Erik Ojala
Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary @Calamos Investments
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary @Calamos Investments
Chicago, IL, US
I lead all aspects of legal, compliance and regulatory matters for Calamos Investments and its affiliates. I oversee the 15-person legal and compliance team and offer expertise as a member of the 10-person executive team responsible for managing the business and setting the firm\'s strategic direction.
EDUCATION
Washington University in St. Louis School of Law
JD
Northwestern University
BA with honors, History (adjunct degree in International Studies)
International School of Düsseldorf
International Baccalaureate
SKILLS
ABOUT ERIK OJALA
I am a growth-focused professional with extensive experience offering legal expertise, competencies and insights to achieve long-term business milestones. Throughout my career, I have offered expertise to guide companies through numerous complex projects and initiatives, all of which required a high degree of diplomacy, communication skills and sound judgement. I am well-versed in leading staff and directing key legal initiatives in compliance with applicable laws, industry regulations and company policies. Major Strengths and Core Competencies: • My areas of expertise include strategic planning, legal affairs management, project management, financial services and investment/asset management, business transformation, risk management, and staff leadership and mentorship. • Eloquent communicator and trusted advisor acclaimed for accomplishing business-oriented solutions and achieving strong commercial results across complex scenarios. • Skilled in leveraging business acumen and financial acuity to enhance decision-making and devise strategic roadmaps in close collaboration with strategic leadership, staff, stakeholders and third parties. • Instrumental in cultivating and nurturing robust relationships with peers, senior management, stakeholders and clients to accomplish long-term mutual results.
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