Joosu Kuivanen

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Co-Founder | Chief Innovation Officer at Enifer

Finland

Overview

Joosu Kuivanen is a scientist-turned-entrepreneur who co-founded eniferBio, where he serves as Chief Innovation Officer. With a Ph. D. in biotechnology from Aalto University, he leads the companys R&D in mycoprotein production from industry byproducts. Colleagues describe him as a highly talented researcher and a dependable team member who drives innovation from concept to commercial scale.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Cautious & Analytical

Price-Sensitive

They prefer to analyze every situation thoroughly.
  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Topics They Care About

Alternative Proteins
As Co-Founder and CIO of eniferBio, he is commercializing PEKILO mycoprotein, a sustainable protein ingredient for the food and feed industries.
Fermentation Technology
He leads the development of eniferBio's proprietary fermentation process, which upcycles agri-food industry byproducts into high-value protein.
Startup Fundraising
He has experience taking a company from Seed to Series A and has been instrumental in securing significant EU and private funding for factory construction.

Media Appearances

Enifer secures €12 million grant to build a first‑of‑its‑kind mycoprotein ingredient factory. Featured in Enifer (company press release)

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Enifer secures self‑affirmed GRAS status for PEKILO®, paving way for commercial launch. Featured in Enifer (company press release)

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Biotech start‑up Enifer begins large‑scale mycoprotein factory construction. Featured in Nutrition Insight

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Work History

8-2025
Co-Founder | Chief Innovation Officer at Enifer
6-2023
Board Observer at Enifer
5-2020 - 6-2023
Board Member at Enifer
4-2020 - 8-2025
Co-Founder | Chief Operating Officer at Enifer
3-2019 - 9-2020
Research Funding Specialist | Grant Coach at Tampere University

Education

Doctor of Science (Tech) from Aalto University
Master’s Degree from University of Tampere 1925-2018

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Exp : 15 Location : Finland Job Level : Leadership Designation : Co-Founder | Chief Innovation Officer at Enifer
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Insights For Selling To Joosu

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • Share as much information as possible regarding your product

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Joosu is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Joosu

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Joosu move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Joosu take some risk or not?

  • They can take risk if they are convinced that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Joosu

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