunities where I can contribute to organizational growth through impactful leadership, innovation, and collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Information Officer, Data Protection Officer
Oy Teboi Ab
Finland
03.2021 - 05.2025
- Directed enterprise-wide IT initiatives resulting in a 35% improvement in service efficiency through modernization and digital transformation of legacy systems.
- Oversaw implementation of a multi-million-euro ERP program, aligning with operational needs and reducing process redundancy by 25% in 18 months.
- Built and scaled a high-performing cross-functional IT team, boosting project delivery capacity by 40% through strategic hiring and development.
- Strengthened relationships with stakeholders and vendors, raising satisfaction scores by 30% in annual collaboration surveys.
Executive Advisor
Mintly Oy
Helsinki, Finland
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed a global IT systems carve-out for a multinational in 60+ countries; delivered on schedule under regulatory pressure with 100% operational continuity.
- Advised clients on digital transformation and supplier management, improving vendor alignment and reducing implementation friction by 30%.
- Provided executive coaching on tech and process improvements, strengthening leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
- Directed tech governance and risk mitigation strategies, boosting project compliance by 25% across international units.
Group CIO
Holiday Club Oy
Finland
03.2016 - 06.2020
- Transformed the IT landscape by redesigning the ICT infrastructure across the entire organization, reducing manual workflows by 40% and increasing operational efficiency group-wide.
- Ensured 99.99% system uptime and rapid disaster recovery capabilities by deploying a hyper-converged datacenter, next-gen firewall, and enterprise-grade DR solutions.
- Directed a €1M e-commerce platform implementation, achieving a 25% increase in online sales and a 30% improvement in customer satisfaction within the first year.
- Identified over 20 digital customer touchpoints through collaborative cross-functional workshops, resulting in 5 major initiatives to enhance the digital customer journey.
Chief Information Officer (CIO), Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Orton Oy
Helsinki, Finland
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Improved management reporting by expanding efficiency, pricing, and resource utilization metrics, supporting data-driven decisions and QlikView rollout.
- Boosted financial transparency and saved ~2.5 FTEs by digitizing Finance and Control workflows and integrating e-invoicing.
- Drove adoption of digital dictation and e-prescribing tools, enhancing clinical workflows and earning praise from senior clinicians.
- Represented private healthcare on the national 'Digital Patient Information 2020' committee, ensuring compliance and integration with THL, Kela, and SMT.
IT Manager, Infrastructure Services
Ahlstrom Oyj
Finland
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Directed global infrastructure services operations, managing a team of 36 IT professionals across multiple countries to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Developed and executed a comprehensive modernization roadmap that improved IT service efficiency by 25% and enhanced user satisfaction scores by 15%.
- Oversaw 10 major global IT projects, delivering upgrades on time and within budget, cutting system downtime by 20%.
- Implemented standardized infrastructure processes, increasing cross-regional collaboration and reducing incident resolution time by 30%.
IT Manager
Ingman Oy
Finland
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive IT management framework, improving system efficiency and reducing downtime by 25%.
- Managed the ERP tendering and implementation process, coordinating evaluations of 23 vendors to select the optimal solution aligned with business needs.
- Oversaw cross-functional collaboration between IT, finance, and operations teams, resulting in a 30% acceleration in ERP deployment timelines.
- Established IT policies and governance that enhanced data security compliance and reduced IT-related incidents by 40%.
IT Manager
Alldata Solution Oyj
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Managed IT infrastructure and operations, improving system uptime from 92% to 98%, resulting in enhanced business continuity and reduced downtime costs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement new software solutions, increasing overall employee productivity by 15% within the first year.
- Developed and enforced IT security protocols that reduced data breaches by 40%, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safeguarding company assets.
IT Manager
Alldata Solution Oyj
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Managed IT infrastructure and operations, improving system uptime from 92% to 98%, resulting in enhanced business continuity and reduced downtime costs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement new software solutions, increasing overall employee productivity by 15% within the first year.
- Developed and enforced IT security protocols that reduced data breaches by 40%, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safeguarding company assets.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership
Edu Effective Business School
Prague06-2023
MBA - Business Development And Management
Edu Effective Business School
Prague05-2024
BBA - Cyber Master
Management Institute in Finland
Helsinki03-2023
Vocational Qualification - Specialization Studies in Digital Business Development
Business Information Technology
Skills
- IT Leadership
- Digital Transformation
- ERP Implementation (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle)
- Project Management
- IT Strategy & Governance
- Business Development
- Vendor & Ecosystem Management
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Enterprise Architecture
- Change Management
- Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Service Design & Innovation
- E-commerce Platform Deployment
- Operational Efficiency Optimization
- Data Protection & Privacy (DPO Experience)
- Technology Consulting
- Program Management
- Human-centered Leadership
- Infrastructure management
- Digital transformation
- Cybersecurity management
- Enterprise architecture
- Information technology management
- System implementation
- IT architecture
- Technology vision
- IT service management
- Innovation leadership
- Technology integration
- Performance improvement
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Relationship and team building
- Leadership and people development
- Decision-making
- Client relationship building
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Chief Information Officer, Data Protection Officer
Oy Teboi Ab
03.2021 - 05.2025
Executive Advisor
Mintly Oy
01.2020 - 12.2021
Group CIO
Holiday Club Oy
03.2016 - 06.2020
Chief Information Officer (CIO), Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Orton Oy
01.2012 - 01.2016
IT Manager, Infrastructure Services
Ahlstrom Oyj
01.2011 - 01.2012
IT Manager
Ingman Oy
01.2008 - 12.2011
IT Manager
Alldata Solution Oyj
01.2005 - 01.2007
IT Manager
Alldata Solution Oyj
01.2005 - 01.2007
Vocational Qualification - Specialization Studies in Digital Business Development
Business Information Technology
Master of Science - Leadership
Edu Effective Business School
MBA - Business Development And Management
Edu Effective Business School
BBA - Cyber Master
Management Institute in Finland
References
Available Upon Request
Personal Information
Title: IT Executive