Åbo Akademi University has conferred an honorary doctorate to Timo Ketonen, co-founder of A’Pelago!

Timo Ketonen, co-founder of A'Pelago, has been awarded an honorary doctorate at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Law. The entire A'Pelago team congratulates Timo on this well-deserved honor!

Åbo Akademi University writes as follows in its press release:

Timo Ketonen has had a long and distinguished career in finance, media, marketing and service design. He earned a Master of Science (Economics and Business Administrationdegree from Åbo Akademi University in 1988 and has founded and led several companies. 

As CEO of Aboa Advest, he focuses on impact investments and supports start-ups and growth companies, particularly in the blue economy and science-based sectors. In 2022, he founded A’Pelago Experience Ab to strengthen the vitality of the Baltic Sea through science-based business initiatives. 

Ketonen serves as chairman of TS-Yhtymä Oy, the parent company of Turun Sanomat, where he has overseen the company’s digital transformation while safeguarding its values and commitment to quality journalism. 

He is also chairman of the delegation of the Åbo Akademi University Foundation, where he has reinforced the university’s position both nationally and internationally. In addition, he has held multiple board positions and is a sought-after adviser and mentor. 

Timo Ketonen is conferred with an honorary doctorate in recognition of his significant contributions to the Business School at Åbo Akademi University – as a highly valued visiting lecturer, long-standing business sector representative on the Subject Cluster Council, and an invaluable sparring partner in matters concerning business demands on research and education. 

Access the press release here

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