EVENT

Breaking out of the Lab: Entrepreneur-led Corporate Ventures

What - Exclusive event with Coventures & Nokia Bell Labs
When - Wednesday November 20, 2024, at 5:00 pm
Where - Coventures/Sevendos office at Kaisaniemenkatu 1C, 4th floor, Helsinki
For whom - Innovation and R&D leaders, entrepreneurs, and business leaders

Join us on November 20th for an exclusive post-Slush evening of networking, food, drinks, and great conversation! Co-sponsored with Nokia Bell Labs, this event will bring together companies and leaders interested in developing their corporate venture building. Sign up now to reserve your spot, as places are limited!

This is your chance to connect with other forward-thinking leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators in a relaxed, fun setting. Enjoy great food, drinks, and lively discussions while discovering new ideas and potential collaborations.

What to expect

  • Panel Discussion: Entrepreneurs and Nokia Bell Labs share their experiences in turning ideas and technologies into real businesses with the Entrepreneur in Residence collaboration model.
  • Networking: Meet peers in the innovation space over drinks and tasty food.
  • Discussions: Share practical ideas on how to turn research and concepts into market-ready opportunities.

Who should attend?

  • Innovation and R&D leaders looking to turn breakthrough ideas into market-ready solutions.
  • Entrepreneurs seeking to collaborate with corporations and find their next venture project.
  • Business leaders looking to understand how Entrepreneurs in Residence can bring new growth to their business.

Event Agenda

  • 17:00 - 18:00: Doors open | Food & Drinks | Casual mingling
  • 18:00 - 18:10: Welcome & Opening Remarks by Thierry Klein, Nokia Bell Labs, and Juho Vehviläinen, Coventures
  • 18:10 - 18:40: Panel Discussion: Case Stories with Nokia Bell Labs Entrepreneurs in Residence
  • 19:00 - 22:00: Networking Cocktails & Informal Discussions
  • 22:00: Afterparty

How to join?

The easiest access to the location is via train to the main railway station after Slush.