Joonas Soukkio, a Bachelor of Business Administration (UAS) and Master's student in Human Resource Management, began his role as Kaakko's new Executive Director on February 18. A native of Tampere, Joonas has extensive experience in the UAS student movement, political advocacy, and organizational leadership. He has served, among other roles, as chair of the board of the Student Union Tamko, on the board of Tampere University of Applied Sciences, and as a president of the board of the National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences – SAMOK.
"Joonas brings a strong contribution to Southeast Finland with his student union expertise and his relaxed yet consistent approach to advocating for students' interests." Board Chair Niko Heikkilä
"It's rewarding and enjoyable to be back advocating for the interests of university of applied sciences students after a short break. I'm looking forward to getting to know the different campuses and cities and developing Kaakko's operations." Executive Director Joonas Soukkio
Joonas is quickly getting up to speed in his new role, and the Southeast Finland region is becoming increasingly familiar to him. You can reach the new Executive Director by phone 0504777187 and by email joonas.soukkio(a)xamk.fi