FOC’s advisory network brings together senior experience from defence, procurement, logistics, security, business development and international market entry.
Entering NATO-related and defence markets requires more than ambition. Companies need procurement understanding, operational readiness, compliance awareness and the right strategic networks. FOC advisors support companies with practical insight and senior-level expertise.
Defence Procurement
Understand relevant channels, requirements and practical next steps.
NATO Readiness
Assess readiness, gaps and development priorities.
Logistics & Supply Security
Strengthen operational capability and supply chain resilience.
International Growth
Build positioning, partnerships and market entry plans.
Legal & Compliance
Support documentation, compliance and risk review.
Meet Our Advisors
FOC advisors support companies with senior-level expertise across defence, procurement, logistics, security, business development and international market entry.
Timo Rotonen
Lieutenant General (ret.), Advisor
Senior defence logistics and procurement advisor with extensive experience in strategic leadership, materiel, procurement and military supply security.
Juha-Pekka Keränen
Major General (ret.), Advisor
Senior defence and aviation advisor with experience in operational planning, international cooperation and NATO evaluation processes.
Riku Mäkipelto
Major (ret.), Advisor
Operational and infrastructure advisor with expertise in NATO-related projects, logistics, host nation support and demanding defence infrastructure.
Markku Jämsä
Lieutenant Colonel (ret.), Advisor
Comprehensive security and national defence advisor supporting companies with NATO market readiness assessments and defence-sector preparedness.
Sampo Autio
Business, AI & Finance Advisor
Supports startups and SMEs with business development, funding, AI-enabled solutions and defence-sector quality systems.
Eero Pyötsiä
Lieutenant General (ret.), Advisor
Senior defence leader with extensive experience in operational and strategic planning, international cooperation and high-level defence administration.
Jukka Sonninen
Major General (ret.), Advisor
Senior defence advisor with experience in planning and leadership roles in the Finnish Army and Defence Command, including national defence training leadership.
Janne Ohtonen
Business & Technology Advisor
Business, leadership, process and technology advisor supporting strategic development projects, operational improvement and technology decisions.
Jarno Hepouro
Finance & Growth Advisor
Experienced finance and capital markets advisor supporting companies with growth, funding and tailored financing solutions for international expansion.
How Our Advisors Support Clients
Advisor support is tailored to the company’s readiness, target markets and practical next steps.