Sonja Salmi Appointed Chief People and Culture Officer at Stora Enso, Starting January 2026

Stora Enso announced the appointment of Sonja Salmi as its new Chief People and Culture Officer, effective from 1 January 2026. Sonja brings extensive leadership experience, having served as Senior Vice President of HR at Stora Enso since 2019, where she has successfully led People & Culture initiatives across the Foodservice and Liquid & Cartonboard Business Areas. In her new role, she will steer the company’s group-wide People and Culture operations and report directly to Micaela Thorström. The company congratulates Sonja on her new leadership role, emphasizing her collaborative approach and deep HR expertise, which will significantly contribute to strengthening organizational culture and empowering employees. Her appointment underscores Stora Enso’s commitment to fostering an innovative and inclusive workplace aligned with its sustainability goals.