Helsinki-based private equity firm CapMan Buyout has announced the appointment of Maija Joutsenkoski as Partner, effective April 1st. Ms. Joutsenkoski, who joined the company in 2022, has demonstrated her leadership skills and strong drive during her short tenure, making her a valuable addition to the team.
A Decade-Long Experience in Private Equity and Industry
Ms. Joutsenkoski brings with her over a decade of senior-level experience in both private equity and industry. She most recently served as the head of corporate strategy at UPM-Kymmene, where she worked with a wide variety of businesses, stakeholders, and topics. Prior to that, she was an Investment Manager at Nordic Capital and an Analyst at Goldman Sachs Nordic Investment Banking Team in London.
Proven Essential to the CapMan Buyout Team
Ms. Joutsenkoski played a crucial role in CapMan Buyout’s investment in Hydroware last spring and has since made significant contributions to deal flow development. She has also established herself as a key leader within the team from an operational and leadership perspective. Currently, Ms. Joutsenkoski is a member of the board at MM Sports, DEN Group, and SARC Architects.
Welcoming Maija Joutsenkoski into Partnership
Johan Pålsson, Co-Managing Partner at CapMan Buyout, shared his excitement in welcoming Maija into the Partnership, noting her combination of long private equity and industry experience, as well as her excellent leadership skills. Pålsson further added that Ms. Joutsenkoski is a great cultural fit with the team, has been a valuable member of the Hydroware investment team, and is a key case team member in several of CapMan Buyout’s portfolio companies.
Maija Joutsenkoski: Honoured to Join the Partnership
Ms. Joutsenkoski expressed her delight in joining the Partnership, stating that she looks forward to continuing working actively with CapMan Buyout’s portfolio companies and team goals, together with her fantastic colleagues. She also acknowledged the company’s unique team and culture and expressed her thrill to be part of it.
CapMan Buyout: Investing in Small and Medium-Sized Companies in Nordic Countries
The funds managed by CapMan Buyout invest in small and medium-sized companies in the Nordic countries, and the team manages Buyout funds and looks for interesting growth stories, niche market leaders, winning company cultures, and passionate entrepreneurs.
Conclusion
The appointment of Maija Joutsenkoski as Partner at CapMan Buyout comes at a time when the private equity firm is seeking to invest in small and medium-sized companies in the Nordic countries. With her decade-long experience in both industry and private equity and her proven leadership skills, Ms. Joutsenkoski is set to contribute significantly to the company’s growth and success.
