Jouni Mikkonen

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

VP, Head of Product and RD at Wirepas

Tampere, Pirkanmaa, Finland

Overview

Jouni Mikkonen is the VP and Head of Product and R&D at Wirepas, specializing in massive IoT and wireless connectivity. His career spans from agile startups like Jolla to leading large global teams at Nokia. He holds a PhD from Tampere University of Technology and recently earned a certification in AI Agents.

Outside of his executive role, Jouni is a vocal supporter of women in technology, actively encouraging his daughters career in the field. He fosters a positive team culture, celebrating his colleagues personal achievements and sharing nostalgic insights into the history of mobile technology, a field he helped shape.

He played a key leadership role in the development of the iconic Nokia 9500 Communicator, a foundational device in mobile computing.

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Informal

Persuasive

A combination of speed and relationship gets the best response from them.  They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies. They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.

Topics They Care About

Massive IoT Connectivity
As the head of product at Wirepas, his primary focus is on developing and scaling wireless connectivity software for the Internet of Things.
Automotive Technology
He previously transformed a consulting firm into an automotive product company (Link Motion) and delivered an in-vehicle computer platform.
AI in the Workplace
He recently completed a certification on using AI agents for professional automation, indicating a strong interest in applying AI to improve work processes.

Media Appearances

Jouni has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2019
VP, Head of Product and RD at Wirepas
12-2015 - 12-2018
Managing Director at Link Motion
9-2013 - 11-2015
VP Program Management at Jolla
3-2012 - 9-2013
Head of Product Engineering, Product Forward Center at Nokia Mobile Phones
4-2011 - 3-2012
Head of Symbian Technology at Nokia Mobile Phones

Education

1993 - 1999
PhD from Tampere University of Technology 1965-2018

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Exp : 30 Location : Tampere, Pirkanmaa, Finland Job Level : Senior Designation : VP, Head of Product and RD at Wirepas
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Insights For Selling To Jouni

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established

DONT's

  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jouni is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jouni

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jouni move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Jouni take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Jouni

Personality Compatibility


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