SHIFT Turku 2025: All you need to know for SHIFT Business Festival
This year, the event will celebrate its tenth edition, to be held on May 22, 2025, at the Turku Science Park and the key themes are success, leadership, risk management, and innovation.
SHIFT Business Festival will take place on May 22, 2025, in Turku, marking its 10th edition at the Turku Science Park. This year, the key themes are success, leadership, risk management, and innovation.
Each topic will be explored by renowned speakers such as Minna Arve (Mayor of the City of Turku), Anna Perho, Henrik Dettmann, Linda Liukas, Aape Pohjavirta, Anna Palmén, Kert Kenner, Mikko Leppilampi, Kamilla Sultanova, Kalle Saarikannas (Microsoft Finland), Minna Ruusuvuori, among others.
Already have your ticket? Hereâs your complete guide to make sure you donât miss a thing â from access and networking to coffee and transportation.
Entry & Registration
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Your electronic ticket must be exchanged for a SHIFT Pass. You can do this at the following locations and times:
BioCity lobby - Tuesday, May 20 & Wednesday, May 21 (08:00-16:00)
Event entrances - Thursday, May 22, from 09:00 AM - Via LemminkĂ€isenkatu (direct to Joki Visitor Centre) - VĂa Tykistökatu (outdoor event area)
VIP and Executive ticket holders can also check in during breakfast at Original Sokos Hotel Kupittaa, from 08:00 to 09:45 AM.
Donât forget: Youâll need the QR code from your ticket (sent via email). Save it to your phone for smooth entry.
AI Matchmaking: Find your perfect business match
The official app will include sections for speed meetings and one-on-one networking. This year, the goal is to surpass the previous average of 3.5 meetings per attendee.
With the official SHIFT app (available on App Store and Google Play), you can:Schedule 1:1 meetings between 10:15 AM and 5:00 PM Get personalized matches based on your interests. Build your own event agenda Explore virtual partner booths Chat and invite contacts for coffee or the after-party.
How to activate matchmaking:
- Download the app
- Create your profile using the email you used to buy your ticket
- Browse your matches and schedule your first meeting
- Head to the Matchmaking Area (3rd floor of Joki, numbered tables)
Food, Coffee & Afters: What your ticket includes
- Basic Ticket: - Free coffee all day at Café Wisio (Joki)
- VIP Ticket: - Coffee + Breakfast + Lunch + Afternoon cocktails
- VIP+ Ticket: - All of the above + Dinner
- Executive Ticket: - All of the above + Exclusive breakfast + Pre-afterparty cocktails
Cloakroom
- Café Wisio (entrance via LemminkÀisenkatu)
- Outdoor area (Tykistökatu)
- EXE/VIP: Dedicated cloakroom in BioCity
Cloakrooms open until midnight.
Getting There
Location: Joki Visitor and Innovation Centre, LemminkÀisenkatu 12 B, Turku
By train: 3-minute walk from Kupittaa station
By bus: Lines 32, 32A, 42, 6, 600, 60, and 221 Stops: DataCity (LemminkÀisenkatu) and Tykistökatu
By bike or e-scooter: Designated parking available. Please donât block sidewalks.
By car: Paid parking available near the venue, including:
- ParkCity Garage (Joukahaisenkatu 8)
BioCity Parking Hall Open parking at Tahkonaukio and EduCity
Three stages
- Raju Stage (Jussinaukio): Keynotes and six "A-list" sessions where world-class speakers deliver high-voltage ideas.
- Partner Stage: A corporate runway for express alliances and tech demos.
- Interactive Stage: A wheeled container equipped with tables and closed doors, transforming into a collective think tank â here, the audience doesnât applaud; they participate.