Salgrom Technologies Appoints Mikko Kannelsuo as CEO

The Board of Directors of Salgrom Technologies Oy has appointed Mikko Kannelsuo as the company’s CEO, effective from 14 October 2024. Kannelsuo transitions to the role from SHJ Group Oy, a company specialising in "last mile" logistics solutions. At SHJ, Kannelsuo
served as CEO.

Before joining SHJ Group, Kannelsuo served as Sales and Marketing Director at JOT Automation, a specialist in production automation and testing solutions for the electronics industry, at Specim, a leading expert in hyperspectral imaging, and at 9Solutions, a provider of smart healthcare solutions. He has extensive experience in the technology industry and business development, particularly in sales and marketing management, and in driving international growth.

Salgrom Technologies is a Finnish pioneer in fire protection, offering innovative, patented, and environmentally friendly fire suppression solutions. The company focuses on addressing industrial fire safety challenges reliably, cost-effectively, and seamlessly. Salgrom's systems can be customised to meet individual client needs and integrated into existing infrastructures, offering high flexibility. The company’s commitment to high-quality, tailored solutions has made it a preferred partner both in Finland and internationally.

"Mikko is an experienced leader whose determination and goal-oriented approach have left a strong impression on me. I am confident that under his leadership, the company will meet future growth challenges and fully realise the commercial potential of our innovative solutions," comments Markku Känsäkoski, Chairman of the Board of Salgrom Technologies.

Jorma Wiitakorpi, Chief Operating Officer of Salgrom Technologies, adds: "Mikko has shown strong professionalism and the ability to build highly effective teams in his previous roles. We look forward to working with him. His experience in marketing and sales, both in Finland and international projects, is invaluable to us as we actively pursue growth in line with our strategy.”

"For me, Salgrom Technologies presents an exciting opportunity to apply my diverse experience in the technology sector and international business development. I believe that open communication and close collaboration between the owners, the board, and operational management are key to success. My goal is to ensure that Salgrom’s strategies and decisions are implemented in a way that supports the company’s growth and development," states Mikko Kannelsuo.