Who We Are
About MARINATOR
Turning Business Challenges into Market Leadership
At MARINATOR, we don’t just consult—we engineer success. Our expertise in market expansion, strategic branding, and AI-powered optimization empowers businesses to break into new markets, streamline operations, and achieve long-term profitability.
With decades of experience in shipbuilding, industrial operations, and global market strategy, we deliver practical, data-driven solutions that help businesses scale faster, sell smarter, and operate more efficiently.
Our Story
MARINATOR was born from a vision: to bridge global business opportunities with strategic execution and market expertise.
As professionals with decades of combined experience in shipbuilding, procurement, branding, financial management, and AI-driven automation, we saw a gap—businesses were struggling to expand, secure contracts, and optimize operations efficiently.
Driven by our deep industry knowledge, we built MARINATOR to help companies break into new markets, strengthen their brand, and leverage AI for smarter operations. We don’t just advise—we execute, ensuring businesses achieve real, measurable success.
📍 From hands-on operational leadership to driving strategic transformations, our journey has always been about delivering results.
Our Founders
Meet the Leaders Behind MARINATOR
With years of experience working together on large-scale projects, Ari and Irina have developed a seamless approach to helping businesses grow—combining expertise in sales, branding, and AI-driven strategy
Ari TOIVOLA
Managing Director (Finnish entity)
Dr. Irina TOIVOLA
Director (Lithuanian entity)
Ari TOIVOLA
The Market Expansion & Sales Strategist
With 35+ years in shipbuilding, industrial sales, and business development, Ari is a deal-closer, industry insider, and market entry expert who helps companies break into Finland’s competitive industrial sector.
🔹 Sales & Business Development – Proven track record in securing high-value contracts with leading shipyards and industrial firms.
🔹 Procurement & Supply Chain Mastery – Extensive supplier network and cost-optimization strategies to drive profitability.
🔹 Turnkey Project Management – Led large-scale industrial projects across Europe, ensuring seamless execution from supplier selection to contract delivery.
🔹 Finnish Market Specialist – Deep understanding of local regulations, business culture, and decision-making processes, making him the go-to partner for companies entering the region.
💡 From international business negotiations to full-scale operational rollouts—Ari helps businesses enter new markets and win.
Dr. Irina TOIVOLA
The Growth Architect & AI Strategist
With 16+ years in branding, financial strategy, and business automation, Irina is the engine behind MARINATOR’s high-impact consulting. A PhD in Shipbuilding Engineering combined with expertise in ERP systems, AI-driven process optimization, and financial auditing allows her to transform operations for efficiency, profitability, and scalability.
🔹 Branding & Business Positioning – Creates powerful industry brands that attract high-value clients and investors.
🔹 AI & Process Optimization – Implements AI-driven automation and ERP solutions that streamline business processes and cut operational costs.
🔹 Financial & Operational Strategy – Conducts deep-dive financial audits to identify growth opportunities, eliminate risks, and optimize profit structures.
🔹 Scaling & Expansion Planning – Develops future-proof business models that enable companies to scale sustainably and dominate their markets.
💡 From branding to AI-powered automation, Irina builds businesses that aren’t just successful—they’re unstoppable.
Why Businesses Trust MARINATOR?
- Proven Industry Expertise – 35+ years in shipbuilding, procurement, sales, branding, and AI-driven business transformation.
- Results-Oriented Approach – We don’t just advise—we implement strategies that secure contracts, optimize costs, and drive measurable growth.
- Hands-On Execution – From supplier sourcing to AI automation, we actively work with your team to ensure success.
- Strong Global Network – Deep connections with leading suppliers, industrial partners, and shipyards in Finland and across Europe.