Europe’s startup scene is evolving fast, and at the center of this transformation stands Arctic15 Helsinki 2025. On June 4th and 5th, the iconic Kaapelitehdas will once again host innovators, startups, investors and more around the world, all gathered for two days of unparalleled networking, deal-making, and knowledge sharing. With more than 13,000 one-on-one meetings facilitated and an 86.6% goal achievement rate, Arctic15 has firmly established itself as the most efficient startup conference in the Nordics and Baltics—where ambitious founders and visionary investors connect with purpose.
The power of Arctic15 lies in its extensive network of partners and its laser focus on values-driven matchmaking. This year, the conference is supported by a diverse and prestigious group including Aalto Startup Center, Helsinki Partners, Business Helsinki, VTT, Business Finland, Tampere University, KPMG, Tesi, Spintop Ventures, Gorilla Capital, Technology Industries of Finland, AI Finland, Define, Luke, Riihimäki, HAMK, XAMK, Tallinn University, Sparkup, DASH Coffee, University of Helsinki, SpaceTime, and METIC.
Arctic15’s stage is graced by a diverse lineup of thought leaders, including top investors, seasoned founders, policy experts, and startup advisors. From deep tech to mental resilience, climate innovation to venture scaling, the sessions offer actionable insights grounded in real-world experience. Whether you’re looking to refine your pitch, rethink your strategy, or simply get inspired, the speaker program delivers practical wisdom and future-forward thinking across every stage of the startup journey.
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Why You Can’t Miss ARCTIC15 HELSINKI 2025
The program is meticulously curated to maximize your time and opportunity. Whether you’re looking to network, learn, or close a deal, Arctic15 delivers with an electrifying schedule of activities:
- Pre-event: Before the main conference, the LP Summit kicks off with a focus on limited partners and venture capital dynamics. This exclusive gathering is proudly presented with Helsinki Partners and Beyond the Billion, alongside Spintop Ventures and OpenOcean. It’s the perfect place to dive into funding trends and meet key investment decision-makers.
- Deal Room & Speed Dating (10:00-16:00, both days): Meet directly with investors, founders, and industry players. This is your chance to pitch, partner, and power up your venture with real-time connections.
- Main Stage Program (9:25 – 16:30 on Day 1; 9:50 – 17:00 on Day 2): Absorb cutting-edge insights from keynotes like Aslak de Silva on “The Power of Presence,” Pia Lemmetty, Investment Director at Tesi, presenting on funding Finland’s venture scale-ups from Tesi’s perspective, and Chris Rynning challenging us with “The AI Dilemma: Human Extinction is on the Table.” These talks don’t just inform—they inspire and provoke new ways of thinking.
- Founder’s Track & Fireside Chats: Learn from seasoned founders about overcoming adversity, mastering sales, commercializing science, and building startup boards that work. Speakers like Neil Edge, Zoltan Vardy, and Mikko Suonenlahti offer raw, practical wisdom you won’t find in textbooks.
- Deal Tank (Live Pitching Showcase): Watch high-potential startups pitch live to panels of top-tier investors in a high-energy, no-fluff format. It’s Arctic15’s own Nordic-style Shark Tank—fast, focused, and packed with real-time investment action. Whether you’re a founder looking to raise, an investor scouting your next opportunity, or simply love the thrill of startup showdowns, Deal Tank delivers unmatched visibility, funding potential, and startup drama—all on stage.
- DEFINE Accelerator Startup Showcases: Discover the next wave of innovation from startups like Aestus Systems, BattleBoxes, and SkyDock. Witness firsthand the disruptive tech shaping the future—and maybe find your next investment or partner.
- Panels on Hot Topics: From geopolitics impacting defense tech, to climate tech partnerships, AI’s future, and scaling European cloud computing sovereignty — these sessions put you at the cutting edge of tech trends shaping global markets. The Defence Tech Summit, a key partner event, highlights how emerging technologies are transforming security and innovation in the Nordic-Baltic region, while the Exits Summit delivers invaluable insights on startup exit strategies, IPOs, and acquisitions to help founders and investors maximize value.
- Exclusive Networking Experiences: The Investor Cocktails in the rooftop sauna, an intimate investors-only gathering partnered by Ventech, and AI Finland’s “After Work” side event create unique atmospheres for meaningful conversations and deal-making outside the usual conference room.
- Side events: Alongside the main program, ARCTIC15 offers inspiring side events like the AI Finland x Arctic15 AI After Work on June 4th at 16:30, perfect for networking in a relaxed setting. From June 4th to 5th, the ARCTIC15 Art Exhibition at Puristamo, Cable Factory showcases 15 artists exploring northern themes where nature, technology, and community intersect—sparking creativity and new perspectives within the vibrant startup atmosphere.
- Workshops: Arctic15 offers practical workshops that equip founders and startups with essential skills to grow and succeed. Learn how to craft a compelling value proposition with Zoltan Vardy, build mental resilience from pro triathlete Neil Edge, navigate investor relations with Margarita Khartanovich, and prepare for successful exits with Nat Burgess and Teemu Kaltea. Foreign founders can also benefit from Metic Global’s guide to launching a startup in Finland, covering legal, tax, and immigration essentials.
If you’re a founder, Arctic15 is your arena to sharpen your skills, meet investors hungry for opportunities, and gain insights that can push your startup from early-stage to scale-up. If you’re an investor, it’s a curated ecosystem packed with vetted startups and thought leaders, giving you a front-row seat to innovation in action.
Even if you’re a tech enthusiast or an industry professional, the wealth of knowledge and networking at Arctic15 will expand your horizons and spark new ideas you can bring back to your organization.
The Time to Act is Now
Tickets are limited, and this event sells out fast every year. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the energy, the breakthroughs, and the connections that define Arctic15. Whether you attend to learn, invest, partner, or pitch, your future self will thank you.
Join us June 4-5 at Kaapelitehdas, Helsinki. This is more than an event — it’s your gateway to the future of tech and innovation.
Secure your ticket today and step into the arena where action truly matters.
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