Taneli Piirala

BG Products Distributor of Finland | Coach | BG Suomi toimii maailmanluokan huoltotuotteiden ja -laitteiden maahantuojana Suomessa. | Paranna asiakasuskollisuutta ja kannattavuutta BG huoltopalveluiden avulla.

Jyväskylä, Central Finland, Finland

About

I lead by example, always grounded in the belief that doing the right thing will win in the end. In today’s fast-paced world, I see quick, well-timed, and intentional communication as essential. I aim to be a positive, opportunistic source of energy — someone who lifts others up. Let’s own our mistakes, learn from them, and enjoy the journey together. I’m passionate about building winning teams by fostering a culture rooted in clear communication, unconditional care, and equality. I lead by example and believe deeply in the power of marginal gains — the idea that small, consistent improvements each day drive long-term success. My leadership style is people-first, focused on elevating individuals so the team thrives together. I demonstrate leadership through action, not just words.

Experience

  • Managing Director at BG Suomi - JoyDrive Oy
    Aug 2022 - Present · 4 yrs

    JoyDrive toimii yksinoikeudella BG Products Inc. valmistamien tuotteiden ja laitteiden sekä niistä johdettujen huoltokonseptien maahantuojana ja jakelija.

  • Co-Founder at Game of Football - Non-profit organization
    Feb 2017 - Sep 2022 · 5 yrs 8 mos

    Game of Football is supporting and creating opportunities for players and coaches who are seeking ways to improve their game. gameoffootball.fi Non-profit organization. #GoF_jkl #TehdäänMitäHalutaan

  • BG Australia (2 yrs 6 mos)
    • National Sales Manager
      May 2021 - Jul 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Managing sales team, by supporting them and helping our company become better in what we do. Managing marketing of BG products in Australia. My biggest focus has been creating a plan and content for bgreenaustralia.com.au marketing campaign. The biggest achievement has been having the respect of co-workers and great customers.

    • Sales Manager NSW
      May 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Helping company and sales team to realise and implement new products into the Australian market. Developing BG sales model and adjust it to local conditions.

    • Technical Chemical Sales Specialist
      Feb 2020 - May 2020 · 4 mos

      As a new immigrant I wanted to learn Australian business practices and earn my reputation as a man of my word. Selling, opening new accounts, creating solutions and training with customers.

  • Director Of Business Development at BG Service Center Finland Oy
    May 2019 - Oct 2019 · 6 mos

    I had helped to develop this company as a standalone business. I helped the newly formed company with it’s early steps by continuing to do what I had previously done with BG Products. The biggest achievement was to continue good years with BG and still continue to have reapect of co-workers and great customers.

  • Head Coach U-14 at JJK JUNIORIT
    Oct 2018 - Oct 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo