Press Release
Boyden Expands in Europe by Appointing Six New Partners and One Principal
New additions strengthen client support in executive search and interim management
Noora Tolvanen
Researcher, Finland
Noora Tolvanen has a diverse background in international business, with a focus on consulting. She has partnered with clients in various industries, primarily large publicly listed companies, to strategize, develop, and transform their organisations. Business acumen and multidisciplinary experience give her a basis for understanding different businesses, industries, and commercial strategies.
Professional Focus
- More than five years’ experience in management consulting, project management, and research
- Highly skilled in research and data analysis, client support and relationship-building
- Broad business expertise including growth strategy, transformation, change management, international HR management, leadership effectiveness, organisational development, market entry and internationalization, and global talent acquisition
- Extensive international experience, both professional and academic
- Native Finnish, fluent in English
Business Expertise
- Consultant at Verona Consulting, an international business consultancy; promoted from Senior Associate Consultant role
- Consultant and Senior Campaign Manager at Dunnhumby, a global customer data science firm
- Management Consultant at Capgemini Invent; part of the Customer Engagement team
- Project Manager at TBWA Helsinki, an international advertising agency; promoted from Project Coordinator and Data Analytics & Insights Trainee roles
- External Economic Affairs Intern at the Embassy of Finland, Washington D.C
- Foreign Commercial Service Intern at the Embassy of the United States, Helsinki
Sector Expertise
- Consumer & Retail
- Healthcare
- Technology
- IT Services
- Industrial
- Logistics
- Public Sector
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree (MSc) in economics and business administration (international business major) from Turku School of Economics
- Bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from Turku School of Economics
Case Studies
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Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office
Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.
A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
Transforming Operations in a Family-Owned Medical Device Business
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
A Regional CEO Search to Realise U.S. Market Potential for a European Family-Owned Business
A European family-owned business approaching generational transition recognized that its U.S. operation required more than continuity—it required growth. The challenge was to redefine leadership for a critical market while navigating family dynamics and cross-border complexity. Here’s how the right appointment helped unlock the company’s U.S. potential.
Blog
The “Three-Stepper” to Master Commercial and Sales Excellence in 2026
Discover the Three‑Stepper framework to master commercial and sales excellence in 2026. Learn how customer insight, talent, and technology drive growth.
Articles & Papers
Private Equity's Role in Powering the Energy Transition
As energy markets transform, private equity is driving the transition with diversified portfolios and leaders who can master both legacy and renewable systems.
Blog
Corporate Capability and Leadership Development: Unlocking Successful Strategy Execution
Discover how organizations can accelerate strategy realization by integrating capability creation, talent flow, and leadership development, ensuring alignment with corporate culture and business objectives for long-term growth and success.
News & Events
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Press Release
Boyden Finland Welcomes New Partner and Consulting Expert Petri Leino
Executive search specialist in innovation and service business development joins top leadership and talent firm in Finland
In the Media
Boardview: Boards Adding Value in Extraordinary Disruption - When Clarity is Not an Option, It is a Must
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