Timo Ylä-Soininmäki is from the small town of Lahti, Finland. the first of four boys, in a typical, middle-class family. Timo loved to learn on his own and his hobbies included; track and field, photography, and spending time in nature. 

Preferring freedom and the open spaces to school, he decided to leave Finland at the age of twenty-four for America. After working briefly as a massage therapist, he discovered the furniture business. A few years later his brother Esa joined him, and they started their own a high-end custom furniture factory and show room in West Los Angeles. In a few years they have grown from a two-man operation to having a staff of over 70 people. They enjoy a quiet reputation among the Hollywood elite as being the furniture makers to the stars. Some of their clients include: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Meg Ryan, Tom Hanks, Madonna, Steven Spielberg, Tom Cruise and even Ozzy Osbourne

All the success Timo had couldn’t ease the nagging emptiness he felt deep inside. Something was still missing. This emptiness in turn affected his marriage and it dissolved. He felt physically and emotionally bankrupt. When he was at his lowest point, he realized that blaming others for his problems was not going to improve his life. This simple realization of taking a full responsibility for his own life empowered him.. His entire life became a journey of self-discovery. He attended a number of seminars and workshops, and he read scores of books on waking up, transformation and personal growth. 

This relentless pursuit of happiness and his persistent soul searching became the catalyst for Emotional wealth. It was in his darkest moments that he discovered a path to the light, and what he learned along the way is all here in Emotional wealth. He strongly feels that emotional wealth is the cornerstone for a quality life regardless of one's circumstances.

He has so far three books published in Finland and two e-books. He offers educational services: namely, conducting seminars, training and counseling for business executives, professionals and entrepreneurs in the field of emotional well-being and success. He also studies investing and trading psychology. 2002 Timo left Hollywood and now divides his time between Finland and Thailand. He is currently writing books about Thai language and culture.

Our furniture line: www.monteallen.com

Photo: Studio Matti Silvennoinen