Riikka Pakarinen
CEO, Finnish Startup Community
Feb 5, 2026 • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM EET
Maria 01, Lapinlahdenkatu 16, 00180 Helsinki, Finland
Join us for a morning of discussion and insight together with partners Netlight.
Together with our partners, Netlight, we welcome startup leaders to an exclusive breakfast on scaling efficiently in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
This event highlights how the combination of UpCloud’s high-performance, cost-efficient European cloud infrastructure and Netlight’s end-to-end digital services can help startups build scalable, resilient and future-ready businesses. Together, we bring a powerful offering that supports startups across industries in adapting to new challenges and unlocking opportunities driven by emerging technologies.
Through insights, discussion, and real-world perspectives, we’ll explore how performance, cost optimisation and European digital sovereignty can go hand in hand with strong digital strategy and execution to drive better business outcomes.
Furthermore, we are joined on the day by Riikka Pakarinen, CEO, Finnish Startup Community who delves into the rising role of startups in Finland’s economy and the impact this has for the future.
Enjoy great conversation and practical insights in a relaxed breakfast setting while connecting with fellow startup leaders and experts from Netlight and UpCloud with the shared goal of supporting smarter technology decisions and stronger business results for startups.
8.30am: Breakfast and networking
9am: Riikka Pakarinen: The Rising Role of Startups in Finland’s Economy
9.20am: Netlight & UpCloud: Building Forward
9.50am: Q&A
Spaces are limited so secure your spot today!
Sharing insights and opening the discussion on the day we are excited to hear from…
CEO, Finnish Startup Community
Director of Strategic Partnerships, UpCloud
Manager, Netlight