ArcticStartup Events

02/06/2026

FIRESIDE CHAT | Founder Story

Building Global Health Tech from the Nordics / The “Born Global” Mindset

How do Nordic founders turn research and clinical innovation into venture-scale companies? This fireside chat explores the realities of building global health tech from the Nordics — from navigating regulation, fundraising, and market access to balancing scientific credibility with startup speed.

Join us for a conversation on what it really takes to build companies with global ambition from a Nordic base.

Don’t miss this founder story session at ARCTIC15. Grab your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/d8aYNvK

⏳ 48-Hour Final Extension: Late bird price ends on 03.06.2026, 23:59!

02/06/2026

Great to welcome the Finnish Venture Capital Association (FVCA - Pääomasijoittajat) as an official partner for ARCTIC15! 🤝🔥

​The FVCA is the backbone of the Finnish venture capital and private equity landscape, dedicated to scaling the ecosystem, empowering founders, and driving regional economic growth through private capital.

​Don't miss out on the crucial discussions, curated networking, and deal-making that will shape the future of Nordic venture next week in Helsinki.

June 11-12, Helsinki

​🎟️ Get your ticket to be in the room: arctic15.com/

⏳ 48-Hour Final Extension: Late bird price ends on 03.06.2026, 23:59!

Helsinki

02/06/2026

Only 9 days to go until ARCTIC15! 🗺️

We are bringing the Experience Zone to life in Helsinki. This is your chance to see live startup demos, test real innovations, and network with investors and corporates driving change in the ecosystem.

If you are looking to discover what's next in tech and build partnerships that scale, this is where you need to be.

Come for the tech, leave with a deal.

⏳ 48-Hour Final Extension: Late bird price ends on 03.06.2026, 23:59!

👉 Lock in your ticket now before time runs out! https://arctic15.com/

01/06/2026

Thinking bigger about the Nordic venture ecosystem. 🌐✨

We are proud to partner with Helsinki Partners for the LP Summit at ARCTIC15. Helsinki Partners connects LPs from around the world and seamlessly supports their strategic engagement within our local ecosystem.

The Nordic venture market holds immense global potential, but unlocking it requires the right LPs, the right GPs, and honest, no-fluff conversations about what is actually working. That is exactly what this summit is built for.

We are happy to announce that Tian Yu will be opening the LP summit and moderating our flagship panel: “Why the Nordics Need to Think Bigger: Building a Globally Competitive Venture Ecosystem.”
Joining the stage to break down the hard truths are:
🎙️ Yannick Sonnenberg
🎙️ Tonje Ørnholt
🎙️ Maria Wasastjerna

Don't miss this exclusive 15th-anniversary special track. Secure your pass now to join the room where real deals and strategies are shaped.

🎟️ Get your ticket here: arctic15.com/

01/06/2026

Bridging commercial innovation with global defense scale 🌐🛡️

We are incredibly excited to welcome Timothy D. Otten from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), US Department of War, to the Defence Tech Summit at ARCTIC15!

DIU is the premier organization leading the commercial integration of technology for the U.S. military, driving rapid prototyping and scaling commercially derived technologies to address national security challenges.

Why does this matter for the Nordic ecosystem?

🎯 Global Opportunity: With around 50 active commercial solicitations each year, DIU moves at commercial speeds, and because many of these opportunities are fully open to international partners, they are actively looking to strengthen and scale participation from the local industry and deep-tech teams.

If you are a dual-use founder, deep-tech innovator, or investor looking to understand how commercial breakthroughs are shaping the next wave of global opportunity, you absolutely need to be in this room.

👉 Be part of the discussion and secure your spot: arctic15.com/

Nordics

01/06/2026

AI in SaaS companies – current landscape and opportunities

AI is no longer a buzzword for SaaS – it is changing how products are built, priced, and funded in the Nordics right now.

DLA Piper Finland is hosting an invite-only side event for SaaS founders, operators, and investors to dig into.

📅 When: June 11, 2026 | 15:00–16:50
📍 Where: Cable Factory (Kaapelitehdas), Helsinki

Agenda:
• Nordic VC Report & financing landscape with Jonathan Andersin, Partner at DLA Piper Finland
• VC perspective on AI-driven growth with Juha Ruohonen, General Partner at Superhero Capital
• SaaS pricing models and the real effects of AI with Sami Miettinen, Partner at Translink Corporate Finance
• Two rounds of group discussions – because the best insights come from the room
• Free mingling to wrap it all up

Interested in joining? This is an invitation-only session with limited seats. Please email [email protected] to request an invite.

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29/05/2026

Fueling the next generation of founders and innovators! 🚀🎓

We are thrilled to welcome Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)—the powerhouse home behind Proakatemia and HUBS — as an official partner for the 15th Anniversary Edition of ARCTIC15!

At the core of this partnership is a shared belief in a powerful truth: Human Potential Unlimited. Tampere is a massive breeding ground for top-tier entrepreneurial talent, and we are delighted to have their vibrant communities bringing that limitless energy to Helsinki.

The Innovation Ecosystem Behind the Partnership:

🔥 Proakatemia – Renowned for its radically hands-on approach to business and team entrepreneurship, this unit is actively unlocking human potential by developing the future founders and strategic thinkers ready to scale the next big thing.

🌱 HUBS – The ultimate launchpad for sustainable entrepreneurship at Tampere. Through their specialized mentor networks, Sparring Clinics, and real-world company challenges, HUBS empowers students to turn bold ideas into impactful, boundless ventures.

If you are an investor looking for fresh, highly driven tech talent, or a founder looking to connect with a forward-thinking community that refuses to place limits on what people can achieve, the Tampere team is an absolute must-meet on the floor.

⏳ Clock is ticking! Late Bird tickets for ARCTIC15 end in just a few days on May 31st. Lock in your pass before prices jump and meet the TAMK team on-site: https://arctic15.com/

28/05/2026