Ilkka Pentikäinen

Experienced and results-oriented CEO and Sales & Marketing Director with a strong background in international business. Proficient in driving change management, P&L optimization, and organizational transformations across diverse sectors, including marine & defence technology, entertainment & restaurant, and circular economy. Adept at building high-performance teams and implementing strategies to enhance operational excellence.Key Skills:Strategic Business Planning | Change Management | TurnaroundsManufacturing Process Optimization | Organizational DevelopmentBranding | Sales and Marketing Strategy | Profitability EnhancementCircular Economy Solutions | International Business ExpansionMaster of Military Science | eMBA, Henley Business School, UKWork Experience:SUOMEN ENERGIAMURSKE OY, CEO (8/2021-6/2022)Circular economy company focused on recycling of plastics, concrete, wood, and construction materials. Successfully increased EBIT and profit while driving growth in turnover and expanding infrastructure.LENTOTEHDAS OY (FÖÖNI), CEO (5/2019-6/2021)Led comprehensive turnaround initiatives, resulting in financial stability, operational profit growth, and increased wind tunnel utilization. Successfully integrated restaurant business and implemented strategic marketing plans and brand renewal.XO BOATS OY, REGIONAL SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIR. (10/2017-5/2019)Spearheaded strategic marketing planning and digital marketing efforts while expanding dealer network. Successfully re-entered the Russian and Croatian markets and implemented an outsourced production model.BOOMERANGER BOATS OY (part of INTERNATIONAL GOLDEN GROUP, UAE), VP SALES & MARKETING (10/2013-3/2016)Led international defense technology sales and business development efforts, driving significant revenue growth and establishing strategic partnerships. Successfully implemented a complete brand renewal and improved project profitability.DEFENCE FORCES FINLAND, NAVAL OFFICER (6/2005-10/2013)Held various leadership roles in the Finnish Navy and international NATO operations. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, operational execution, and leading specialist teams.Education:HENLEY BUSINESS SCHOOL, EXECUTIVE MBA (2019)Mastered strategies, change management, and strategic marketing. Dissertation: "Key Success Factors in Crisis Leadership." Engaged in real-world consulting projects for various industries.