Dear member of the Finnish Startup Community,


We cordially invite you to join the Startup Gala 2025 on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 5 PM onwards at Vanha Ylioppilastalo, Mannerheimintie 3, Helsinki.

This year, we will celebrate the incredible journey of startups and growth companies, highlighting the different phases of growth — from bold ideas to scaling operations — and the immense dedication entrepreneurs and investors invest in building exceptional companies. Your presence is essential in making this celebration truly special. 

Please RSVP by March 21st. Note that all gala participants must fill out the sign-up form to ensure a spot at the venue.

You can find more basic information on the Gala below. All gala participants will also receive a calendar invite and Startup Gala 101 information package closer to the event in their emails after RSVPing, including specific details on the venue and program.

Please note: If you don´t receive a confirmation email of your registration, please ensure your registration has gone through by contacting us (maija@startupyhteiso.com).

What's a Startup Gala?

The Startup Gala is an annual evening for the founders, partners, and CxO´s of our community companies to celebrate in style. During the evening, our community members can meet other like-minded people and expand their networks.

The event is by invitation only!

What's the theme of the year?

This year, we will honor the remarkable journey of startups and growth companies, showcasing the various stages of their growth — from daring concepts to expanding operations — and recognizing the tremendous commitment entrepreneurs and investors pour into creating outstanding businesses.

What to wear?

The dress code for the gala is black-tie.

The black-tie dress code means a tuxedo or dinner jacket with tuxedo pants. It also includes a dark suit. The black-tie dress code also means knee-length or full-length evening dresses.

Is there an After Party?

Indeed, there is!

All gala participants are welcome to join the Gala After Party at Smartly's Event Space in the Helsinki city center. Stay tuned for more information!

Questions?

If you have questions, please contact us at maija@startupyhteiso.com. We are happy to help.

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