Tony Salmelainen Email & Phone Number

Tony Salmelainen is a dedicated and experienced professional with a multifaceted career in hockey, coaching, and athlete transition support. Currently, Tony works as a European Scout for the Toronto Maple Leafs, identifying top amateur talent for the NHL draft. His background as a former professional ice hockey player spans fourteen years in the world's top leagues, including the NHL, KHL, Swiss, and Finnish leagues, and representing the Finnish National Team.As the co-founder of the popular and award-winning podcast Elämän Pelikirja, Tony, along with Arto Kuuluvainen, helps athletes navigate life after sports.Tony's remarkable career achievements include being named MVP of the Finnish league in 2006, selected by both players and the media. He has been honored as an All-Star three times across 3 different leagues (Switzerland, Finland, and North America). As a leader, he has served as a captain or assistant captain, guiding his teams to success at both junior and men's levels.Tony's personal experiences as a professional athlete and the challenges athletes face during and after their careers have shaped his purpose. He envisions a world where athletes are free from the fear of failure, anxiety, and depression, achieved through greater consciousness and education. He is committed to helping hockey players reach their full potential as athletes and individuals, ensuring a smooth transition post-retirement.In addition to his work with athletes, Tony advocates continuous learning and a healthy lifestyle. He integrates daily meditation and regular exercise into his routine. He is passionate about brain health, strategic thinking, performance and advocating about mental health. Skills:Kaizen MethodMental abilities CreativityCommunicationSalesCoachingMeditationBrain HealthDigital CoursesStrategySportsTalent RecruitmentIdea CreationMorale BoostingGetting the Best Out of PeoplePublic SpeakingMentoringLife After SportsCommunicationAchievements/Selections/Team Awards:"Elämän Pelikirja - Book" was awarded "Vuoden Ura Teko" in 2023 by the Finnish Olympic Committee’s career foundation for its outstanding contribution to athlete career transitions."Elämän Pelikirja" was chosen as Sports Podcast of the Year in 2021 by Seura Magazine.Team Ice Hockey: Switzerland 2010 🥈, Russia 2008 🥈, AHL 2003 🥈, Liiga 2001 🥉, WC-U20 2001 🥈, WC-U18 1999 🥇, EC-U18 1998 🥈.Top scorer in the 2010 playoffs (Swiss)2006 MVP of the Finnish LeagueTop Scorer in the 2006 Finnish LeagueAll-Star in 2004, 2006, and 2010 (AHL, Finland, Switzerland)

Listed skills include Sports Management, Team Leadership, Sports Marketing, Financial Markets, and 22 others.

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