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Suvi Saloniemi (b. 1980) is a specialist in contemporary design and visual arts. Her expertise is in Scandinavian design, collectible design, critical practices, museums, and global design networks. Her international tasks include projects in NYC, London, Stockholm, Moscow, and Seoul. Saloniemi has worked in many of Helsinki’s largest cultural institutions, starting her curatorial career at Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art in 2003 and currently positioned at Design Museum Helsinki as the Chief Curator. She speaks and lectures internationally and has several positions of trust such as Member of the Advisory Board for Chart Design Fair, Copenhagen; Nominator for the annual Designs of the Year in London Design Museum; and Member of the Board for Finnish Institute in St. Petersburg. Saloniemi’s background is in art history studies at the University of Helsinki and the University of Stockholm, and in curating studies at the Aalto University of Art, Design and Architecture.