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Johannes Laaksonen is a seasoned security professional with extensive experience in managing security and risk in complex peace processes at CMI — Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation since June 2016. As Security Manager, Laaksonen oversees security, safety, and information security in challenging environments. Prior roles include Security Adviser, where modernization of security management structures was a key focus, and Security Assistant, providing support to leadership in security matters. From 2013 to 2016, Laaksonen worked as a freelance journalist specializing in international, national, and corporate security affairs, including reporting from the West Bank during the 2014 Gaza-Israel conflict. Earlier experience includes a tenure in the Finnish Defence Forces as Chair of the Conscript Committee. Laaksonen holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management from Laurea University of Applied Sciences, completed in 2018.