Atte Palomäki

Atte Palomäki is a seasoned leader in communications and influencing, with nearly 20 years of experience of building reputation, driving strategy, and getting tangible results through active and continuous stakeholder engagement in the international business environment. ​

Atte has industry expertise from finance, industry, energy, shipping and media. Prior to his current role, Atte worked as EVP Communications, Branding & Marketing for Wärtsilä Corporation. He had the executive responsibility for the long-term brand transformation, and thereby changing the corporate identity from an industrial manufacturer into a vanguard of clean technology. During his tenure Wärtsilä took an active role in promoting decarbonization through award-winning campaigns, effective partnerships and active media outreach. As a result, Wärtsilä became a globally recognized thought-leader in its industries. Also, the company reputation and brand value grew consistently, despite challenging market conditions. ​

Atte’s background in media, and his tight networks with journalists and leading communicators globally are invaluable assets in enabling him to provide a wide perspective and critical view into strategic decision-making.​

Atte holds a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of Helsinki.