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| alma_mater = Helsinki University of Technology (now Aalto University) | | alma_mater = Helsinki University of Technology (now Aalto University) | ||
| occupation = Business Executive, Technology Industry Leader | | occupation = Business Executive, Technology Industry Leader | ||
| years_active = | | years_active = 1990-2025 | ||
| employer = [[Nokia|Nokia Corporation]] (former) | | employer = [[Nokia|Nokia Corporation]] (former) | ||
| organization = Nokia Corporation | | organization = Nokia Corporation | ||
| title = Former President and CEO ( | | title = Former President and CEO (2020-2025) | ||
| term = August 2020 | | term = August 2020 - March 2025 | ||
| predecessor = Rajeev Suri | | predecessor = Rajeev Suri | ||
| successor = Justin Hotard | | successor = Justin Hotard | ||
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| children = Information private | | children = Information private | ||
| parents = Information private | | parents = Information private | ||
| net_worth = {{increase}} US$ | | net_worth = {{increase}} US$20-40 million (estimate, December 2024)<ref name="networth">[https://www.forbes.com/profile/pekka-lundmark/ Pekka Lundmark Profile], Forbes, 2024</ref> | ||
| salary = €6.5 million (2023)<ref name="compensation">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/investors/corporate-governance Nokia Annual Report 2023], Nokia Corporation</ref> | | salary = €6.5 million (2023)<ref name="compensation">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/investors/corporate-governance Nokia Annual Report 2023], Nokia Corporation</ref> | ||
| awards = Business leadership recognition | | awards = Business leadership recognition | ||
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'''Pekka Lundmark''' (born December 9, 1963) is a Finnish business executive who served as President and Chief Executive Officer of [[Nokia|Nokia Corporation]], the Finnish telecommunications equipment manufacturer, from August 2020 to March 2025.<ref name="nokia-bio">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/company/leadership Nokia Leadership], Nokia Corporation, 2024</ref> During his tenure, he led Nokia's strategic transformation focusing on mobile networks, fixed networks, and cloud and network services, while navigating the global rollout of 5G technology and intensifying competition from [[Huawei]] and [[Ericsson]].<ref name="strategy">[https://www.reuters.com/technology/nokia-ceo-lundmark-stepping-down-2024-10-28/ Nokia CEO Lundmark Stepping Down], Reuters, October 28, 2024</ref> | '''Pekka Lundmark''' (born December 9, 1963) is a Finnish business executive who served as President and Chief Executive Officer of [[Nokia|Nokia Corporation]], the Finnish telecommunications equipment manufacturer, from August 2020 to March 2025.<ref name="nokia-bio">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/company/leadership Nokia Leadership], Nokia Corporation, 2024</ref> During his tenure, he led Nokia's strategic transformation focusing on mobile networks, fixed networks, and cloud and network services, while navigating the global rollout of 5G technology and intensifying competition from [[Huawei]] and [[Ericsson]].<ref name="strategy">[https://www.reuters.com/technology/nokia-ceo-lundmark-stepping-down-2024-10-28/ Nokia CEO Lundmark Stepping Down], Reuters, October 28, 2024</ref> | ||
Born in [[Espoo]], | Born in [[Espoo]], Finland - the same city that hosts Nokia's headquarters - Lundmark first joined Nokia in 1990, working there for a decade before leaving to pursue leadership roles at other Finnish companies. He served as CEO of [[Konecranes]] (2005-2015) and [[Fortum]] (2015-2020) before returning to Nokia to succeed Rajeev Suri. In March 2025, he stepped down and was succeeded by Justin Hotard, a former executive from [[Hewlett Packard Enterprise]].<ref name="successor">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/news/releases/2024/10/28/nokia-appoints-justin-hotard-as-president-and-ceo/ Nokia Appoints Justin Hotard], Nokia Newsroom, October 28, 2024</ref> | ||
== Early life and education == | == Early life and education == | ||
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=== Education === | === Education === | ||
'''Helsinki University of Technology ( | '''Helsinki University of Technology (1983-1988):''' | ||
Lundmark attended the [[Aalto University|Helsinki University of Technology]] (now part of Aalto University), earning a Master of Science degree in Applied Physics in 1988.<ref name="education">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/company/leadership Pekka Lundmark Bio], Nokia Corporation</ref> | Lundmark attended the [[Aalto University|Helsinki University of Technology]] (now part of Aalto University), earning a Master of Science degree in Applied Physics in 1988.<ref name="education">[https://www.nokia.com/about-us/company/leadership Pekka Lundmark Bio], Nokia Corporation</ref> | ||
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== Career == | == Career == | ||
=== Nokia | === Nokia - First stint (1990-2000) === | ||
'''Joining Nokia:''' | '''Joining Nokia:''' | ||
Lundmark joined Nokia in 1990, at a time when the company was beginning its transformation from a diversified conglomerate into a focused telecommunications company. He spent a decade at Nokia in various roles, gaining deep experience in the mobile phone and telecommunications industry during the company's rise to global dominance in mobile phones. | Lundmark joined Nokia in 1990, at a time when the company was beginning its transformation from a diversified conglomerate into a focused telecommunications company. He spent a decade at Nokia in various roles, gaining deep experience in the mobile phone and telecommunications industry during the company's rise to global dominance in mobile phones. | ||
=== Hackman ( | === Hackman (2000-2004) === | ||
After leaving Nokia, Lundmark served as President and CEO of Hackman, a Finnish consumer goods company known for kitchenware and tableware brands including Iittala. This role gave him experience leading a consumer-focused business outside the technology sector. | After leaving Nokia, Lundmark served as President and CEO of Hackman, a Finnish consumer goods company known for kitchenware and tableware brands including Iittala. This role gave him experience leading a consumer-focused business outside the technology sector. | ||
=== Konecranes ( | === Konecranes (2005-2015) === | ||
'''CEO of Konecranes:''' | '''CEO of Konecranes:''' | ||
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* Expanded globally through acquisitions | * Expanded globally through acquisitions | ||
* Strengthened service business | * Strengthened service business | ||
* Navigated the | * Navigated the 2008-2009 global financial crisis | ||
* Grew revenue and market share | * Grew revenue and market share | ||
His decade at Konecranes demonstrated his ability to lead large industrial companies through challenging economic environments. | His decade at Konecranes demonstrated his ability to lead large industrial companies through challenging economic environments. | ||
=== Fortum ( | === Fortum (2015-2020) === | ||
'''CEO of Fortum:''' | '''CEO of Fortum:''' | ||
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The Uniper acquisition later became controversial when natural gas prices surged following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, after Lundmark had left Fortum. | The Uniper acquisition later became controversial when natural gas prices surged following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, after Lundmark had left Fortum. | ||
=== Nokia | === Nokia - Return as CEO (2020-2025) === | ||
'''Appointment:''' | '''Appointment:''' | ||
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Under Lundmark's leadership, Nokia underwent significant strategic changes: | Under Lundmark's leadership, Nokia underwent significant strategic changes: | ||
* '''Business restructuring:''' Reorganized into four business | * '''Business restructuring:''' Reorganized into four business groups - Mobile Networks, Network Infrastructure, Cloud and Network Services, and Nokia Technologies | ||
* '''Cost reduction:''' Implemented cost-cutting programs including workforce reductions | * '''Cost reduction:''' Implemented cost-cutting programs including workforce reductions | ||
* '''5G leadership:''' Positioned Nokia as a key vendor in global 5G network deployments | * '''5G leadership:''' Positioned Nokia as a key vendor in global 5G network deployments | ||
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'''Corporate and industry roles:''' | '''Corporate and industry roles:''' | ||
* Nokia Corporation | * Nokia Corporation - Board of Directors (during CEO tenure) | ||
* [[European Round Table for Industry]] | * [[European Round Table for Industry]] - Member (former) | ||
* Confederation of Finnish Industries | * Confederation of Finnish Industries - Board Member (former) | ||
== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
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Lundmark is married and resides in the [[Helsinki]] area. He maintains privacy regarding his family and personal life. | Lundmark is married and resides in the [[Helsinki]] area. He maintains privacy regarding his family and personal life. | ||
He is fluent in Finnish (native), English, and | He is fluent in Finnish (native), English, and Swedish - reflecting Finland's official bilingual status. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
Latest revision as of 07:53, 22 December 2025
| Personal details | |
| Born | Pekka Lundmark 1963/12/9 (age 62) 🇫🇮 Espoo, Finland |
| Nationality | 🇫🇮 Finnish |
| Citizenship | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| Residence | 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland |
| Languages | 🇫🇮 Finnish, 🇬🇧 English, 🇸🇪 Swedish |
| Education | Helsinki University of Technology (MSc, Applied Physics, 1988) |
| Spouse | Married |
| Children | Information private |
| Parents | Information private |
| Career details | |
| Occupation | Business Executive, Technology Industry Leader |
| Years active | 1990-2025 |
| Employer | Nokia Corporation (former) |
| Title | Former President and CEO (2020-2025) |
| Term | August 2020 - March 2025 |
| Predecessor | Rajeev Suri |
| Compensation | €6.5 million (2023)[1] |
| Net worth | Template:Increase US$20-40 million (estimate, December 2024)[2] |
| Board member of | Nokia Corporation (former) European Round Table for Industry (former) |
| Awards | Business leadership recognition |
Pekka Lundmark (born December 9, 1963) is a Finnish business executive who served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Nokia Corporation, the Finnish telecommunications equipment manufacturer, from August 2020 to March 2025.[3] During his tenure, he led Nokia's strategic transformation focusing on mobile networks, fixed networks, and cloud and network services, while navigating the global rollout of 5G technology and intensifying competition from Huawei and Ericsson.[4]
Born in Espoo, Finland - the same city that hosts Nokia's headquarters - Lundmark first joined Nokia in 1990, working there for a decade before leaving to pursue leadership roles at other Finnish companies. He served as CEO of Konecranes (2005-2015) and Fortum (2015-2020) before returning to Nokia to succeed Rajeev Suri. In March 2025, he stepped down and was succeeded by Justin Hotard, a former executive from Hewlett Packard Enterprise.[5]
Early life and education
Background
Pekka Lundmark was born on December 9, 1963, in Espoo, Finland, a city in the Helsinki metropolitan area that would later become home to Nokia's global headquarters.[6]
Education
Helsinki University of Technology (1983-1988): Lundmark attended the Helsinki University of Technology (now part of Aalto University), earning a Master of Science degree in Applied Physics in 1988.[7]
His technical education in physics provided a strong foundation for understanding the complex telecommunications technologies that would define his career.
