Posts Tagged ‘Business Oulu’
Future Expert Launchpad kicked off in Oulu – new application round now open
The Future Expert Launchpad (FELP), launched in Oulu, brings together professionals from different fields, companies, and best practices in innovation work. Over the course of eight weeks, participants develop solutions to real business challenges, receive guidance from experts, and discover new directions for their careers. FELP offers an opportunity to step into a creative and energetic environment where ideas grow into concepts.
The Future Expert Launchpad (FELP) kicked off in March in Oulu as a collaboration between BusinessOulu and Demola. This intensive eight‑week program offers current and future innovation professionals from various fields the opportunity to develop new product and service concepts and demos in teams. The goal is to support the employment and skills development of highly educated professionals, international talents, and jobseekers looking for a new direction in their careers.
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Originally published on 1 Apr
Read MoreOulu strengthened its status as an international conference city in 2025 – the Capital of Culture year began with strong growth in tourism
Oulu’s position as an international conference and congress city was strengthened by the growth in events held in 2025. At the same time, recent tourism statistics show that 2026 has started strongly for both tourism in Oulu and the Pohjola Route region. This growth is supported by increased event activity, the visibility brought by the Capital of Culture year, and growing international interest in Northern Finland.
According to recent statistics from the Finland Convention Bureau, 36 international congresses were held in Oulu last year, which is five more than in 2024. This result placed Oulu sixth in the comparison of Finnish congress cities.
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Originally published on 9 Mar
Read MoreDemola and BusinessOulu Connect Talent and Companies Through Innovation Projects – Future Expert Launchpad is now in Oulu!
The Future Expert Launchpad (FELP) aims to support the employment and skills development of highly educated international professionals, graduating students, and individuals seeking new career directions. FELP offers participants the opportunity to work on genuine, market‑driven projects and strengthen their expertise through hands-on collaboration.
Demola is a Finnish company with 15 years of experience in new concept development and co-creation. Its globally operating innovation platform brings together talent and real business needs.
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Originally published on 2 Mar
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