Ideas & Connections- networking event 16.9.2026

Ajankohta 16.09.2026 14:00 - 16:00
Paikka Väinönkatu 7, Jyväskylä (Learning Cafe/Crazy Town)
Tapahtuma
| 16.9.2026

Ideas & Connections- networking event 16.9.2026

Grow your network and turn your expertise into a business!

Are you an entrepreneur—or interested in becoming one? Join us for an inspiring networking event. The programme includes an entrepreneur’s talk and plenty of opportunities to meet other like-minded people and networking. 

2:00 p.m Welcome and introductions 

  • Entrepreneur’s talk: Experiences and lessons from the entrepreneurial journey 
  • Facilitated networking: Getting to know the other participants and organisations providing support for businesses and entrepreneurs.
  • Open networking and exchange of ideas 

4:00 p.m. Event ends

Entrepreneurs share their stories

Asanka Jayarathne and Wathsala Jayarathne
Directors of the Board, AJ Kuljetusratkaisut Oy

Asanka Jayarathne and Wathsala Jayarathne are the Directors of the Board at AJ Kuljetusratkaisut Oy, a young and steadily growing transport and moving company based in Jyväskylä. Founded in early 2024, the company provides reliable and flexible moving, removal and delivery services across Finland, from single-item transport to complete house moves. AJ Kuljetusratkaisut Oy also offers affordable, tailor-made moving solutions designed around the needs and budgets of university students. With customer satisfaction, flexibility and reliability at its core, the ambitious company is continuously developing its services and expanding its presence across Finland.

Facebook: AJ Kuljetusratkaisut oy

Nora Somlyody
CEO, Experience Workshop Oy

Nora Somlyody is a journalist, author and the CEO of Experience Workshop Oy, which she has led since its founding in 2016. The company offers training courses, school visits and tailored educational travel programmes for educators and students from around the world. Its programmes focus on STEAM, artificial intelligence and Finnish education, with institutional visits covering the entire education system from early childhood education to university. Experience Workshop also provides professional development and curriculum advisory training, helping individuals and organisations invest in the future of education.

Website: www.experienceworkshop.org

Three benefits of participating:

  • Learn from the experiences of an entrepreneur.
  • Build valuable new connections and exchange ideas with others.
  • Learn to know Steps to starting a business 

Coffee or tea  will be served during the event.
Come along to learn, share ideas, and expand your network—we look forward to seeing you!

Organizers,
Keski-Suomen Yritysidea
Gradia
Jyväskylän kaupunki
Keski-Suomen Elinvoimakeskus

Register  for the event by September 14th using this form. 

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