For LocalTapiola, Ostrobothnia’s success is a top priority
When nearly half of the region’s population are your clients, supporting the community is more than a job – it’s a mission. This is the case for LocalTapiola Ostrobothnia (LähiTapiola Pohjanmaa / LokalTapiola Österbotten), an independent, mutually owned regional insurance company.
“Our role is to ensure the region is a safe and attractive place to live and work. When something happens, we are there to help people get back on their feet”, says CEO Joel Sunabacka.
LocalTapiola Ostrobothnia serves a diverse customer base including individuals, farmers, entrepreneurs, and businesses. In their day-to-day business, the company focuses on helping its clients with risk management.
“We know the unique challenges of the industries in the area. In addition, we focus on preventative measures to minimise potential damages before they happen”, emphasises Hannah Malkamäki, Business Unit Director.
For LocalTapiola, supporting the region goes far beyond insurance policies. For example, the company is committed to improving traffic safety, investing hundreds of thousands of euros annually to ensure safer roads for the region’s residents.
“We have been involved in improving safety on Route 8 with intelligent wildlife warning systems and helped enable the construction of the Onkilahti traffic park in Vaasa”, explains Lauri Laaksonen, Sustainability and Communications Manager.
In addition, the company is actively tackling mental health issues, especially among young people, by donating money to local youth sports teams whose coaches complete a mental health awareness course.
The company works hard to make Ostrobothnia a region that not only retains its talent but also attracts investments.
“We support sustainable development by offering insurance for new innovations as well. Our biggest impact comes from compensation, paying out around 40 million euros annually to help local businesses and individuals recover and continue thriving. Without this safety net, many ventures in the region simply wouldn’t be possible”, Sunabacka says.
