AI BOOST: Supercharge Your Business with AIStart
Let’s talk (and play) AI – join the AIStart community event on August 19th at Maria 01! Whether you’re just curious or already experimenting with AI, this relaxed afterwork-style gathering brings together startups, SMEs, experts, and newcomers to explore how AI can support smarter business – with real stories, future talk, and good vibes.
Curious about AI, but not sure where to start? Or maybe you’re already testing the waters and want to meet others on the same path? Either way – this is your event.
Join us on August 19th at Maria 01 in Helsinki for the second AIStart Community Event – an easygoing afternoon full of inspiration, real-life AI stories, future talk, and fun networking (yes, there’s pizza.
What’s happening?
We’ll kick off with a warm welcome and an intro to AIStart and the AI BOOST journey, followed by an inspiring keynote on how AI is transforming businesses in practice. You’ll hear from real startups using AI today, and get to join a future-focused panel discussion on what’s next for AI in Helsinki – from tools and talent to funding and collaboration. We’ll wrap up with relaxed networking, a fun bingo challenge, and good vibes over pizza and mocktails.
Let’s explore how AI can support smarter decisions, new growth, and bold experiments – together.
Date: August 19, 2025
Time: 16:00–18:00 (doors open at 15:30)
Location: Maria 01, Helsinki
For: Startups, SMEs, universities, ecosystem builders & future collaborators
Hosted by AIStart – a joint project by Haaga-Helia, Metropolia, the cities of Helsinki, Vantaa, and Espoo, supporting inclusive and practical AI adoption in business.
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Program Highlights:
16:00–16:10 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
16:10–16:25 | Keynote: AI for Growth – A Strategic Perspective
16:25–16:35 | Startup Spotlight: AI in Action
16:35–17:00 | Panel: Scaling with AI in Helsinki – What’s Next?
17:00–18:00 | Networking Bingo + Pizza & Mocktails