Otto Hakkarainen is a Research Associate at Stanton Chase Helsinki. His duties include conducting market, business, and executive research. He works on mandates across a variety of industries as part of the research team at Stanton Chase Helsinki, including cross-border mandates. Prior to joining Stanton Chase, Otto gained experience in the financial sector, working at a large Finnish insurance company. Otto is currently completing his B.Sc. in Finance at the Turku School of Economics and continuing his studies towards a M.Sc. Before pursuing his academic career, he competed in ice hockey at a high level, developing a strong work ethic, resilience, and a team-oriented mindset — qualities that now drive his professional approach. Otto’s tenure as the team’s captain made him grasp the essential role of leadership in organizations. Outside the office, Otto can be found on the golf course, at the gym, on running trails or engaging in academic pursuits. He also enjoys following global capital markets and expanding his expertise in finance and business strategy.