Timo Karjalainen

I am a senior leader and entrepreneur who has spent two decades at the intersection of innovation and business growth. My career is defined by building and scaling ventures, from founding startups with international reach to driving strategic change within global corporations. I bring a unique blend of strategic foresight and a hands-on, get-it-done mentality honed by my experience in Finland, France, and the UK.

My core expertise lies in corporate innovation and change management. As a strategist, I have partnered with senior leadership teams at companies like Deloitte, Euroclear, and Bekaert, and advised leading institutions such as the London School of Economics. I%27ve been in the driver%27s seat of business development and innovation, leading these functions at Smartum and now as a Director at World of Insights. I also understand the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a Co-Founder of the Crazy Town coworking community and a former board member at Impact Hub.

My value proposition is simple: I help large organizations to innovate like a startup, and grow startups to challenge the incumbents. I am skilled at working with diverse teams—from software engineers to business leaders—and have a broad command of industries, including fintech, edtech, and SaaS. I can help you solve complex problems and turn ambitious ideas into a reality.

I am an ideal fit for:

* B2B companies that need an entrepreneur-in-residence to help spark innovation and guide strategic change.

* Startups and scale-ups that need a seasoned advisor to build a robust business model and a culture of innovation from the ground up.

* Edtech and SaaS companies looking to enhance their product with integrated learning experiences and superior user value.

* Leadership teams in transition who need a strategic partner to align their people and processes with a new vision.

I am driven by a passion for helping companies create meaningful impact, while enjoying the journey one step at a time.