Built on Insight. Driven by Impact.


● m2impact helps organizations move from vision to implementation in sustainable development, construction, and resilient communities
ABOUT US

m2impact is a Finnish strategic concept advisory practice founded in 2025 by a multidisciplinary team of internationally experienced professionals. Our expertise includes timber construction, sustainable development, and the built environment. 

Our strength lies in combining diverse perspectives and complementary expertise into one integrated advisory practice. We operate at the intersection of sustainable construction, urban development, policy, and investment, supporting complex projects where strategic thinking and practical implementation come together. 

Backed by decades of experience, our team has contributed to award-winning projects, advised decision-makers, and helped shape initiatives that create lasting environmental and societal value across the public and private sectors, in both established markets and emerging regions.

our strenghts

Complex challenges require more than a single area of expertise.

At m2impact, we connect diverse perspectives, disciplines, and experiences to create a deeper understanding of complex environments and develop solutions that are both strategic and practical.

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MULTIDISCIPLINARy expertise

From biourbanism and sustainable construction to policy, governance, materials research, and impact investment.

Our team provides integrated solutions to complex challenges across the built environment.

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CROSS-SECTOR EXPERIENCE

Our experience spans the public and private sectors, collaborating with governments, industry leaders, researchers, investors, and development partners.

We operate in both established markets and emerging regions. We bring together the right people, knowledge, and partners.

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flexible by nature

Having successfully operated across diverse regions and complex project environments, we adapt quickly to diverse contexts and support projects wherever they take place.

We provide expert advice, bringing international experience, strategic insight, and practical understanding to every challenge.

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STRONGER TOGETHER

Our greatest strength lies in integrating diverse perspectives into one cohesive advisory practice.

By connecting strategy, design, policy, and implementation, we help clients navigate complexity with confidence.

Core team
  • Petri Heino, CEO and Strategic Relations expert at m2impact, specializing in timber construction and international partnerships.

    Petri Heino

    CEO | Strategic Partnerships & Supply Chain | Partner 

    Seasoned expert in the forest-based bioeconomy, specializing in strategic partnerships and international collaboration in timber construction.

  • Mikko Leino, Technical Director and leading expert in mass timber construction and engineering at m2impact.

    Mikko Leino

    Technical Director | Timber Structures & Engineering | Partner 

    One of Finland's leading experts in mass timber construction, with over 20 years of experience delivering large-scale sustainable building projects.  

  • Henna Helander, Architect, Suomen Arkkitehtiliiton (SAFA) puheenjohtaja. Henna Helander, Director of Project Development and Architect at m2impact, with expertise in urban development and complex construction projects.

    Henna Helander

    Director | Project Development Manager | Partner 

    Renowned architect and project development leader with extensive experience in urban development, public-sector leadership, and complex construction management. 

  • Marco Casagrande, Architect and Design Advisor at m2impact, specializing in sustainable urban design and biourban architecture.

    Marco Casagrande

    Architect and Impact Design Advisor | Partner 

    Award-winning architect, environmental artist, social theorist, writer, and professor of architecture with internationally recognized expertise in sustainable urban design and biourbanism.

  • imo Rossi, investment advisor at m2impact, specializing in international finance, venture capital, and technology commercialization.

    Timo Rossi

    Impact Investment Advisor 

    Experienced investment advisor specializing in venture capital, technology commercialization, innovation ecosystems, and international capital strategies.

Driving the transition

By connecting perspectives, knowledge, and experience across disciplines, we help organizations navigate uncertainty, identify opportunities, and move from ambition to meaningful action.

Our network enables us to bring together the right people, knowledge, and partnerships to support projects from early concepts to implementation strategies.

We create clarity in complexity, help organizations navigate uncertainty, and adapt our approach to diverse contexts, from local developments to international projects.

Our Sustainable Development Goals 

UN sustainable development goal 3 for climate action. SDG 3. Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
UN sustainable development goal 7 for climate action. SDG 7. Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
UN sustainable development goal 9 for climate action. SDG 9. Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.
UN sustainable development goal 11. SDG 11. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
UN sustainable development goal  12. SDG 12. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
UN sustainable development goal 13 for climate action. SDG 13. Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
UN Sustainable Development Goal 15. SDG 15.
UN Sustainable Development Goal 17. SDG 17.