What we’re about
GroundUp is a non-profit community for entrepreneurs, founders, and startup enthusiasts in Finland. Our mission is to connect people with great ideas, essential skills, and shared ambitions.
Our initial focus is on bringing people together through face-to-face co-founder meetups and knowledge-sharing sessions in a casual, supportive environment. We believe that by collaborating and helping each other grow from the ground up, we can build something truly great together.
👉 If you’d like to get upcoming event announcements and startup-related news (no spam), follow our LinkedIn page & join the WhatsApp group via these links:
- LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/groundupfi/
- WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BeqQeJIR8W0De5cP9V14Bw
- GroundUp: https://www.groundup.fi/
Upcoming events
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Founder Stories: Featuring Emilia Jyrkiäinen, Founder & CEO of Vaina Group Oy
Central library Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki, FIJoin GroundUp for an inspiring evening of entrepreneurship as we welcome Emilia Jyrkiäinen, Founder & CEO of Vaina Group Oy.
Get ready to dive deep into the creation of Vaina Group Oy. Emilia isn't just sharing a story; she's sharing the strategy.
What you’ll learn:
- 🚀 The Origin: How Vaina Group Oy went from a vision to a venture.
- ✅ Execution: The real process of prepping, registering, and launching a company.
- 💡 Your Turn: Emilia’s top tips for others looking to start their own journey.
- 💰 The Money Talk: How to navigate accounting and keep your finances healthy in the Finnish ecosystem.
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a current founder, or simply curious about the startup world, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical insights and motivation from someone who has been there. Moreover, you get to learn how to manage startup accounting and finances in Finland.
Event Details
Speaker: Emilia Jyrkiäinen, Founder & CEO of Vaina Group Oy
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 16:00 – 19:00
Location: Helsinki Central Library Oodi
Room: Group Room 3 (2nd Floor)
Address: Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 00100 Helsinki, Finland
Organizer: GroundUp
Sponsor: SpeedZone
Cost: Free event
Stay Connected!
Don't miss out on future events and news! Follow GroundUp on:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/groundupfi/
- WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BeqQeJIR8W0De5cP9V14Bw
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Past events
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