Nitor strengthens its international reach and client acquisition efforts by appointing Ville Himberg as the company's first Chief Commercial Officer in its history. An experienced software business and management expert, Ville Himberg joins Nitor from Futurice.
Digital engineering company Nitor operates in Finland and Sweden. International growth is an essential part of the company's strategy. Ville Himberg joins Nitor’s management team to support this strategy. With over 20 years of experience in the software industry, Ville has garnered extensive expertise, from coding and international business development to leading publicly listed companies. Ville worked extensively as a consultant early in his career and has since led sales and international operations in Amsterdam, New York, and Shanghai.
"Ville has the right kind of experience in technology and design. His ability to inspire people is combined with exceptionally good business acumen. I believe Ville's expertise will help us on our journey towards our future goals," says Olli Auvinen, CEO of Nitor.
Among his accolades, Ville Himberg was responsible for establishing and growing Reaktor Amsterdam from 2016 to 2021. His experience in practical software consulting, business management, and international growth aligns well with Nitor's long-term plans.
"What I find most rewarding is building teams that combine design, technology, and product management – creating exceptional solutions for clients with multi-skilled teams. Nitor has grown its business sustainably and built a strong operational core. Our service portfolio is clear and robust, providing an excellent foundation for expanding the ecosystem and forging new initiatives both domestically and internationally," says Himberg.
Nitor's clients are clearly showing a rise in interest in AI services and digital commerce, such as composable commerce solutions. A strong ecosystem enables diverse services. In 2024, Nitor expanded its services in the areas of strategy, artificial intelligence, and brand building with its new strategic partners, the creative technology agency Hi Shine and the AI-focused strategy consultancy Renessai.
The indomitable village of Digital Engineers surprised with authenticity and openness
Ville Himberg was drawn to Nitor's culture, where people do not have to leave their personality at home. Nitor’s Digital Engineers are a diverse group of people with varying backgrounds, where everyone is encouraged to be themselves genuinely. Nitor’s unique work environment fosters open communication and the free exchange of ideas, making it easy to integrate into the work community.
"In most other companies, it’s rare to see things like the CEO and a full-stack developer having a conversation about deep programming challenges over a cup of coffee—but not here. What unites Nitoreans is top-level expertise and true commitment to this community – it feels somewhat like the small, indomitable village of Gauls in Asterix. Professionals of the highest calibre, a welcomingly communal atmosphere, and plenty of discussions and laughter all around."
When Himberg wants to relax, he prefers to lift heavy weights, run fast, or shiver in an ice hole – as much as his daily life with three small children allows.
For more information:
Ville Himberg, Chief Commercial Officer, Nitor
ville.himberg@nitor.com
+358 50 586 5133
Olli Auvinen, CEO, Nitor
olli.auvinen@nitor.com
+358 40 509 6248
About Nitor
Nitor is a Digital Engineering Company committed to sustainable digital development. Nitor creates solutions to meet the changing challenges of business, with a lifetime guarantee for the customer. Nitor’s Digital Engineers harness digitalisation for creativity, productivity and new business. For its clients, Nitor builds future-proofing through digital strategies, AI and product leadership. Based in Helsinki, Stockholm and Tampere, the company employs a total of more than 300 experts. Founded in 2007, Nitor has been awarded over the years as a Red Herring Global Top 100 winner, Tivi Company of the Year and one of the best workplaces in Europe. In 2023, Nitor’s employer brand was awarded the top prize at The Magnet Employer Branding Awards. www.nitor.com/en