Rita Kerola’s Post

We're excited to announce that the Basware Elevate event, produced by our team at Professio, is a finalist in the Evento Awards 2024. This competition celebrates significant achievements in Finland's event industry, recognizing outstanding event executions, venues, speakers, contributors, and companies! 🎬 🎥 🎙 This two-day virtual event with thousand live attendees was broadcast globally from Helsinki, connecting with audiences worldwide.🌎 I look forward to the competition results that will be announced today! #EventoAwards2024 #Events #Professio #Final

One of my favorites Reshma Saujani. Happy International Woman’s Day!

Instead of a social media post about Women's day, encourage your daughters to embark on entrepreneurial journeys, lead fearlessly, innovate, and embrace bravery this Women's Day— My parents did! #thankful🙏🏻 As Sara Blakely expressed ➡️ "People have often asked me about the best thing and the hardest part of being a girl in business. My answer remains the same: being underestimated." ➡️ She stands among the world's top female entrepreneurs. Currently serving as an Owner, CCO in a few companies, sitting on two boards, and spearheading new business ventures, I still find a lot of free time. Encouragement makes a difference. Happy International Women's Day! #womensday #encouragement

By understanding the difference between your #values (what is important to you) and your #beliefs (what you think is right), you create room for growth and the opportunity to change your beliefs. You are defined by what you value, not just what you believe. If you resonate with this, give it a like!

Hello AI! 📷 Artificial Intelligence poses potential risks, especially in areas such as the misuse of image data. In just a few minutes, AI created pictures of me at the gym, surfing, and generated 120 portraits. #AI Do you share my point of view? Can one be everywhere at any time as time passes?

I have been a part of companies experiencing exponential growth. Now in the group of companies, COR Group Oy, each company is growing piece by piece. When I joined Professio’s board, our turnover was around €3M. After the acquisition from Wetteri Oyjs, Tieturi and Management Institute of Finland MIF Oy, it has grown to €18M in a few years, marking a 6x increase. The future looks promising. #teameffort #growthopportunities #aquisitions

Happy Valentine's Day! Today, as we celebrate friendship and connections, I'm thrilled to share a monumental update. Professio has acquired Tieturi and Management Institute of Finland MIF Oy from Wetteri Oyj, doubling our team and revenue, boosting it to 18 million euros. At the same time, we've created the largest privately-owned education and events company in Finland. 🩶 #teamup #acquisition #professio #trainings #events #valentinesday

Throwback to where it all began!💫 What would you tell your younger self today, and how has your childhood dream shaped the person you are today? I was recently looking through old photos and found this picture of my younger self. It's pretty clear that my passion for sales and entrepreneurship was already evident when I was 4 years old. But moments like these remind us of the pure joy and innocence of childhood dreams. Research indicates that reflecting on our childhood can be a powerful source of inspiration. It connects us to our core motivations and can reignite the spark of our original aspirations. When encountering highly successful individuals, I try to remind myself that every achiever was once a child with a dream. #childhooddreams #sales #entrepreneurship

Have you ever wondered what makes your life genuinely #happy? 🤔 After much reflection these seems to be the top three components for happiness: ✅ Enjoyment: Memories & People ✔ Role of Memories: Enjoyment is more than transient feelings: it's about how experiences linger in our memories.  ✔ Influence of People: Our interactions with people are pivotal. The connections we build, the laughter we share, and the support we provide and receive contribute significantly to our sense of enjoyment. ✅ Satisfaction Formula: What You Have ÷ What You Want ✔ Understanding Satisfaction: The key to satisfaction is nurturing appreciation for what we already have. In other words, you need to want what you have, not to have what you want. By wanting less you will be happier! ✅ Meaning: Coherence, Purpose, and Significance ✔ Coherence: Understanding why things happen, seeing patterns and learning from experiences, provides a sense of coherence in our lives.  ✔ Purpose: Having a direction gives our lives purpose! ✔ Significance: Knowing that our existence has worth and impact is crucial. ✴ In my life, I strive to maximize good memories by dedicating ample time to my loved ones and crafting new experiences both in my personal life and work. This pursuit brings me immense enjoyment. ✴ I've come to discern the significant difference between "what I want" and "what I need." There are moments when I think I need something, like the latest iPhone, but then I realize it's more about want than need. This understanding helps me to desire less, and paradoxically, it's this minimization of needs that fuels my satisfaction. ✴ Regarding meaning, I constantly endeavor to understand why things happen, questioning whether it's within my control or not. By not expending energy on things beyond my control, I find coherence. I am always goal-oriented, moving forward with purpose, which has been instrumental in my journey to 'crack the code of happiness' — enjoying the journey, not just the destination. Significance in my life is derived from the people I love and the work I do, both of which bring profound fulfillment and a sense of worth. ❇ Let's reflect: How do you find enjoyment in daily interactions? Are you satisfied with your life? How do you drive meaning from your life? #happinessexplained #hapiness #enjoyment #satisfaction #meaning HAPPY MONDAY!

As the Chief Communication Officer at Professio, it's a privilege to connect with leading minds in technology. A special thanks to Talouselämä and Anni Erkko for highlighting (AGAIN!!!) the important dialogue on AI's impact, particularly in education, as recently discussed by Benjamin Särkkä, a renowned hacker and security expert, and our CEO, Janne Kuusinen. 💪 🦾 #Criminality: New Threats in Cybersecurity: With AI's evolution comes new forms of criminality. In Finland, where the Finnish language previously offered a layer of protection, AI-based scams are becoming increasingly convincing, putting pressure on cybersecurity and digital world safety. 🦾 #Education Developing Skills for a Safe AI Future: Through education, we can develop both technological expertise and critical thinking, essential for the safe and ethical utilization of AI. Finland should invest in AI education! 🦾 #OpportunitiesAndRisks Preparedness for AI's Opportunities and Risks: The AI era is brimming with possibilities, but it also demands vigilance and new skills. By focusing on education, we can leverage AI's offerings while safeguarding against its risks, ensuring we stay at the forefront of technological development and build a safer future. Talouselämä : https://lnkd.in/dK66trqD 📝 #AI #cybersecurity #innovation #education #press #communication