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Advania appoints Janne Ahonen as CEO of Advania Finland
Advania is pleased to announce the appointment of Janne Ahonen as CEO of Advania Finland, effective April 2025.
At Advania, the focus is clear: helping customers grow by delivering technology solutions that are practical, reliable, and forward-looking. With the appointment of Janne Ahonen, Advania Finland strengthens its ability to guide businesses through digital transformation and create lasting value for clients and partners alike.
Janne brings more than 20 years of international leadership experience in IT consulting, financial services, and digital business. He has held senior roles at HiQ Finland, Atos, Ernst & Young, and Accenture, leading complex transformation projects and building strong, collaborative teams across multiple markets. His leadership is shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a clear belief in transparent communication and fairness — qualities that resonate with Advania’s customer-centered approach.
“Advania is a company that puts people and customers at the heart of everything it does,” says Janne Ahonen. “Its culture of being approachable, pragmatic, and focused on helping businesses succeed aligns closely with how I lead. I look forward to working with the talented team in Finland to continue building strong relationships with customers and partners and supporting their growth through smart technology solutions.”
Advania also thanks Atte Kekkonen for his leadership of Advania Finland. Atte will continue in his role during the transition period, ensuring continuity and stability. After the handover, he will remain connected to the company as a shareholder, reflecting his ongoing belief in Advania’s long-term vision.
“We’re grateful to Atte for his contribution and leadership,” says Hege Støre, CEO of Advania. “Finland is a key market for us, and we’re excited to welcome Janne as we continue supporting customers with solutions that help them navigate change, seize opportunities, and succeed.”
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Advania delivers comprehensive IT services across seven markets in the Nordics, the UK, and Ireland. From its origins as a 1939 office equipment repair workshop in Iceland, the company has evolved into a leading Northern European IT services provider, helping organizations navigate digital transformation and AI adoption as a trusted neutral partner.
Serving mid-market enterprises and public sector organizations through managed services, hardware, software, and professional services, Advania provides vendor-neutral guidance on technology solutions without platform constraints. With over 5,000 employees, the company's decentralized culture empowers local decision-making while maintaining consistent service excellence.
Advania is a portfolio company managed by Private Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives.