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OULU, FINLAND – The annual Slush Oulu Community Side Event was held as entire successfully bringing an atmosphere of startup energy to Northern Finland. The event, which marked the fifth year the local ecosystem has gathered to celebrate the famous Slush spirit, showcased the strength of the Oulu startup community.
A key feature of the afternoon was the pitching competition, where several teams presented their ambitious ideas. The top three winning teams were selected by a panel of judges deliberating swiftly following the presentations:
– 1st Place: iHealth
– 2nd Place: Clinexus
– 3rd Place: Jonos
Recognition was extended to all teams that participated in the competition for bringing bold concepts to the stage.
The winners were selected by a judging panel composed of: Jason Brower, Mari Kärkkäinen, Steven Dossou, and Toni Leinonen.
Panel Discussion Provided Founder Insights
The event also featured a focused panel discussion moderated by Viera Karam where startup founders shared their insightful and candid experiences. The panelists participating in the discussion included:
* Veera Mahlakaarto from Taikasatukulma
* Mari Tenhunen from Timegate Instruments Ltd.
* Jetta Liukkonen from Vaatelaastari FabPatch
Community Collaboration Emphasized
The event’s success was attributed to the collaborative efforts of the local ecosystem. The gathering was noted as an important platform for celebrating both the wider Slush movement and the sustained growth of the Oulu startup community. A special thank you was given to the entire organizing team and the student volunteers for their efforts in making the event possible.
