90 Day Finn Program 2025
Ready to grow? So is tech in Helsinki! Apply for the world’s happiest business program and give your tech innovation a Helsinki-boost.
The 90 Day Finn Program
Apply for the world’s happiest business program and give your tech innovation a Helsinki-boost. Application deadline: January 31, 2025.
Ready to grow? So is tech in Helsinki! The 90 Day Finn program lets you experience what your company’s future could look like in Helsinki. Come test-drive the happiest innovation ecosystem – live like a (happy) local, think like a visionary.
About the program
Discover the 90 Day Finn Program
The 90 Day Finn Program offers a unique, fast-tracked immersion into Helsinki’s world-renowned innovation ecosystem. Designed for decision-makers in international deep tech companies, this program fuels growth by connecting you to valuable networks, key insights, and fresh market opportunities—all within just 90 days or less.
Perfect for those ready to test new markets and build a strong foundation in Europe, the program provides access to exclusive industry events, tailored relocation support, and a true taste of Helsinki’s vibrant culture. All while fast-tracking your way to powerful Nordic business networks. This is your chance to experience what makes doing business in Helsinki so remarkably rewarding and the locals so happy. Find out if Helsinki is the next step for your tech company’s future—starting right here on top of the world (almost).
Deadline: January 31, 2025
Apply for 90 Day Finn 2025
Submit your application for the happiest business program today. Participants will be interviewed and selected in February 2025 and announced in March 2025. We can’t wait to see your tech innovation grow in Helsinki.
Build for Visionaries: The Ecosystem Fueling Tomorrow’s Innovation
The Helsinki Tech Advantage
Artificial Intelligence
Ethical and Human-Centric AI: The Finnish Center of AI (FCAI) pioneers in human-centric AI, making Helsinki a hub for responsible AI innovation. Finland is strongly investing in AI and establishing an ELLIS institute to accelerate research and attract talent.
Home to Silo AI: Northern Europe’s largest private AI lab was founded in Helsinki and recently acquired by AMD in a $665 million deal. Europe’s largest AI acquisition to date solidifying Helsinki’s place as a powerhouse for world-class AI innovation.
World-Class AI Education: The University of Helsinki and Aalto University offer acclaimed programs and resources in AI, helping to train a highly skilled talent pool. The free online course Elements of AI was developed in Helsinki and has educated over 1 million users with Finnish AI expertise.
Semiconductors
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Nokia’s Legacy and Leadership: With Nokia’s deep-rooted expertise, Helsinki has a strong foundation in telecommunications and microelectronics, with a focus on advancing semiconductor technologies.
Private-Public Collaboration Makes Innovation Future-Proof: VTT Technical Research Centre is heavily involved as collaboration partner for companies in microelectronics and semiconductor R&D, supporting industry advancements in power-efficient and advanced microchips.
Happy birthday ALD! Invented in Finland 50 years ago, Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) transformed semiconductor manufacturing and remains a cornerstone of modern chip technology. Semiconductor research in Helsinki is built on a long history and deep expertise.
Quantum Computing
Unparalleled Computational Power with Access to LUMI: Helsinki’s quantum research benefits from direct access to LUMI, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers and the largest in Europe, located in Finland.
At the Forefront of Doing Business with Quantum: Helsinki’s own IQM is Europe’s fastest-growing quantum computing company and Bluefors’ cutting-edge systems for ultra-low temperature cryogenics are widely used. Making Helsinki a critical center for translating quantum breakthroughs into practical business applications.
Helsinki Quantum Expertise: Finland plays an essential role in the European Quantum Flagship Program, which aims to accelerate quantum computing and securing Europe’s place in this transformative field.
Cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity Hub of Northern Europe: Helsinki is recognized for its strong cybersecurity ecosystem, with global players like F-Secure and WithSecure leading innovation in digital security solutions.
NATO Cyber Defense Partnerships: As a NATO partner, Finland contributes to cutting-edge research in cyber defense. One accelerator and two test centers will be established in Finland by NATO’s DIANA (Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic).
Talented Cyber Workforce: Finnish universities and companies train a highly specialized workforce in cybersecurity, making Helsinki an ideal location for companies focused on secure tech and digital resilience.
