Build Your Network, Build Your Career – Boost Your Entrepreneurial Mindset 

Are you ready to expand your horizons, strengthen your network, and develop a mindset that supports your career growth? Join us for an inspiring evening focused on entrepreneurship, career development, and real-world insights from international alumni.  

What to expect: 

• Insightful talks on different forms of entrepreneurship, including entrepreneurial skills and self-employment 
• Practical perspectives on how an entrepreneurial mindset benefits any career 
• Inspiring panel discussion featuring international alumni sharing their entrepreneurial journeys 
• Opportunities to connect, network, and engage with other alumni 
• Interactive pop-up stands where you can explore new ideas and services

Programme 

17.00 Registration, Pop-up stands & refreshments

17.30 Opening Words
Leadership Coach and Facilitator Anne Liljestrand, Focus Tiger

Many Forms of Entrepreneurship
Will the labour market become more entrepreneur-focused in the age of artificial intelligence? Entrepreneurship is not only about starting a business – it is also a mindset and a way of showcasing one’s expertise. In this talk, a keynote speaker from Business Helsinki will explore what entrepreneurship can look like today and in the future.

Entrepreneurial Mindset in the Working life
Keynote Speaker, Author, Employment Specialist Hope Nwosu

Panel Discussion – International Alumni Stories on Entrepreneurship

• Founder Bambi Dang, FunFox AI
• Co-Founder and Business Consultant Eunice Moono, Resource Centre Moono-Valo
• Chief Marketing Officer Shaker Halabeya, Calori
• CEO Hassanein Al-Boujasim Akkad Group

Pop-up stands:

• Business Helsinki – Serving Helsinki-based businesses, entrepreneurs, employers and international talent
• Centre of Expertise for Social Enterprises
• Employability platform Herizon – Helping international professionals become employable
• International House Helsinki and Helsinki info – Information and public authority services
• Start-up Refugees – Network supporting immigrants in employment and entrepreneurship

19.00 Workshop: When you need to do everything – How to focus and communicate what matters most?
Leadership Coach and Facilitator Anne Liljestrand, Focus Tiger

19.30 Event ends

Whether you aim to start your own business or stand out in the job market, this event will give you ideas, tools, and connections to take the next step. 

The event is aimed at international alumni and students close to graduation who may face challenges finding their place in the Finnish labour market. 

Time & Venue

• Thursday 8^th October 2026, at 17.00–19.30
• Helsinki City Hall, Pohjoisesplanadi 11–13, Helsinki

Registration

There are limited seats in the event so reserve your place soon. You are warmly welcomed!

Organisers: Arcada, Diak, Haaga-Helia, Laurea and Metropolia.