Risto is a naturally curious individual—about life, work, and even cars—who is passionate about continually educating himself on the tips and tricks that improve everyday performance. He believes that developing a strong understanding of surrounding factors opens up more opportunities to succeed in dynamic environments, both professionally and personally. When selecting his career paths, Risto has consistently prioritized two key factors: his connection to the brand, the role, and the people, and the opportunity to learn new skills that will benefit his future growth. His career spans roles in logistics, sales, IT, and marketing, with a strong emphasis on customer-side operations. Through this experience, he has gained valuable insight into how these sectors function, the common challenges they face, and where meaningful improvements can be made. While managing multi-disciplinary projects, Risto has developed a broad understanding of how business operations impact individual departments and contribute to the organization as a whole. He continues to expand his skillset through ongoing coursework in IT, finance, and business operations, with the goal of one day joining a retail company where his diverse competencies can help enhance business performance.
