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22.10.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Personalized maternity care: the story of Äitiysfysio Jonna

Years of experience in the wellbeing sector, combined with a strong desire to work in her own way, made entrepreneurship a natural next step for Jonna Joukanen from Joensuu. In spring 2026, she took...

07.10.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Why Not? Maiju left Tampere and founded Keho Center in Joensuu

When Maiju Leppäluoto talks about Keho Center, she keeps coming back to one thing: how people feel. Sometimes, we simply need a place where we can leave feeling a little lighter than when we arrived.

29.09.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Pasi’s Fantastic Hobbies: Tabletop Role-Playing at Tyrmä in Joensuu

Pasi’s Fantastic Hobbies Oy celebrated its first anniversary in September 2026. A lot has happened during the company’s first year – and one of its biggest milestones came in January, when Tyrmä, a...

05.08.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Ajoma Group Oy – Road Safety through Driving Ban Training

Ajoma Group Oy is helping make Finnish roads safer. Based in Joensuu, this family-owned company combines extensive expertise in driver education, digital services and driving ban training to promote...

08.07.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Pickleball Center Joensuu and the Arronax Europe Online Store – From Joensuu to the European Market

Lehiko Oy has combined e-commerce expertise with a passion for a new sport. What began as a hobby has grown into a new business that is expanding across Finnish and European markets.

03.05.2025 • Business Joensuu news

Growing together as brothers – JJ Karvonen Ky and Kuljetus Karvonen Oy strengthen rural vitality in Heinävesi

Caption: Brothers Niko, Joona, and Jani Karvonen actively participate in industry events. Pictured at Alucar Oy's annual celebration. Three brothers - Niko, Joona, and Jani Karvonen - decided to...

09.02.2025 • Business Joensuu news

Hirsiässät Oy launches a new roof mount for connection and junction boxes - aims for international markets

Hirsiässät Oy, based in Tohmajärvi, Finland, was founded in 2018. Initially, it started as a one-person business, but as operations expanded, it soon became a limited liability company. The company...

24.01.2025 • Business Joensuu news

A modern master of photography – Salla Seeslahti shapes the future of the industry

In the hands of photographer Salla Seeslahti, moments turn into stories. Her photographs go beyond capturing memories – they convey emotions and tell timeless stories. - Photography is, above all,...

13.01.2025 • Business Joensuu news

A fresh start as a Flea Market entrepreneur: Sarianna Sumiloff credits business advisor as her mentor in early stages of entrepreneurship

Sarianna Sumiloff from Outokumpu decided to fulfill her long-time dream by establishing a a flea market with Mikko Vartiainen and Ari Naumanen. The KovaNasu Flea Market opened its doors on Kummunkatu...

14.08.2023 • Start-up entrepreneurs

Building entrepreneurship

From a sole trader to a limited liability company – that’s the path that Anni Vento from Joensuu is currently progressing along. In autumn 2022, Vento participated in Business Joensuu’s start-up...

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10.11.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Finnair’s decision to operate commercial flights reflects the vitality of the Joensuu region

Commercial flights to Joensuu give businesses and travellers greater certainty about future connections. Last week, Finnair announced that it would continue operating flights to Joensuu on a...

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03.11.2026 • Business Joensuu news