The pitching event will feature both investor and industry piloting pitching tracks. Pitchers will receive feedback from experienced industry representatives and investors as they attempt to persuade the audience. Limited seats. Please register early below!
TIMETABLE
12:00 Innovation services & Kampusklubi, opening words
12:15 Pitching for the Piloting track
13:15 Break
13:30 Pitching for the Investor track
14:30 Networking and refreshments
TEAMS
1. Team SenCAN – “Even you CAN calibrate sensors- Anywhere, Anytime!"
2. Team DED manufacturing head and control system – “Looking for industry feedback and POC co-development opportunities”
3. Team CASE – “CASE Closed: An Affordable Solution to Carbon Capture”
4. Team Tulva AI – "Kysynnän suunnittelua terveydenhuoltoon"
5. Team AI LOB – Intelligence at the Speed of Markets
6. Team TBA
Direct registration link: https://www.lyyti.in/thegate102025
PILOTING TRACK COMMENTATORS
Eevi Smolander
Head of Sales & Technology
“Eevi Smolander is a passionate and visionary leader with over 15 years of experience in global business environments, primarily within large publicly listed companies. Her career spans diverse roles in sales, technology, strategy, R&D, and business development, with a consistent focus on driving profitability and operational excellence. Her broad experience has shaped a deep understanding of how customer centricity and continuous improvement fuel commercial success.”
Jussi Tarvainen
Product Management & Design Leader
“Jussi Tarvainen is a product leader with 15+ years in digital transformation and B2B product development. At Aibidia, he drove over 100% annual growth, scaling their Transfer Pricing SaaS platform to serve enterprises like Dyson and Volvo. His seven years at Solita consulting gave him extensive experience delivering digital platforms across industries from manufacturing to healthcare and public sector. This multi-domain expertise makes him uniquely positioned to evaluate pilot opportunities across different sectors.”
Heini Siekkinen
Senior Manager, Research and Sustainability
“Heini Siekkinen has over 15 years of experience in research and development, technology development and sustainability related topics. In her current role as Senior Manager of Research and Sustainability at Nokian Tyres, Heini leads a team that works on early-stage innovation projects. These are typically carried out in cooperation with established companies, startups, and research partners, such as universities. The aim is to explore new material and technology innovations that support the future of sustainable mobility. Before joining Nokian Tyres, Heini has been working at Kiilto and VTT Expert Services.”
INVESTOR TRACK COMMENTATORS
Margarethe Böhme
Venture Scout node.vc
“Margarethe Böhme is an early-stage investor at Node.vc, supporting Nordic and Baltic tech founders. With a background in startups, venture capital, and corporate innovation across Sweden, Finland, and Germany, Margarethe brings hands-on experience in scaling ventures and supporting founders through the challenges of early-stage growth. She is known for her strategic insight, founder-first mindset, and dedication to helping teams navigate complex challenges—from product development to international expansion.
Node.vc is a Stockholm-based VC firm founded by experienced entrepreneurs, operators and investors. With over 40 successful tech ventures behind them, the team invests in disruptive startups across sectors like platform technologies, future of work, and entertainment. Founded in 2023, Node.vc manages a €71M fund and offers more than capital—providing mentorship, strategic support, and access to a powerful Nordic tech network..”
Veera Pietikäinen
“With a background in venture capital, finance, and technology investing, Veera excels at identifying and supporting standout tech companies. She now focuses on early-stage investment opportunities in semiconductors, photonics, and advanced materials that form the fundamental drivers of tomorrow’s innovations across many industries.”
Ilkka Kaikuvuo
Business angel, FIBAN
“Ilkka Kaikuvuo is a Finnish technology entrepreneur, board professional, and active angel investor with a portfolio of over 20 early-stage companies. He is best known as the co-founder of Framery and Surveypal, and has played key roles in several other startups focused on smart office solutions and SaaS models.
Currently serving as Vice Chair of FiBAN, Ilkka works daily with startups and growth companies, combining strategic thinking with a humane approach. He’s also a sought-after advisor in accelerators like Innovestor’s PALO, where he supports sustainable tech founders. Ilkka is passionate about learning, scaling impact-driven businesses, and making Finland a better place for startups—one company and story at a time.”
EVENT DETAILS
Time: 30.10.2025 from 12-15
Location: Kampusareena, Tampere University Hervanta campus
Address: Korkeakoulunkatu 7, 33720 Tampere
Direct registration link: https://www.lyyti.in/thegate102025
The GATE contact: Henna Paakinaho (henna.paakinaho [at] tuni.fi (henna[dot]paakinaho[at]tuni[dot]fi))
Want to network even more? Please join also Startup.Tampere After Work in Platform 6, starting from 16:30 – more information from Tribe Tampere.
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