Deputy Mayor, City of Tampere
Jouni Markkanen serves as the Deputy Mayor of Tampere, overseeing Economic Development, Competence, and Real Estate Services. With a strong background in digital transformation and policy development, Jouni has been a driving force behind Tampere’s digitalisation efforts for over a decade.
From 2017 to 2024, he worked as the Political Secretary for Digitalisation with the National Coalition Party, leading the development of digital policies and drafting parliamentary election programs. Since 2019, Jouni has been an active member of the Parliamentary Data Policy Cooperation Group, collaborating with all parliamentary parties to shape national data and digital strategies.
Jouni’s leadership reflects a steadfast commitment to innovation, fostering economic growth, and leveraging technology to enhance the quality of life in Tampere and beyond.