You have an entrepreneurial project? Join ENGAGE.EU at Slush Week in Helsinki.

from September 25, 2025 to October 5, 2025

From November 17–19, 2025, ENGAGE.EU and Hanken Business Lab invite startups, entrepreneurial students, and innovation-driven staff to join us in Helsinki for an inspiring week at Slush, the world’s leading startup event.

SLUSH WEEK EXPERIENCE 2025 (Helsinki, November 17–19, 2025)


Organizer: ENGAGE.EU & Hanken Business Lab
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Target Audience:
  • Administrative staff involved in Open Innovation Labs or entrepreneurship development
  • Startups with international scaling ambitions
  • Students active in entrepreneurship (e.g., board members of student entrepreneurship societies)

Why Attend?

A unique opportunity to:
✅ Connect with the Greater Helsinki and Nordic entrepreneurial ecosystems, and discover services/opportunities for international growth.
✅ Practice and refine startup pitches with expert feedback.
✅ Network with 30+ startups from the Central Baltics and the "Time 2 Scale" acceleration program.
✅ Benchmark Open Innovation Labs and share best practices.
✅ Attend exclusive events: Networking parties, inspiring talks, and a deep dive into Finnish entrepreneurial culture.


Key Program

November 17:
  • Visits to key incubators/accelerators (Helsinki Incubators, Maria 01).
  • EuroPitch 2025: Informal pitch practice with feedback from local experts.
  • FUSE Welcome Event: Networking with 40+ entrepreneurial students from Europe and the US.
November 18:
  • Interactive workshops on university investment strategies and co-founder matching.
  • ENGAGE.EU EuroCarousel: Networking with 30+ Baltic startups.
  • Unicorn Night: Keynotes on "Leadership in 2025" + afterparty (300+ guests from 30+ countries).
  • If you would like to attend also the Slush event, which takes place from 19 to 21 November, please mention this in your application. Please bear in mind that you will have to cover the cost of this second event yourself.

Highlights to Emphasize

International Networking: Meet startups, investors, and Nordic experts.
Hands-on Experience: Pitch feedback, benchmarking, and access to acceleration programs.
Unique Events: Slush Sitz (academic networking party), Unicorn Night, and more.
Nordic Entrepreneurial Culture: Learn from Finland’s innovation and well-being best practices.


Who Can Attend?

  • Students: Immerse yourself in international entrepreneurship, networking, and learning.
  • External Partners: Identify promising startups and explore collaboration opportunities with Nordic ecosystems.
  • Alumni: Stay connected to European innovation, mentorship, or investment opportunities.

How to Participate?

Registration: Send a text about your project and a CV by 5 October 2025 (detailed program shared afterward).
Selection: The selection will be on 6 October.
Contact: Lea Ernst – Local Area Coordinator for Outreach and Innovation Lab ENGAGE.EU : lea.ernst-schonberg-bourblanc@ut-capitole.fr

Why Share This? This is a rare chance to combine inspiration, networking, and business opportunities in one of Europe’s most dynamic ecosystems. Perfect for those looking to go global, learn from the best, and experience unforgettable entrepreneurial energy!

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Updated on September 25, 2025