jarmo lehtonen

I’m an experienced technology entrepreneur and advisor, founder, and currently leading innovation and strategic development at Metabar Technology Oy—a company with an international patent portfolio in cleantech innovations across industries such as aerospace, food and mining. Our core know-how is a technology platform for liquid demand management combined with 3D printed advanced manufacturing method with metal components.

Following nearly two decades in international corporate roles, I’ve spent over 15 years in entrepreneurship, working across industries. My experience includes founding and mentoring startups, managing global IP portfolios, and negotiating strategic partnerships across Europe, the US, and Asia.

As a board member or advisor, I bring deep expertise in:
• Commercialization and licensing of novel technologies
• International expansion and investor relations
• Deep tech strategy, particularly in cleantech and industrial hardware/digital solutions
• Spin-off creation and collaboration with universities and research programs

I’m especially valuable to:
• Growth-stage startups with scalable technologies or IP
• Companies entering regulated or capital-intensive markets
• Founders navigating strategic pivots, exits, or global expansion
• Mission-driven organizations focused on ESG and sustainable technology

My approach is pragmatic, future-focused, and always aligned with long-term value creation.