www.esdeeptech.fi        linkedin.com/in/erkkisoininen      erkki@esdeeptech.fi

Dr. Erkki Soininen

Mission

Helping Deep Tech companies transform advanced technologies into successful 

businesses by bridging the gap between R&D and markets.

 

Motivation

Deep tech companies face long R&D cycles, capital intensity, and complex 

commercialization paths.

 

My services bridge science and markets, helping clients 

set direction, focus resources, and accelerate growth.

My services   

Setting Direction:

Strategic Planning

Strategies

Business plans

Roadmaps

Portfolios

Identifying the Right Plays:

Opportunity Analysis

Market segments

Customers

Partnerships

Internal ventures

M&A support

Competitors

Driving Market Entry and Growth:

Business Development

Product-market fit

Go-to-market

Partnerships

Scaling

From Research to Market:

Collaborative R&D Projects

Project initiation

Project governance

Scaling with Discipline:

Performance Improvements

Strengthen strategy execution in R&D, Product Management and other operations

About Erkki

Certified Advisory Board member,
by Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce

30+ years of international business leadership from startups to global corporations
 
–Bluefors: product management, €100M+ launches
–Canatu: supply to electric cars, reactor licensing, 2M€ factory
–Elcoteq: €70M mobile phone deal, LED & Luxury Phones, global NPI
–Imbera: Chip packaging innovation
–Planar Systems:  Record braking TFEL display performance
 
Strong track record in strategy, product management, R&D, 
sales, manufacturing 
operations
 
PhD (Dr. Technology) in Physics from Helsinki Univ. Technology (Aalto), 4 patents, 50+ publications
 
Inspired by turning breakthrough 
research into products and connecting innovators, customers, and partners

Focus Areas

Quantum computing and cryogenics
Semiconductors, nanotechnology, thin films & coatings
Automotive and consumer electronics, microelectronics
Photonics, displays, touch sensors
Production and measurement equipment

My competencies

 

Strategic & General Management

Strategy, M&A, Board work, Building Teams, Systems Development

 

Business Development

New tech businesses, ecosystems, business planning

 

Product Management

Product planning, roadmapping, Product Lifecycle Management, Product marketing

 

Technology

R&D, innovation, IP, new product introductions

 

Sales & Customer Development

International B2B, negotiations, account management

 

Operations & Supply Chain

In-house/outsourced manufacturing, sourcing, quality

For whom, and how

Customers

 

 

Startups needing strategic guidance

 

Scale-ups expanding internationally

 

Corporates seeking external expertise

 

Investors requiring due diligence and insights

 

 

 

 

 

Flexible service offering

 

Advisory support –

consulting, advising, mentoring, coaching

 

Part-time roles

 

Interim leadership

 

Project-based work –

analysis, plans, implementations

What others say about Erkki

“Erkki is a strategic thinker  who always sees the bigger picture and  translates it into clear targets.  His supportive coaching style and cross-functional approach made working with him both inspiring  and educational.”— Direct Report, Bluefors (Tomi Elovaara, Product Manager)

 

“What sets Erkki apart is his talent for translating complex technical concepts into solutions that resonate with customers and inspire teams. His ability to see the whole chain, from product ideas to successful sales execution, is amazing.” – Manager, Canatu (Risto Vuohelainen, CEO)


”He interacted with customers with clarity and confidence, earning their trust through thoughtful dialogue and strategic insight.” – Co-worker, Canatu (Ilkka Varjos, CTO)

 

“Possesses rare depth of technical understanding and business acumen; makes sound, timely decisions and always delivers on commitments.”—Manager, Elcoteq (Patrik Åhgren, VP Technology and Business Development)

 

“Erkki is conscientious and highly skilled—detail‑oriented with a firm grasp of both current and  future technologies.”—Coworker, Elcoteq (Timo Seppälä, Account Director)

 

“A leader with exceptional ability to move seamlessly from technical detail to strategic context.”— Manager, Planar (Runar Törnqvist, Research Manager)

 

“Calm, confident, and thorough—his leadership creates trust and clarity  within teams.”—Direct Report, Planar (Brad Aitchison, Research Engineer)