Career
Nokia - First stint (1990-2000)
Joining Nokia: Lundmark joined Nokia in 1990, at a time when the company was beginning its transformation from a diversified conglomerate into a focused telecommunications company. He spent a decade at Nokia in various roles, gaining deep experience in the mobile phone and telecommunications industry during the company's rise to global dominance in mobile phones.
Hackman (2000-2004)
After leaving Nokia, Lundmark served as President and CEO of Hackman, a Finnish consumer goods company known for kitchenware and tableware brands including Iittala. This role gave him experience leading a consumer-focused business outside the technology sector.
Konecranes (2005-2015)
CEO of Konecranes: From 2005 to 2015, Lundmark served as President and CEO of Konecranes, the Finnish manufacturer of cranes and lifting equipment. Under his leadership, Konecranes:[8]
- Expanded globally through acquisitions
- Strengthened service business
- Navigated the 2008-2009 global financial crisis
- Grew revenue and market share
His decade at Konecranes demonstrated his ability to lead large industrial companies through challenging economic environments.
Fortum (2015-2020)
CEO of Fortum: In 2015, Lundmark became President and CEO of Fortum, the Finnish state-controlled energy company. During his tenure:[9]
- Led Fortum's strategic pivot toward clean energy
- Managed €7 billion acquisition of 76% stake in German utility Uniper
- Positioned Fortum as a leader in Nordic clean energy transition
- Navigated complex energy market dynamics
The Uniper acquisition later became controversial when natural gas prices surged following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, after Lundmark had left Fortum.
Nokia - Return as CEO (2020-2025)
Appointment: On August 1, 2020, Lundmark returned to Nokia as President and CEO, succeeding Rajeev Suri who had led the company since 2014.[10]
Strategic transformation: Under Lundmark's leadership, Nokia underwent significant strategic changes:
- Business restructuring: Reorganized into four business groups - Mobile Networks, Network Infrastructure, Cloud and Network Services, and Nokia Technologies
- Cost reduction: Implemented cost-cutting programs including workforce reductions
- 5G leadership: Positioned Nokia as a key vendor in global 5G network deployments
- R&D focus: Invested in next-generation technologies including 6G research
- Geopolitical positioning: Benefited from Western concerns about Chinese vendors like Huawei
Challenges: Lundmark's tenure faced significant challenges:
- Intense competition from Ericsson and Huawei
- Margin pressures in telecommunications equipment
- Customer consolidation reducing bargaining power
- Market share losses in key regions
Departure: In October 2024, Nokia announced that Lundmark would step down in March 2025, to be succeeded by Justin Hotard, a former Hewlett Packard Enterprise executive. The change reflected Nokia's desire for new leadership as the company navigated changing market conditions.[4]
Board memberships
Corporate and industry roles:
- Nokia Corporation - Board of Directors (during CEO tenure)
- European Round Table for Industry - Member (former)
- Confederation of Finnish Industries - Board Member (former)
Personal life
Lundmark is married and resides in the Helsinki area. He maintains privacy regarding his family and personal life.
He is fluent in Finnish (native), English, and Swedish - reflecting Finland's official bilingual status.
See also
References
- ↑ Nokia Annual Report 2023, Nokia Corporation
- ↑ Pekka Lundmark Profile, Forbes, 2024
- ↑ Nokia Leadership, Nokia Corporation, 2024
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Nokia CEO Lundmark Stepping Down, Reuters, October 28, 2024
- ↑ Nokia Appoints Justin Hotard, Nokia Newsroom, October 28, 2024
- ↑ Pekka Lundmark Profile, Bloomberg, 2024
- ↑ Pekka Lundmark Bio, Nokia Corporation
- ↑ Konecranes Company History, Konecranes
- ↑ Fortum Leadership, Fortum
- ↑ Nokia Appoints Pekka Lundmark, Nokia Newsroom, March 2, 2020