Mika Tarhala

Background

About Mika Tarhala

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & SCALABLE GROWTH I am a Managing Director and transformation-driven business leader focused on turning strategy into scalable, profitable growth. My passion lies in helping organizations evolve; aligning structure, culture, and leadership to create clarity, trust & measurable results. ⏩ I’ve led transformations across SaaS & software-enabled services, the built environment, and industrial sectors. I specialize in bridging operational realities with strategic ambition: translating business vision into cross-functional execution and sustainable performance. BUSINESS IMPACT & TRANSFORMATION I have built and scaled business units, managed P&L responsibilities up to 6 M€ turnover, and improved profitability by 20% through structure, pricing, and focus. ⏩ At Ramboll, I grew a SaaS product from concept to market leadership in Finland, and led my team from Finland & Mexico. ⏩ At Arter (part of Total Specific Solutions), I’ve restructured the organization, driven AI and R&D renewal, and strengthened engagement (eNPS +25 points, top 5 % among European software firms). I lead through transparency, analytical sharpness, and genuine curiosity, connecting people, processes, and technology into a coherent whole. LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY My leadership is grounded in calm execution, fairness, and clarity of expectations. ⏩ I believe that structure enables clarity, clarity builds trust, and trust drives growth. ⏩ I empower high-performing teams through collaboration, clear incentives, and shared accountability. I’m known for translating complex strategies into concrete action — and for bringing people along by explaining the “why.” At group level, I focus on internal alignment: ensuring that strategy and culture travel consistently between local operations and corporate vision. STRATEGIC INTERESTS I am passionate about AI as a cultural enabler, value-based growth, and sustainable leadership models that combine autonomy with accountability. ⏩ Alongside my current role, I’m interested in selected Board and Advisory engagements where I can contribute to strategic renewal, scalable impact, and leadership culture development across industries. 🤝 I actively welcome new connections and dialogue with leaders and innovators who share an interest in growth, technology, and organizational renewal — to exchange perspectives and create new insight together. Summary: SaaS | AI | Transformation | Organizational Renewal | Cross-Functional Leadership | Growth | Clarity | Trust ⏩ CONTACT Mika Tarhala mika.tarhala (at) gmail dot com + 358 45 633 8O69