Anna Piela

Experience

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  Kaskärr Grönsaker Ab

  Apr 2011 - Jun 2011

  Sales Advisor

  I was responsible for customer service in a small shop, assisting customers in matters related to gardening. I worked at the cash register and I was in charge of maintaining the plants and the overall cleanliness of the shop. By working directly with sales, I came to understand the sales process better, communicate effectively with customers as well as keeping track of sales efforts.

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  Probba ry

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Grand Annual Ball Hostess

  Probba ry is the student organization of Aalto University School of Business, Mikkeli Campus. As the Grand Annual Ball Hostess I organized graduation for the graduating students as well as the Anniversary Ball of our student organization for 200 people. This position included managing the overall organization of the events, contacting potential business partners and overseeing my own committee. As a member of the Probba Board, I learned about time-management combining school with work, teamwork, project coordination among four people, and working under high pressure and timelines. Show less

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  Aalto University School of Business

  May 2013 - Aug 2013

  Summer Intern

  As the summer intern at the Aalto University School of Business, Mikkeli Campus, I was responsible of the program's admission process. I processed applications, calculated statistics based on them, and answered applicants' inquiries via email and phone. Over four months, I gained new knowledge in overall admission process as well as new skills, such as Excel, communications skills while communicating to prospective students, as well as organization skills as the task required highly organized mindset and eye for detail. Show less

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  PerkinElmer, Wallac Oy

  Jul 2014 - Aug 2014

  Project Assistant

  I worked in the HR department as a project assistant helping the organization in implementing the new Learning Management System SuccessFactors. My tasks included gathering learning data using SAP, testing the new LMS, and coordinating work among others involved with the implementation process. In this task, I learned new technical skills quickly as well as to work in an organized and efficient manner with tight deadlines.

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  Apped

  Mar 2016 - Mar 2017

  Marketing Coordinator

  As the marketing coordinator at Apped, I gained variety of experience related to marketing, communications, sales and customer service. I created a product launch plan for Apped's second app, researched the field for a competitive analysis, wrote content for Apped's website and marketing materials, analyzed the marketing efforts and organized events. I also took part in sales by creating sales materials, advising clients and using our CRM and billing systems. In addition to learning new marketing skills and an analytical mindset, I learned to adapt to continuously changing situations, to complete tasks fast, to take on challenges without second-guessing and to wear many hats; important skills in a modern business environment. Show less

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  Sitra

  Apr 2017 - Aug 2017

  HR Trainee

  As a part-time HR trainee I assisted the organization with a management training project. I reviewed materials and services for managers and built "a managerial toolbox", a Sharepoint site, to help the managers with their work. I wrote all content for the site as well as published an internal blog series to help with the change management. This task required good communications, writing and technical skills as well as an eye for visual design and timely project management.

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  Gofore Oy

  May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Junior Consultant

  I worked as a part-time junior consultant at Gofore for the summer of 2017. In my position, I helped write proposals for potential customers and took part in developing a new consulting service concept relating to cultural change in the face of digital transformation. I also assisted the consulting team in building their own value proposition. In addition to my tasks within the consulting team, I helped write and edit a book on the unique Gofore culture and developed a marketing strategy for its launch. The position required good strategic thinking skills, creativity and excellent Powerpoint skills. Show less

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  Gofore

  Feb 2018 - Oct 2018

  Management Consultant

  Gofore's Redesigning Culture and Work service inspires organizations to understand that culture is a fundamental component in digital transformation. We help bridge the gap between strategy, culture, and technology by bringing organizations face-to-face with how they work now and what capabilities they need tomorrow to foster business growth.Tasks/skills: data collection and analysis, project planning and follow-up, workshop facilitation, communication strategies, content production, business model building, branding, sales support, event coordination, marketing projects, PowerPoint, Adobe CC Show less

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  Posti Group Oyj

  Nov 2018 - Jul 2021

  Posti Next is an initiative to accelerate Posti's digital and cultural transformation. We are a community of forward-thinkers, committed to bringing new ways of working and thinking into the organization and telling the story of Posti unlike seen or heard before.Alongside my role as a Concept Manager, I worked with Posti Next and was responsible for driving the change initiative. My work consisted of community building activities, such as event organization, agile coaching and development projects, workshop facilitation, as well as marketing, communications and brand management for Posti Next. Show less

  • Concept Manager, Consumer Services

    Nov 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Producer, Posti Next

    Nov 2018 - Jan 2021
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  Millennial Board

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2020

  Millennial Board Community Member

  Community member in a global community for insightful young professionals. Millennial Board helps leaders to build their discovery skills needed for growth.

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  Miltton

  Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

  Working with our clients from various industries on their vision, strategy work, values, value propositions as well as brand and sustainability. I have facilitated workshops and strategy processes, generate insights, create content and try to challenge clients' thinking the best way possible. I also manage various projects ensuring timely and on-budget delivery as well as good collaboration with the client and within the team.

  • Senior Strategy Consultant

    Oct 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Strategy Consultant

    Aug 2021 - Oct 2022
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  Piela Consulting

  Oct 2022 - now

  Freelance Consultant
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  Scandic Hotels

  May 2024 - now

  Loyalty Manager