Kultakeskus Group Oy

Ilkka Starck joined Helmet Capital’s team in June 2023 as a partner and board member. He transitioned to Helmet Capital from his role as CEO of an international software company (formerly Profit Software, currently Evitec). Ilkka had a total of 13 years of experience at Evitec and he continues to serve on its board. He holds a Master of Science in Engineering degree.

Ilkka possesses diverse expertise and experience, particularly in software industry products and services, as well as leadership positions in multiple companies in Finland, Sweden, the United States, and Germany. Throughout his career, he has been involved in various mergers and acquisitions.

Board Chairman of Helmet Capital and media contact person.

Sampo has worked over 20 years in the international technology sector, including being former Managing Director of nanotechnology company Beneq Oy. Sampo has also held various management positions at Nextrom Group (former Nokia-Maillefer) in Finland and the US.

Sampo’s core specializations are in the internationalization of new technologies, strategic planning and operational management.

Mats joined Helmet’s team in late 2016. Previously, he worked as a lawyer and product director for Elite Rahastohallinto Oy and as a corporate finance analyst for Mangold Fondkommission AB in Stockholm.

Mats specializes in domestic and international acquisitions, financial modeling as well as contractual and corporate legislation.