Maria Ulvinen
Helsinki,18
Summary
Motivated and outgoing director of sales and partnerhips with 15+ years serving as senior leader of corporate partnerships and management teams. Proven track record of identifying and creating profitable business opportunities, qualifying authentic prospects and cultivating strong partnerships. Dedicated team leader committed to develop effective practices for best team success. Engaged with outside organizations to diversify connections and networks.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Partnership Manager
SOS Children’s Villages
Helsinki
2023.03 - Current
- Developed, led and integrated partnership strategies while executing due diligence measures
- Demonstrated proficiency with CSRD, ESG and SDGs
- Oversaw 1.1M€ annual budget for executive account management
- Developed and fostered relationships with new business partners
- Successfully motivated and supervised a team to meet objectives
Sales Manager, B2B Key Accounts
Finnish Olympic Committee
Helsinki
2020.08 - 2022.12
- Established and maintained strong partnerships with key clients
- Created frameworks to optimize customer satisfaction in B2B sales
- Implemented effective marketing strategies and generated compelling content
- Led the digitalization efforts for educational content
- Collaborated with fellow teammates on digital projects
Network Team Leader and Advisor
Finnish Olympic Committee
Helsinki
2015.01 - 2020.07
- Effectively managed large-scale projects in the field of physical activity cooperation
- Achieved significant improvements in network KPIs through strategic management
- Designed and executed digital solutions for efficient operative management
- Utilized research findings to drive the creation of valuable service products for business partners
- Digitalization for educational content
- Implemented successful strategies to guide and motivate team members
Amazon Business Owner
Wauniq Ky
Helsinki
2017.11 - 2020.06
- Conducted market research to identify new products and trends in the Amazon Marketplace
- Leveraged social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook Ads for increased brand awareness
- Optimized product page content using SEO best practices for improved organic ranking
- Implemented systems for tracking sales performance and analyzing data trends in order to maximize profitability
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders, such as suppliers and vendors, in order to secure advantageous terms for the company
Sales and Marketing Manager
Falck Oy
Helsinki
2012.05 - 2014.12
- Took charge of driving markcom and sales efforts in Finland
- Developed and executed innovative strategies to optimize online conversions while boosting organic traffic in brand marketing
- Executed product launch strategies for new concepts
- Played a leading role in both the management and Nordic development teams.
Business and Marketing Coach
Entrepreneur
Helsinki
2011.02 - 2013.12
- Provided expert guidance to support SMEs in optimizing sales and marketing efforts
- Executed tactic marketing strategies to drive growth and success for small businesses
Account Director, B2B Marketing Projects
Louder Finland Oy
Helsinki
2010.12 - 2011.08
- Directed multiple marketing projects for business clients while overseeing team operations
- Successfully acquired new customers within an annual sales budget of 800,000€
- Innovated and executed comprehensive marketing plans targeting B2B customers
Project Manager, Brand Awareness
Delta Motor Oy | Kia Motor Finland
Helsinki
2005.06 - 2008.05
- Effectively handled the financial aspects of a Brand Development-project valued at 3 Meur
- Created innovative in-store marketing concepts for 36 flagship stores in Finland
- Collaborated with top management and marketing team to produce brand manual
Account Manager, B2B IT Sales
Canon Oy
Helsinki
2003.10 - 2005.05
- Spearheaded the sales of IT solutions in an SME setting and managing a yearly budget of 600,000 EUR
- Managed and supported a portfolio of 120 B-to-B customers
Project Manager, Workplace Design Consultant
Entrepreneur
Helsinki
2001.12 - 2003.09
- Delivered Design Management services to business customers within a network of small entrepreneurs
- Introduced creative solutions for expanding service portfolio
Marketing Assistant
Hewlett-Packard Oy
Helsinki
2000.05 - 2001.11
- Supported the consumer marketing team in Finland by performing various administrative tasks
Education
Incubator Pathways -program -
Aalto University
Helsinki2024-03
Customer Excellence -training -
Pro Growth Consulting
Helsinki12.2022
Network Leadership diploma with health and wellbeing services -
Laurea University of Applied Sciences
Vantaa12.2021
Influential Speech -course -
Rate Education
Helsinki2019-05
Behavioral Science studies -
Aalto University
Helsinki2018-05
Amazon Mastery -coaching -
Oneself Ltd
12.2017
Branding studies -
University of Eastern Finland
Joensuu2010-12
Trainer -coaching -
Junior Chamber International
Stockholm12.2006
Sales Manager -training -
Mercuri International
Helsinki12.2005
BBA International Business -
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
Helsinki2001-12
Entrepreneur degree for SMEs -
Institute For Enterprise Management
05.1998
High School matriculation -
High School
1997-05
Skills
- Proposal Development
- Customer Engagement
- Negotiation
- Partnership Development
- Sales strategy
- Coaching and Mentoring
Other Organizations and volunteering
- Member of Education and Culture Committee, Tuusula, 2021 - (current)
- Board Member, Tuusula Ice Hockey Hall ltd, 2021 - (current)
- Member of Welfare and Health Committee, Tuusula, 2022 - 2023
- Board Member, Youth Academy, 2020 - 2022
- Team Captain, PKKU soccer team, 2018 - 2020
- Member of Junior Chamber International | Havis Amanda JCI, 2005 - 2017
Timeline
Corporate Partnership Manager
SOS Children’s Villages
2023.03 - Current
Sales Manager, B2B Key Accounts
Finnish Olympic Committee
2020.08 - 2022.12
Amazon Business Owner
Wauniq Ky
2017.11 - 2020.06
Network Team Leader and Advisor
Finnish Olympic Committee
2015.01 - 2020.07
Sales and Marketing Manager
Falck Oy
2012.05 - 2014.12
Business and Marketing Coach
Entrepreneur
2011.02 - 2013.12
Account Director, B2B Marketing Projects
Louder Finland Oy
2010.12 - 2011.08
Project Manager, Brand Awareness
Delta Motor Oy | Kia Motor Finland
2005.06 - 2008.05
Account Manager, B2B IT Sales
Canon Oy
2003.10 - 2005.05
Project Manager, Workplace Design Consultant
Entrepreneur
2001.12 - 2003.09
Marketing Assistant
Hewlett-Packard Oy
2000.05 - 2001.11
Incubator Pathways -program -
Aalto University
Customer Excellence -training -
Pro Growth Consulting
Network Leadership diploma with health and wellbeing services -
Laurea University of Applied Sciences
Influential Speech -course -
Rate Education
Behavioral Science studies -
Aalto University
Amazon Mastery -coaching -
Oneself Ltd
Branding studies -
University of Eastern Finland
Trainer -coaching -
Junior Chamber International
Sales Manager -training -
Mercuri International
BBA International Business -
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
Entrepreneur degree for SMEs -
Institute For Enterprise Management
High School matriculation -
High School