Inclusion Is a Business Imperative – Is Your Leadership Ready?

For Finnish companies looking to lead in international markets, inclusive leadership can be the difference between stagnation and growth. Join us for an exclusive executive-level afternoon for board members, chairs, andC-suite leaders. We’ll explore how inclusion – often overlooked or misunderstood – can drive innovation, resilience, and long-term value.

After the official programme, there’s time for continued networking until 18:00, with drinks and snacks available.

Event speakers:

  • Mårten Mickos, in service of startup CEOs
  • Alexandra Pasternak-Jackson, CEO, Amcham Finland
  • Sandra Dillon, VP, Talent & Culture Development, Kemira Oyj
  • Samuli Kivilehto, VP, Talent and Development, Metso Oyj
  • Tuomo Haukkovaara, Partner & Board Member, Boardman
  • Katja Toropainen, CEO & Founder, Inklusiiv

Drawing from international examples, academic research, and leadership experience, we’ll challenge the outdated view of inclusion as a soft value and reframe it as a competitive advantage.

This session is for leaders who want to:

  • Future-proof their companies for global competition
  • Create cultures that attract and retain top international talent
  • Lead with purpose and impact in a changing world

Why now – and why your leadership matters

Finland stands at a pivotal moment. New tax reforms aim to attract international experts and encourage Finnish talent to return home. But attracting talent is just the beginning.

To truly unlock the value of this talent, companies must build inclusive cultures that enable people to thrive. And that starts at the top. Board members and senior leaders play a critical role in ensuring that Finland’s workplaces become globally competitive and genuinely welcoming.

Now is the time to lead by example.

Contact eveliina@fvca.fi for more information.