Juuso Konttinen is an experienced professional in the field of biomaterials and biochemicals, currently serving as Senior Vice President and Head of Biomaterials Growth Business Unit at Stora Enso since January 2023, and also leading Lignode. Prior to this role, Konttinen held various senior positions at UPM from September 2000 to December 2022, including Vice President roles overseeing UPM Biochemicals and New Businesses & Development, with a key location in Augsburg, Germany until August 2011. Konttinen's extensive background encompasses roles in business development, global sales performance management, product marketing, and marketing specialist. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in International Business from Helsinki School of Economics and Business Administration, a Master's in Economics from the University of Helsinki, and a Master's in Forest Products Technology from Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan.