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Finnish Venture Capital Association welcomes the new analyst intern
As the new year begins, we are pleased to welcome our new Analyst Trainee, Otto Karttunen, to the team! Otto’s role at the association focuses on monitoring the private...
Encounters, advocacy and growth in 2025
The year 2025 was marked by active advocacy work, new research data and fundraising activities for the Finnish Venture Capital Association. During the year, we promoted several key initiatives...
Introducing Anne Pakkanen, the new Events and Membership Coordinator at the Finnish Venture Capital Association
As Christmas approaches, we are delighted to welcome a new Event and Member Coordinator, Anne Pakkanen, to the team at the Finnish Venture Capital Association. Anne will take overall...
Diversity is a prerequisite for competitiveness and our shared responsibility
The competitiveness of the future will not be built solely on technological breakthroughs or capital. It will be built on an environment in which everyone can act safely and...
Uncertainty Drives Tech Development: The Growth of Dual-Use and Defence Innovations
Nordic West Office, Hannes Snellman, and the Finnish Venture Capital Association aim to spark dialogue on strategic innovation in times of uncertainty. In connection with our co-hosted Slush warm-up...
Finnish Venture Capital Association and Level20 Finland: A step towards a more open and diverse industry
In recent years, the private equity and venture capital industry has taken determined steps to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The Finnish Venture Capital Association, together with the...
Member blog: Strengthening venture-backed companies: The impact of interim leadership & governance part 3
Exit-ready: Using interim experts to maximize value before the deal Exits are won—or lost—well before the deal is signed. Founders and investors often focus on growth, leaving exit planning...
Member blog: Strengthening venture-backed companies: The impact of interim leadership & governance part 2
Governance that scales: How the right board composition drives better outcomes Many startups scale fast—but their governance often doesn’t. Early boards tend to be small and founder- or investor-heavy....
Member blog: Strengthening venture-backed companies: The impact of interim leadership & governance part 1
From founder to scaler: When and how to bring in outside leadership Many startups and growth companies outgrow their founding team’s expertise. Interim experts can help. But when is...
Member blog: Expanding into a new market: what your SaaS CFO should know
When evaluating SaaS companies for investment and growth opportunities, understanding the operational and financial intricacies of scaling internationally is crucial. As private equity professionals, recognizing that the CFO plays...
Strengthening the private equity industry together – introducing the association’s committees
At the heart of the Finnish Venture Capital Association (FVCA) are eight active committees that play a crucial role in developing the private equity and venture capital industry and...
Mari Marsio will strengthen the FVCA’s team in august
There will be changes in the FVCA’s team after the summer, as the association’s Head of Legal & ESG, Suvi Collin, goes on parental leave. During her absence, experienced...