Klaus S Viljanmaa
Founder & CEO @Ksvfinland Llc
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WORK HISTORY
Founder & CEO @Ksvfinland Llc
Wichita, KS, US
I founded KSV Finland LLC in 2010 for a very practical reason:I wanted to understand business from an owner’s perspective—not only as an operator.Over the years, I reviewed more than 100 companies and invested in around a dozen (over $5 mill) across fintech and technology. The portfolio resulted in multiple successful exits and one IPO. Numbers are one part of the story.The more valuable part is what I learned from the people.I saw firsthand where value is created—and where it typically breaks down. Rarely was it about the idea. More often, it came down to focus, leadership, and the ability to execute, culture & brand. This very same model works in different business sectors and different maturity phases of all companies. Through KSV Finland LLC, my role was often straightforward: identify where value creation stops—and rebuild it into a working model. In practice- clarifying strategy- sharpening business focus (OKR\'s)- accountability- and aligning growth with profitability.I have worked as an investor, board member, CEO, SVP, COO and advisor.But above all, as a sparring partner who expects results.This experience has been a direct foundation for my later CEO roles and 50+ business transformation and development initiatives.One principle has remained constant: Value is not created by plans.It is created by doing the right things—exceptionally well, on time, and with accountability.SUMMARY• Apply entrepreneurial knowledge and effective leadership skills to help companies and entities build and develop operations, produce actionable results, resilience, and create world class culture. • Partner with businesses owners to devise strategies that generate and maintain business development. • Identify absences or deficiencies of revenue-generating abilities to enhance ROI. • Hold management accountable for overseeing operations, strategy, and business development. • Implement business processes to enable growth and maximize returns.
EDUCATION
Helsinki Business College Oy
Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business
SPR
Henkisen tuen peruskurssi, ystävätoiminnan perusteet
VAPEPA
Johtajakoulutus, Johtaminen
Helsinki Business College
Bachelor's degree, Foreign Management
VAPEPA- Vapaaehtoinen pelastuspalvelu / SPR
Johtopaikkatoiminta, etsinnän ryhmänjohtaja, etsintä, ensihuollon peruskurssi, viestintä
University of Vaasa
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Helsingin seudun kauppakamari - Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce
TJ PRO, Bsuness
Etelä-Pohjanmaan kauppakamari - South Ostrobothnia Chamber of Commerce
HHJ (Hyväksytty hallituksen jäsen kurssi) i.e. CBM (Certified Board Member)
ABOUT KLAUS S VILJANMAA
Growth is never just a number — it’s a refl ection of clarity, culture, and execution.For many mid-sized companies, the challenge isn’t knowing what to do next, but making sure every person, process, and decision moves in the same direction. When alignment happens, results follow: profi tability rises, operations scale, and leadership gains confi dence to expand internationally.That’s the work I’ve been trusted to lead. With 20+ years of international leadership in Europe and the U.S, I’ve guided organizations through: • Business strategy design and execution • M&A, integration, and transformation management • Operational excellence and profi tability improvement • Leadership and culture development • Digitalization, AI, and data-driven decision-making • Cross-border growth and U.S. market entry • CEO roles from +200 to 50 employees companies.My focus is clear: build structure, empower leadership, and drive sustainable growth. – • Designed and implemented a 2025–2028 growth strategy • Lifted profi tability from ~2 % to 7–12 % within two years • Increased revenue by 35+% through organic growth and acquisition • Led full integration of an IT and cybersecurity company • Introduced OKR and KPI systems across all business units • Unifi ed sales, marketing, and brand strategy under one structure • Tripled turnover from 13 M€ → 40 M€, increased profi tability tenfold • Delivered a successful global brand transformation and exit • Protected domestic employment during restructuring • Advised SMEs in Europe and the U.S. on scaling and investment • Managed a 5 M USD private investment portfolio2014: Special project for Porsche Motorsport North America – relaunch of the ANDIAL racing brand in the United States. I believe sustainable growth is built on: • Clear strategy that connects ownership and operations • Accountability and trust within leadership teams
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