Dieta Oy is a leading professional kitchen wholesaler in Finland, offering not only high-quality products but also comprehensive services that create added value for its customers.
At the start of 2025, Dieta’s CEO, Juhani Järvenpää, contacted Ferovalo when the company urgently needed an interim leader for a key role
Järvenpää says,
We needed to quickly find an interim manager to take charge of one of our core functions and lead its most important projects. An interim manager was the best possible solution.”
Ferovalo responded promptly to Dieta's need. On February 4th, the assignment was opened on Best Best Talent Platform and after interviews with several qualified candidates, Kalle Härkönen was selected for the role.
Kalle Härkönen has over 20 years of experience in business and process development as well as team leadership. A people-oriented strategic leader, he is known as an enthusiastic driver of growth, a champion of innovation, and a deliverer of measurable results.
From the moment he stepped into the interim role, Kalle made an impact.
“Kalle showed excellent speed in onboarding and adapting to a new operational environment. His quick understanding of the strategy and context allowed him to initiate the necessary actions immediately, which quickly led to the desired change and results.” says CEO Juhani Järvenpää.
One of Kalle’s greatest strengths was his ability to quickly earn the trust of key people in the organization and engage them in the most important projects. His collaborative approach also had a positive effect on other development initiatives. Kalle earned the respect of staff—even when making difficult decisions—thanks to his integrity and fairness.
Kalle’s contribution to the management team was equally impactful. He integrated quickly and brought a positive, solution-focused mindset to leadership discussions.
“Kalle’s tenure has been characterized by effective leadership, strategic focus, and a creditable ability to drive positive change. I can unreservedly recommend him for similar interim positions,” says Järvenpää.
Dieta’s case highlights how an interim executive can be the right solution for:
And depending on your organization’s needs, interim managers can be engaged on a full-time or part-time basis— giving you flexibility without compromising expertise.
At Ferovalo, we specialize in connecting companies with experienced interim professionals—fast. Whether it’s C-level leadership, transformation, or project-based expertise, we help organizations navigate change with confidence.
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