Kimmo Kohvakka has been working as the Director General for the Finnish Rescue Services since 2018. Mr. Kohvakka´s extensive career covers various posts in the Finnish public safety and security services since 1991. Since 1999 he has served in the Finnish Rescue Services, Civil Defence and Civil Preparedness in various positions at municipal, regional and national levels. His expertise covers wide range of themes such as risk management, resilience, societal preparedness, rescue services, civil protection and defence with all-of-society multi-disciplinary approach. Mr. Kohvakka has also served as NATO CPG expert in various missions and tasks over the years.