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Stories, insights, and member features from our community.

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Nov 18, 2025Ishani Somawardana

Connecting Ideas and Ambitions at Satakunta Business Connect

Satakunta Business Connect was a vibrant gathering that brought together a diverse mix of prospective international and local entrepreneurs, curious and eager to learn and grow.

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Sep 22, 2025Mona Elo

The Art of Killing Motivation

This satirical guide exposes the quickest ways to destroy motivation and creativity at work — from forced "culture" to endless emergencies and praise theft.

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Aug 24, 2025Ishani Somawardana

Member feature: Beyond the comfort zone

Leaving a long career in early childhood education, Ishani Somawardana took a bold leap into studying Bachelor of Tourism in Finland.

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Jun 27, 2025Violeta Ivanova

PoriES x Suomi Areena 2025: Technology Without Borders

This year's SuomiAreena side event brought together professionals, students, and changemakers to explore the intersection of technology, innovation, and international talent in Satakunta.

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May 30, 2025Sriti Maharjan

Member feature: Charting a new course - The leap from Healthcare to International business

Sriti Maharjan reflects on the professional journey from healthcare worker in Nepal to student of International business in Finland.

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Dec 9, 2024Päivi and Jesse (Kaarnavilla)

Doing home and handicraft differently - Kaarnavilla!

Kaarnavilla, an online store for Finnish-designed and manufactured products, was founded on values of nature, quality, Finnishness, and tranquility.

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Dec 2, 2024Victoria Ichizli-Bartels

9 Reasons Why My Business Is Successful. They Are Not Necessarily What You Might Expect.

Victoria Ichizli-Bartels shares the lessons and joys of entrepreneurship, the transformative journey of starting her own business, and the value it has brought over 9 years.

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Nov 24, 2024Luka Curcic

Combining tech and arts into an entrepreneurial journey

Luka Circic shares the journey of combining arts and technology into entrepreneurship, starting with the creation of an indie video game.

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Feb 9, 2024Toni Nikka

Think and start doing!

Toni Nikka shares his experience in building an Esports coaching business in the grassroots of the industry in Finland.

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Jan 26, 2024Maithri Palicha

Member feature: Nurturing Innovation - The entrepreneurial Spirit in Finland

Maithri Palicha shares her thoughts and experiences on how Finland supports ideation and business creation, through innovation and nurturing networks.

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Jan 26, 2024Rositsa Belcheva

The creative process, side hustles and where life takes you

Rositsa Belcheva shares her experience of a lifelong creative and side-hustler, with a story on how to turn your passion for arts and crafts into a business.