12. January 2026
  • NET CHECK

Jani Nikkilä appointed CSO

With Jani Nikkilä as Chief Sales Officer, NET CHECK focuses on international growth.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jani Nikkilä as Chief Sales Officer (CSO). With this newly created role, the company strengthens its leadership team and sets a clear focus on international growth and further market development.

 

Jani brings 28 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, with a strong track record in international sales and business development. Prior to joining the company, Jani spent more than eight years with a global technology corporation specializing in measurement solutions, networks and technology systems, where he most recently led the global sales organization for mobile network testing. Over nearly three decades in the telecommunications industry, he has built a reputation as a highly respected sales leader, combining strategic vision with deep technical knowledge. Jani has worked closely with customers, partners and stakeholders across international markets, developing extensive industry networks, a strong sense for market dynamics and a profound understanding of complex customer, project and delivery requirements.

 

In his role as Chief Sales Officer, Jani will focus on advancing the company’s internationalization strategy, further strengthening its market positioning and supporting sustainable growth. He will also bring to market and scale NET CHECK’s AI-driven solutions, maximizing their impact and value for customers. His expertise at the intersection of technology, customer needs and global market dynamics will play a key role in shaping the next phase of development.

 

“After many years in international sales and leadership roles, I am excited about the opportunity to actively shape the next stage of growth,” says Jani Nikkilä “Successful international sales are built on a deep understanding of customer requirements and real project environments. Together with the team, I see great potential to build on existing strengths, develop new opportunities and establish long-term partnerships in international markets.”

 

The appointment of Jani Nikkilä underlines NET CHECKy’s ambition to further expand its international footprint and to consistently align its sales activities with customer needs and strategic objectives.

 

“With Jani, we have gained a highly experienced sales leader with a deep understanding of our industry and international markets,” says Detlef Zernick, CEO of NET CHECK. “His strategic mindset, global perspective and strong customer focus make him the ideal choice to drive our international growth and support the next phase of our company’s development.”

 

NET CHECK has been active in the telecommunications industry for almost 30 years, supporting network operators, vendors and service providers with the measurement, analysis and evaluation of communication networks. Over nearly three decades, the company has built deep technical expertise and a strong reputation in quality assurance, benchmarking and optimization of mobile networks across multiple technologies. By combining comprehensive data collection, advanced analytics and hands-on consulting experience, NET CHECK delivers reliable, real-world insights into network performance and customer experience — forming a solid foundation for complex national and international projects.

 

We are very much looking forward to working with Jan and to shaping the future together.