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Nordic wealth manager Evli brings in Kaisa Paatsola to scale int’l business
Nordic wealth manager Evli brings in Kaisa Paatsola to scale int’l business

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Credit: Evli, Kaisa Paatsola

Credit: Evli, Kaisa Paatsola

Nordic wealth manager Evli Plc has formed a new role to strengthen its global outreach and appointed Kaisa Paatsola, former head of Finnish business and client operations at Fidelity International, as the head of international business today.

The appointment underscores Evli’s push to expand its global footprint and deepen relationships with institutional investors, with Paatsola tasked with strengthening and scaling international operations. The role is central to building on the firm’s presence across more than 14 countries, where international clients already account for a significant share of assets, the company announced today.

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Paatsola brings more than two decades of experience in asset management and banking, including senior positions at Danske Capital and Handelsbanken. 

Evli Plc is a Nordic wealth manager providing investment solutions and portfolio management services to institutions, corporates, and private clients, with €21.5 billion in assets under management. In the first quarter of 2026, the company reported net revenue of €34.8 million and operating profit of €16.1 million, both up year-on-year.

“We have actively strengthened our position in international markets, and it is a pleasure to welcome Kaisa to accelerate this work further,” said CEO Maunu Lehtimäki. “Her experience and track record with demanding institutional clients bring strong capabilities to expand our international footprint.”

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Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

Authors

Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

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