Press Release. Published: January 22, 2026, 12:15 p.m
. Vallox Oy
Jukka-Pekka Korja, who has led Vallox for 11 years, has decided to focus on his board duties effective April 1, and Kari Laakso, M.Sc. (Eng.), MBA, has been appointed as the company’s new CEO. He assumed the position in mid-January 2026.
Laakso has extensive experience in international business and has worked for many years with the Kiilto Family Group, including as CEO of KiiltoClean. Kari joins Vallox from his role as Vice Chairman of the Board and Growth Partner at Intermedius Oy, a member of the Kiilto Family Group.
– I see the move to Vallox as an exciting opportunity. I believe we can continue to develop Vallox so that it achieves an even stronger position in the various segments of the ventilation industry, says Laakso.
For further information:
CEO Kari Laakso, kari.laakso@vallox.com, 010 7732 215;
Marketing and Communications Manager Elina Paavilainen, elina.paavilainen@vallox.com, 010 7732 247
Vallox Oy is a company based in Loimaa that specializes in the design and manufacture of ventilation products and now also acts as an importer of Helios fans. For over 50 years, Vallox has been a pioneer in the development of indoor air technology, and in recent years has invested heavily in its product development and production. High-quality and energy-efficient Vallox ventilation products are designed with today’s needs in mind. They enable a healthy indoor climate that enhances well-being in both homes and commercial spaces, while also maintaining the structural integrity of buildings. Vallox products are recognized for their simple, elegant design, ease of use, and quiet operation. The company’s ventilation units and range hoods bear the Key Flag symbol, indicating their high degree of domestic content. Vallox’s revenue in 2024 was approximately 31 million euros, with just under half coming from exports.
