HELSINKI-Nokia Corp. said it has appointed Tero Ojanpera as its new chief strategy officer and group executive board member, effective Jan. 1. He replaces Matti Alahuhta, who is moving on as president and chief operating officer of another firm, Kone. Ojanpera currently heads Nokia’s corporate research and development unit.
“During his 14 years at Nokia, Tero has clearly shown an ability to balance the strong elements of his technological and research background with Nokia’s broader business strategies,” said Jorma Ollila, chairman and chief executive officer of Nokia.