SME Financing in focus: Turku to host high-level event with leading institutions
This event aims to provide a clear and practical overview of the financing opportunities available for companies of all sizesparticularly those in early or growth stages.
Finding the right financing can make the difference between a startup that takes off and one that stalls. With this in mind, LĂ€hiTapiola Varsinais-Suomen and Grannenfelt Finance, in collaboration with key players from the financial ecosystem, will host the event "Financing Opportunities for SMEs" on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, at LocalTapiola Southwest Finland Life Support Center (Yliopistonkatu 14a, Turku).
The day will kick off with a welcome coffee, followed by a program featuring presentations from institutions such as Business Finland, Finnvera, POP Bank, Nordea Turku, Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Company, Fundu, Gorilla Ventures, and Capman Growth. Each will present tools and support solutions for companies looking to scale, secure growth funding, or tackle new financial challenges.
Interested in attending? Registration is now open and free of charge.
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Program:
- 8:30: Morning coffee
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- 8:50: Opening of the event - Olli Aakula, LocalTapiola Southwest Finland
- 9:00: Overview of the support and financing markets - Eeva Grannenfelt, Grannenfelt Finance
- 9:15: Business Finland's services for SMEs - Jukka MĂ€ki, Business Finland
- 9:30: Finnvera's corporate financing services - Jyrki Isotalo, Finnvera Turku
- 9:45: POP Bank's financial services for companies - Jani Rusi, POP Bank
Break - refreshments
- 10.15: Nordea's financial services for SMEs and growth companies - Kim Björk, Nordea Turku
- 10.30: Elo as a financier of company growth - Antti Orpana, Elo Pension Company
- 10.45: LĂ€hiTapiola's financial services - Teemu Nordlund, LĂ€hiTapiola
- 11.00: FUNDU - financing for SMEs made easier! - Lasse Vuola, Fund
- 11.15: Equity investments in early-stage companies - Kirsi Vine-Haaparinne, Gorilla Capital
- 11.30: CapMan Growth as a growth partner - Oskari Elmén, Capman Growth
- 11.45: Questions & Networking
This event aims to provide a clear and practical overview of the financing opportunities available for companies of all sizesâparticularly those in early or growth stages.
More information and the registration form can be found on LĂ€hiTapiolaâs official website or by contacting the organizers directly.
With Information: Business Turku & LĂ€hiTapiola