Pyry Virrantaus

Compute Nordic Ltd is a developer and operator of next-generation AI and high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure in the Nordics. The company focuses on building and operating large-scale, sustainable data center facilities that provide advanced computing capacity for AI, cloud, and enterprise workloads. Leveraging the Nordic region’s renewable energy resources, stable infrastructure, and strategic location, Compute Nordic enables global technology companies to deploy scalable and energy-efficient digital infrastructure while supporting regional economic growth and technological innovation.

Rebelvolt develops and manufactures advanced mobile battery-powered generators (e-Generators) for defense and industrial applications. These e-Generators deliver a clean, quiet, and maintenance-free alternative to traditional diesel units—reducing lifecycle costs by over 70% while eliminating noise and emissions.

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Pioneered digital transformation in construction through SaaS offerings enabled by AI, cloud and IoT. Achieved construction industry recognition with the World of Digital Building Environment 2024 Award. Established new business operations, resulting in partnerships with over 20 customers across nine countries.

Leading Capgemini's Cloud Infrastructure Services business in the Nordics, 90M€ P&L responsibility, team of over 20 Account Executives. The portfolio included consulting services (e.g. cloud transformation, cyber security) and managed services (e.g. hybrid cloud, service integration). Business included over 20 large accounts in Sweden, Finland, and Norway. Member of both Scandinavia and Finland management teams as well as Cloud Infrastructure management team UK & North Europe.

Managing portfolio of large accounts in the Nordics and leading a multinational account executive team, €40 m revenue in both consultancy and managed services. Leading Nordic Cloud Infrastructure services marketing function. Member of Nordic Cloud Infrastructure Services management team.

Leading IT infrastructure service organization for manufacturing, retail, logistics and forest industries with over 50 customers in the Nordics and Russia. Annual revenues of €160 million and up to 280 people in six countries working for customer success and account focused sales. Management team member of both Tieto Managed Services (3000 people, €450m revenue) and Tieto Manufacturing, Retail and Logistics industry group. (350 people, €300m revenue).

Sales lead for Accenture technology services (ERP) and outsourcing (IT, BPO) in Resources operating group (Nordic). Successful track record of closing large deals of up to 35 M€ and exceeding sales targets. Leading large multinational deal teams from deal qualification to deal closure.

Managing and leading outsourcing advisory competence. Started the Finnish compentency from scratch. Project manager and senior advisor in large outsourcing assignments (IT, BPO, R&D) for international clients. Average engagement feedback 4.5/5.

Responsibility to lead the service organization of 50 IT professionals (software developers & IT outsourcing service operators), member of the management team. Developed outsourcing services portfolio with end-to-end responsibilities. Built software development, outsourcing, and support organizations that delivered 99.99% service availability for global clients like Nokia and Symbol. Infrastructure environment included over 200 servers. Cidercone was the second fastest growing ICT company in Finland in 2003-2006.

Several roles in HP (Compaq Computer until merger in 2002 and Digital Equipment until merger in 1999): Account Manager, Nokia Global Account: Responsible for HP Service Sales to Nokia. Concentration area included Outsourcing services. Engagement Manager: Sales of the outsourcing and system management services. The customer base included HP’s biggest customers in Finland. I won the award for the best sales performance in HP Services in Finland in 2002 Sales Manager: Sales and business management of Business Critical Services portfolio consisting of a wide range of consulting and support services for the critical IT systems. The customer base included Compaq’s biggest customers in Finland (Nordea, Sonera, Radiolinja, etc). Senior Consultant: I was responsible for the team of consultants delivering the Business Critical High Availability consulting services. I also developed, marketed and sold the related high-end support services. The customer base of these services included Compaq’s biggest customers in Finland (Nordea, Sonera, Radiolinja, etc).