Meet the HEI Schools HQ Team

Pilvi Torsti, Founder and Board Member

State Secretary, Finnish Ministry of Education 2013-15. Over 20 years of experience in international education. One of the three founders of United World College in Mostar 2006 that has offered international education for over 700 students to date. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Helsinki.

Milla Kokko, Co-Founder and Board Member

Experienced business professional and strategist with deep knowhow in brand and concept building, marketing strategies and customer experience both in Finland and internationally.

Lasse Lipponen, Professor and Co-Founder

A professor of education, with special reference to early childhood education, at the Department of Teacher Education, University of Helsinki. Visiting professor and lecturer for early education and teacher training in many universities.

Anne Rusanen, Head of Design and Co-Founder

Design and creative director with 15 years of experience in brand building, concept designing, and marketing communications for leading companies and organizations.