Karelia Entrepreneurship Expo 2025

Karelia University of Applied Sciences organizes Karelia Entrepreneurship Expo on 9th of April 2025, in Wärtsilä Campus, Joensuu. We will showcase a unique selection of live company interviews and local best practices. All colleagues, students, and local representatives interested in entrepreneurship are welcome to join us! 

Join us in this historic moment as we celebrate and honor the outstanding achievements of local entrepreneurs in Karelia Entrepreneurship Awards

Event details:
Date: 9th of April 2025
Time: 10-14
Location: Wärtsilä Campus, Joensuu

Event programme

10:00Opening words
10:00Main stage expo area opens 
– Explore stands by startups, SMEs, organizations 
10:10Keynote: Tomi Haring, Business Joensuu
10:30Pitching competition in partnership with Sandler 
11:00Entrepreneur interview: Leo Fadi, Vesko Oy 
11:15Entrepreneur interview: Kirsi Varis, Elokinker Oy 
11:30Investor interview: Pekka Lemettinen 
11:50International expo area opening words
– Exploring business cultures  
– Workshops: 
1) International student’s entrepreneurship pathway, Heli Saario, Business Joensuu 
2) Building a AI-business advisor 
3) Business idea helpdesk 
4) Exploring international students’ experiences in internship and job hunting   
12:00International Expo – Business Cultures in Asia
13:45Karelia Entrepreneurship Awards 2025

Registration 
Companies and partners, join us for this inspiring expo day!
Please register to event at: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/7F0F61CEA6DA7EF8

Venue 
Karelia University of Applied Sciences, Wärtsilä campus, Karjalankatu 3, Joensuu, Finland 

More information 
For further information, please contact Varpumaria Jeskanen, varpumaria.jeskanen(at)karelia.fi  

The event is organized in collaboration with INVEST European University Alliance and Talent Hub Eastern Finland and students of Karelia’s International Business program.