Sara Kärpänen
Programme Director, Arts
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With over a decade in London, Sara brings a strong curatorial voice and storytelling approach to the Institute’s arts programming.
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.
Neicia Marsh (she/her)
Programme Director, Culture and Society
Neicia Marsh has 14+ years of experience in the UK/Finland. In her current role, Marsh is focused on societal matters within arts and culture.
Annika Pellonpää (she/her)
Administration and Project Manager
With broad financial management experience, Annika oversees the administration and project management at the Institute.
Malin Groop
Chair
Tiina Pusa
Board member
Jeremiah Tesolin
Board member
John Webster
Board member
Heli Suominen
Board member
Charlie Walker
Board member
Saejin Kim (she/her)
Productions & Communications Intern
Saejin Kim is a Productions & Communications Intern at the Finnish Institute in the UK and Ireland. She has extensive experience and a strong interest in international cultural exchange, the role of arts in societal change, and impact evaluation. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Arts Administration and Cultural Policy at Goldsmiths, University of London. saejin.kim(at)fininst.uk