Fast-track your Expansion to Nordics
3 (there are more) Reasons to Apply
#1
Europe’s leader in digitalisation
Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI)
#2
Most innovative region in Europe
Regional Innovation Scoreboard, 2024
#1
Capital of the happiest country
World Happiness Report, 2024
“All of the 90 Day Finn events, both cultural and business, provided concrete insights into how Finland is leveraging the tech industry to enhance well-being and society in general. Great job Helsinki Partners!”
Rodolphe Célestin, Senior Product Designer at Blank and 90 Day Finn 2024
“You’re going to find people thinking more multidisciplinary naturally, which is in and of itself a tremendous advantage. The 90 Day Finn Program brings together 15 change makers, and together we’re a multiplier effect.”
Amelia Schaffner, strategy and innovation partner at Lexicon Strategies and 90 Day Finn 2023
90 Day Finn Program Timeline Overview
What Will Happen When?
We’ve put together a comprehensive program that covers everything you need to know about the Finnish innovation ecosystem. Focusing on the following tech industries: AI, Quantum, semiconductors, cybersecurity & healthtech. The program is designed in a way that allows you to carry out your daily work – and hopefully also experience the life-work balance in Helsinki.
Application
Period
November 18, 2024 – January 31, 2025: Application period for the 90 Day Finn Program in 2025. Applicants fill out this form. If there are any questions regarding the application form please contact 90DayFinn@HelsinkiPartners.com
Participant
Selection
February 2025: Our team will review all applications. Applicants selected for the next step will go through a virtual interview.
Remote Onboarding
March-May 2025: Participants will have a preparatory phase in spring to ensure they are ready for their transformative journey in Helsinki. The remote onboarding includes online meetings with the relocation agency, your personal Business Advisor from Helsinki Partners, and the rest of the 90 Day Finn 2025 participants.
Intensive Immersion
August 7 – September 5, 2025: A 30-day intensive immersion, featuring exclusive events and insights to connect with local businesses, networks, and culture. We will cover the expenses for a relocation agency, a co-working space, and business consultancy from Helsinki Partners.
See a detailed overview of the intensive immersion below.
Extension Period
September 5 – November 5, 2025: An optional 60-day period to deepen new contacts and further explore business opportunities identified during the immersion. Relocation agency, co-working space, and business consultancy from Helsinki Partners is still covered.
Alumni Network
November 5, 2025 – FOREVER: Congratulations, you’ve graduated as 90 Day Finn of 2025 and now belong to the powerful alumni network of change makers. Read more about the network here.
Intensive Immersion
What will the program in Helsinki include? Please note that Helsinki Partners reserves the right to make adjustments to the schedule if needed. We expect the participants to be in Helsinki for the intensive immersion.
Thursday: Kick-off at the Helsinki Partners office. Breakfast, welcome presentations from your hosts & getting to know wach other. Followed by a tour of the co-working space, the official group photo and a dinner including spouses and families.
Friday – Sunday: Cultural & family-friendly deep-dive into Helsinki. For example Fuel your Finnish session, a Sauna experience, berry picking in Nuuksio National park, and a family-friendly walking tour in Helsinki.
Business visits & networking event. Example Schedule:
Monday, Quantum Day: Visiting Bluefors in the morning, shared lunch followed by an afternoon at IQM and VTT.
Tuesday, Local Friend: Your business advisor will schedule a personal welcome lunch together with your local friend.
Wednesday, Semiconductor Special: A morning with Business Finland and the funding available for Semiconductor innovation, followed by a visit to their neighbour Nvidia. A lunch with Nokia and the Finnish semiconductor legacy.
Thursday-Friday, Alumni Gathering: Once a year we invite all 90 Day Finn alumni to re-unite in Helsinki. In 2024 we had a group of more than 20 alumni travelling to Helsinki. To meet the new 90 Day Finns, have inspiring brainstorming sessions together, and strengthen the international network.
Weekend, Free-Time: We will give you a lot of tips how to have the best time possible in Helsinki. Alone, with your family or the other participants.
Business visits & networking event. Example Schedule:
Monday, Talent of Tomorrow: Hear how tech talent of tomorrow is trained at University of Helsinki, Aalto University, and what special offers Helsinki is providing.
