Jyri Knaapinen

About Jyri

Jyri joined VALOR in January 2019. Before VALOR, he gained valuable experience working at an asset management firm. Jyri holds a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration, with a major in Finance, from Aalto University.

At VALOR, Jyri has been involved in client engagements across multiple client sectors and various type of clients from start up companies to large publicly listed companies.

Expertise

Jyri has developed extensive experience executing strategic projects collaboratively with clients. His engagements have often focused on the ICT, banking, insurance, and asset management markets. His functional expertise includes e.g.:

  • Developing go-to-market strategies
  • Supporting mergers and acquisitions (in multiple roles)
  • Conducting strategic projects, ranging from risk assessments to comprehensive business strategy process

Example of assignments:

  • Advising a publicly listed company on the financial aspects of a merger and acquisition
  • Supporting the creation of a business plan for a listed company, including detailed financial modeling
  • Crafting growth strategies by identifying, evaluating, and ensuring strategic alignment of potential growth opportunities
  • Consulting a Finnish listed company on acquiring a SaaS cloud service provider

Contributing to various go-to-market strategy assignments for both domestic and international markets

Education

Master of Science in Finance, Aalto University School of Business

Outside the Office

In his free time, Jyri enjoys a wide range of sports and outdoor activities. He is passionate about spending time in nature, especially fishing and hunting whenever the weather allows. Alongside his active lifestyle and dedication to his career, Jyri values spending relaxed and unhurried moments with family and friends.