The one and only Prodeko Seminar
The Prodeko community's biggest annual event, the Prodeko Seminar, is here again – this year with the theme Business and Geopolitics! The seminar brings together key players from industry, entrepreneurship, research, and education, as well as students, to discuss timely and impactful topics.
How do geopolitical shifts shape the business landscape? What opportunities and challenges do companies face in an increasingly globalized world? How can technology and innovation help navigate these changes?
These and many other questions will be explored at the Prodeko Seminar! The inspiring seminar day on Friday, May 16th, in Otaniemi, will feature insightful talks and discussions on the theme, as well as a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow members of the Prodeko community.
The event is divided into two parts: the seminar itself and an evening gathering, where drinks, snacks, and good company await.
Registration for the event will open later – stay tuned for more details!
TLDR:
What: Prodeko-seminar 2025
Where: Otaniemi (more accurate location details will be published with the ticket sales)
When: On Friday 16.5: Seminar 13-17, Evening festivities 17-
Why: The greatest event of the year for the entire Prodeko community!
Schedule
13:00-17:00 : The Seminar
17:00- : Evening Festivities
*A more detailed schedule will be announced soon*
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Elina Valtonen, Parliament of Finland: The current Minister for Foreign affairs, and a member of the Parliament of Finland with experience from both the business and political domains.
Anu Bradford, Columbia Law School: Professor at Columbia Law School, an award-winning author and an expert of international trade law and the multifaceted challenges of regulating digital technologies.
Vili Lehdonvirta, University of Oxford & Aalto University: Expert of political and sociological effects of digital infrastructures, platforms and gig economy, with dual professorship in Aalto University and the University of Oxford.
PANEL SPEAKERS
Tarun Sharma, Nokia Ventures & Aalto University: Partner and operative leader of Nokia Ventures. With experience from several high-profile tech companies, venture investing and startups, he is now bringing his insights to Aalto as the Executive in residence at DIEM.
Risto Siilasmaa, F-Secure, WithSecure, several board positions: Renowned technology executive with notable board positions across the Finnish tech market, strong entrepreneurial experience from the cybersecurity sector, and a will to support next-generation founders to grow their companies.
Mervi Airaksinen, Microsoft: Experienced leader who has driven growth in several notable tech companies without forgetting the people in the digital era.
*Please note that this list is subject to changes based on the availability of the speakers