Rinne steps into Executive Vice President role as Mika Kekki transitions to UPM Specialty Papers
Susanna Rinne will assume the role of interim Executive Vice President of UPM Plywood business area effective 1 January 2025. She takes over as Mika Kekki transitions to lead the UPM Specialty Papers business area, starting the same date. This marks a strategic leadership adjustment within UPM, with Rinne bringing decades of experience to her interim role.
Rinne, born in 1970, currently serves as Vice President of Strategy & Business Development within UPM Plywood. Her career at UPM spans nearly three decades, including roles such as Director of Marketing and Sales Development. She holds a master’s degree in mechanical wood technology, underscoring her technical expertise. The recruitment for the permanent Executive Vice President position for UPM Plywood is currently underway.