Tuesday, AI Adventure: A visit to Silo AI, Europe’s largest private AI lab.
Wednesday, Networking Event: We will invite all local tech contacts you should know to expand your tech company successfully to Helsinki.
Thursday, Business Consultancy: Time for personal 1:1 meetings with local companies you would like to meet and/or a meeting with your Business Advisor from Helsinki Partners to discuss your expansion plans to Helsinki.
Friday, Cybersecurity Inspiration: Security breakfast at our office with FISC & Ministry of Foreign Affairs as special speakers. Followed by a visit to F-Secure including their Museum of malware art.
Weekend, Free-Time: We will give you a lot of tips how to have the best time possible in Helsinki. Alone, with your family or the other participants.
A week to catch up on your work while enjoying life as a (happy) Finn in Helsinki.
Business visits & networking event. Example Schedule:
Monday, Gaming Sidetrack: Supercell, Metacore & Housemarque visits – how are they connected to Deeptech?
Tuesday, Business Consultancy: Time for personal 1:1 meetings with local companies you would like to meet and/or a meeting with your Business Advisor from Helsinki Partners to discuss your expansion plans to Helsinki.
Wednesday, XR Sidetrack: Visit to Helsinki XR center to meet the most important players there.
Thursday, Collaborate to Innovate: Open data, testing & more in Helsinki. Inspiring keynotes at the Helsinki Partners office.
Friday, Goodbye: Brunch with the mayor of Helsinki & farewell dinner.
90 Day Finn in media
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“With every company or institution within Finland, I was able to speak to the President, Chairman or CEO very quickly. 90 Day Finn gave us those connections. Without it, it would have taken years”
Sean Carr, CEO of Global Innovation Exchange (GIX) and 90 Day Finn 2021
“AI research in Finland is not a slave to technology. Instead, the goal of the research is to find solutions to improve human life and happiness.”
Roberta Gilardi, CEO of G-Gravity and 90 Day Finn 2022
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90 Day Finn FAQ
90 Day Finn 2025 will focus on providing decision-makers in foreign deep tech companies with a unique, fast-tracked immersion into Helsinki’s world-renowned innovation ecosystem. Helsinki Partners’ goal is to attract tech innovation and deep tech jobs to Helsinki. The application period is November 18, 2024 – January 31, 2025 and the intensive immersion of the program runs from August 7 to September 5, 2025 with the option to extend until November 5, 2025.
90 Day Finn 2025 is searching for decision-makers in international deep tech companies who are looking for expansion or investment opportunities.
This program is not suited for people who are currently searching for work.
No, there is no application fee for the program.
However, participants are responsible for their own expenses including travel, visa applications, living costs, and personal expenses. Helsinki Partners will cover the costs of relocation services, which include assistance with visa applications, finding an apartment, and finding schools/daycares for children.
Before the program – remote:
- Relocation services, including assistance with visa applications and finding an apartment
- Virtual preparatory program to ensure a smooth arrival
During the program – in Helsinki:
- Coworking space
- Tailored networking events and business visits
- Personal business advisor
- Local friend to help you settle in
After the program:
- Support for your potential business plans in Finland
- Free access to our 90 Day Finn alumni network
Read the 90 Day Finn Program’s Terms and Conditions.
You don’t! The program is tailored to the busy schedules of our 90 Day Finns, which is why the program begins with a 30-day intensive immersion and continues with a 60-day optional extension, where you may stay longer to deepen your new connections and and continue developing your business with the support of your local business advisor.
Helsinki is an affordable and well-connected city. The local bus, tram, train, and metro system cover the whole city and the centre is very walkable. You can easily manage your life without a car. However, for day trips you can easily rent a car or use a car-share service.
You can find more information about life in Helsinki below:
You are more than welcome to Helsinki whether or not you are selected for the programme! Our business advisors are here to support your business needs. Learn more about our services.
In addition, there are a number of other organisations able to offer free support:
If you have questions about the application process or the program do not hesitate to reach out. You can anticipate a response within 3-4 working days: 90DayFinn@HelsinkiPartners.com
Contact info
If you have questions about the application process or the program do not hesitate to reach out. You can anticipate a response within 3-4 working days: 90DayFinn@HelsinkiPartners.com