Strategic Advisors

FOC’s advisory network brings together senior experience from defence, procurement, logistics, security, business development and international market entry.

Expertise for NATO and Defence 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.

Readiness Assessment

Identifying gaps in capability, documentation, positioning and procurement preparedness.

Strategic Positioning

Helping companies communicate their value clearly in defence and NATO-related markets.

Procurement Preparation

Supporting understanding of relevant channels, requirements and documentation.

Network Development

Supporting relevant partner, stakeholder and market connections.

Need advisor-led support for NATO market entry?

Tell us about your company, goals and current readiness. FOC will review your inquiry and guide you toward the most relevant next step.