As earlier informed today by Amer Sports Corporation, Mikko Moilanen, M.Sc EE, (45 years) has been named President of Suunto Oy starting on March 17, 2010. At the same time, Juha Pinomaa, the present President of Suunto Oy, will resign from the company at his own request.
Prior to taking over of the President responsibilities Mikko Moilanen has been working in Suunto Oy as Director, Products and Services since January 1, 2010. Previously Moilanen has served at Nokia and held several international leadership positions for 17 years. He has a wide experience from product and portfolio management and creation of high quality products and services.
Following the nomination Mikko Moilanen will also be a member of the Amer Sports Executive Board, where he represents the Sports Instruments business area.
About Suunto:
Suunto is a leading designer and manufacturer of sports precision instruments for training, diving and Outdoor sports. Prized for their design, accuracy and dependability, Suunto wristop computers combine the aesthetics and functionality of watches with sport-specific computers. Headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, Suunto employs more than 500 people worldwide and distributes its products to over 100 countries. The company is a subsidiary of Helsinki-based Amer Sports Corporation with sister brands Wilson, Atomic, Precor, Salomon, Mavic and Arc’teryx. www.suunto.com
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