Welcome to the Portfolio of Antti Eerola
Digital Product
Expert
AI Solution Architect
Award-winning
Innovator
Hi, I’m Antti Eerola.
An award-winning innovator with 15+ years of experience
at
the helm of digital services.
Proven track record in product development, AI solutions,
customer experience, and design to drive business growth.
Previous work
Clients
& projects
I enjoy the most working with small, nimble, agile and fearless teams.
Olyns
Startup
HIGHLIGHT
HIGHLIGHT
Former Apple managers launched Olyns, a recycling
startup, in collaboration with PepsiCo and Safeway.
Leading my team, I worked on both hardware and
software
prototyping, incorporating Machine Learning and AI to recognize deposits.
Additionally, I implemented one of the first iOS NFC
Wallet Passes, which needed special clearance from Apple.
Disney
Enterprise
HIGHLIGHT
HIGHLIGHT
To enable journalists the ability to watch content
in
advance, I led the development of a Preview Service, a “Disney+ for
media”, to distribute content for review.
Due to the nature of early screenings, I ensured
that
the service met the highest security standards, all while maintaining an excellent user
experience.
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Handpicked
HIGHLIGHTs
HIGHLIGHTs
I have been fortunate work with outstanding teams at
IBM, Disney, FOX, ISS, GE Healthcare, CGI, SAP, Tietoevry, Microsoft, Samsung, Telia, DNA, Nordea, OP,
Posti, Aller, Tammi, Yle, MTV, Verkkokauppa.com, S-Group, Ultrahack, Trustmary, WDS, Republic, EvokAI,
Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Ministry of Transport and Communications of Finland and the
cities of Helsinki and Tampere.
In addition to these, numerous other companies and
teams
have shaped me into a master of digital products and services.
Open to work
Specialized expertise
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Product
Development Lead
ROLE
Experienced
Product Owner, CSPO
WHAT
Mastery of the entire chain from business analysis to development execution, recruitment and sourcing
SKILLS
Service design, strategic planning, product development, and innovation management
MVP & Prototypes
ROLE
MVP & New Business Development
WHAT
Rapid development of minimum viable products, service design and user experience
SKILLS
Building MVPs, incorporating service design principles to ideate, create, validate and scale well-rounded and user-friendly products
AI & ML Solutions
ROLE
AI Specialist
WHAT
Development of AI-driven or enhanced products and services, ML models
SKILLS
Expertise in creating AI workflows, chatbots, RAG, agents, functions, and training
UI/UX Design
ROLE
User Experience Lead
WHAT
Prototyping, wireframing, user interface design, service design, design systems
SKILLS
Creation of user-centric designs and prototypes, development and maintenance of design systems to ensure consistency and efficiency across projects, and comprehensive service design to enhance overall user experience
IT & Business
Consulting
ROLE
IT Consultant
WHAT
Product development, tech leadership, CX, UX, innovation management, service design, new business development, and transformations
SKILLS
Driving innovation, leading transformations, and fostering new business development and operational excellence across your business through detailed service design thinking and creative strategic consulting.
Expertise
Versatile & experienced
I bring a unique combination of skills in product ownership, design, development, tech and consulting. Here's how I can help your business thrive.
Tech Leadership
Leading development teams, recruiting and managing talent, strategic planning, and serving as CTO for startups. I provide tech leadership to ensure successful project delivery, integrating strategic planning, product development, and innovation. I guide cross-functional teams, aligning products with strategic goals for real business value, overseeing full-stack developments, and driving sustainable growth and technological advancement.
Product
Lifecycle Management
With extensive experience in managing product lifecycles across software, enterprise solutions, and mobile/web applications, I thrive in startup settings and fast-paced environments. I guide projects from concept to completion, including idea and business plan development, and guiding developers and designers. My expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and design to overseeing implementation, post-launch evaluation, and continuous development.
Innovation
management
Bringing innovative solutions to complex problems and developing new products. I help organizations innovate and adapt quickly, applying design thinking principles and facilitating workshops to cultivate creativity. I drive innovation by transforming ideas into market-ready products.
Design thinking
My approach to design is hands-on and collaborative. I leverage prototyping, wireframing, and UX/CX design to create intuitive solutions. I believe in “show, don’t tell” – using visual communication to drive informed decisions and solve complex challenges.
Technical Expertise
With a strong foundation in web and mobile development, I create scalable, robust applications. My work is grounded in Agile methodology, and I mentor teams to foster collaborative problem-solving, aligning efforts with strategic objectives.
Communications
I bridge the gap between business and development, promoting transparency and collaboration. By ensuring clear communication across all levels, I help prevent misunderstandings and facilitate smoother decision-making, enabling successful project pivots and long-term planning.
About me
Tech explorer
Outdoors, tinkering, curiosity, and creativity help keep me grounded and things simple.
Tools
I work with a diverse set of development tools, design software, cloud services, and AI models, such as React, JavaScript, TypeScript, Tailwind, Python, Node.js, Three.js, AWS, Vercel, Google Cloud, Strapi, WordPress, Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and OpenAI.
Awards
I’ve been part of award-winning teams, including recognition at Cannes Lions, and have personally received the ICT Innovation Award for my work for HP.
certS
Seasoned Certified Scrum Product Owner®. Practicing Agile and service design since the turn of the millennium.
Founder
In addition to working for startups, I have co-founded several ventures myself. This includes one of the largest hackathons in Europe, with €1 million in investments offered to winners, a low-code/no-code headless CMS, and a cafe-restaurant with a perfect 5.0 rating. My ideas are plentiful and free, but it's execution that truly sets them apart.
hobbies
Hiking, outdoor activities, and tinkering have been essential to me since childhood. My passion for technology extends around retro computers and consoles. Beyond gaming, my digital artwork has exhibited in a museum.
Behance
Explore a selection of my design work from the past decade, featuring primarily brand identities. I continue to enjoy designing brands for projects that are close to me.
Contact me
Creative Product Owner and Designer, specializing in Prototyping, MVPs, AI and UI/UX Design to kickstart your next app. Get in touch!
