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SOHJO Official Side Events: Startup x Industry Connect @ Kimmel

Thursday 26th March 2026 12:00-14:15

Startup x Industry Connect – SOHJO 2026 Side Event

at Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel, Joensuu

Thursday 26th March 2026 12.00-14.15

Welcome to Startup x Industry Connect, a pitching and networking afternoon bringing together startups, industrial companies, and investors in Joensuu. This event is organised as a side event of SOHJO 2026.

​The goal of the event is to spark concrete collaboration between startups and industry, opening the door to new ideas, partnerships, and growth opportunities. During the afternoon, a curated selection of hand-picked startups will pitch their solutions and business ideas that can offer industrial companies fresh perspectives, practical innovations, and new ways to develop their operations.

​Alongside the pitches, the event offers a relaxed setting to network, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations with startups, industry representatives, and investors.

​The event is organised by Finnish Business Angels Network (FiBAN) and supported by Business Joensuu, Startup Joensuu, TT-säätiö, Outokummun Teollisuuskylä, Innokaupungit, and EU.

More information and the registration form behind this link.