
Aamu Kontu
Combining her curiosity driven passion for art and hands-on experience in marketing and communications, Aamu works as a Communications and Production Intern at the Institute.
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Aamu Kontu is a Communications and Production Intern at the Institute. She is currently pursuing a BA in Popular Music Performance at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance while also undertaking a BA of Arts at the University of Helsinki.
Combining her curiosity driven passion for art and hands-on experience in marketing and communications, Aamu supports the team with versatile responsibilities such as producing content for the Institute’s social media pages.
She also works as a musician in London’s vibrant music scene, bringing this expertise to the Institute’s repertoire.
Other team members

Aleksi Malmberg (he/him)
Director
Shaped by extensive career in international cultural leadership, Aleksi grounds his strategic vision in fairness, dialogue and curiosity.

Sara Kärpänen (she/her)
Programme Director, Arts
With over a decade in London, Sara brings a strong curatorial voice and storytelling approach to the Institute’s arts programming.

Annika Pellonpää (she/her)
Administration and Project Manager
With broad financial management experience, Annika oversees the administration and project management at the Institute.

Kanerva Lehtonen (she/her)
Head of Communications and Development
Kanerva Lehtonen has built a decade-long career in London’s cultural sector. She has developed expertise in communications, community building, strategic partnerships, and fundraising.

Malin Groop
Chair

Tiina Pusa
Board member

Jeremiah Tesolin
Board member

John Webster
Board member

Heli Suominen
Board member

Charlie Walker
Board member