DEEP TECH INVESTOR DAY 2025
Join LPs, VCs, policymakers, ecosystem leaders, and a select of top startup founders, for an exclusive event dedicated to high-level discussion on Critical Tech opportunities and investments, as well as the future of critical tech innovation in Europe and in Finland specifically.
This isn’t a conference. It’s a curated, high-impact gathering designed to create real conversations, real relationships, and real momentum.
We check all the registrations and only confirm the most relevant voices to join the conversation. So far, 100+ local and international investors and 50+ ecosystem leaders and policymakers are already confirmed.
What’s on the Main Agenda? Three Dynamic Panel Discussions
1. LP Panel
- Special guest: NATO Innovation Fund (NIF).
- Focus of the discussion: perspectives on the capital flows, risks, and geopolitical significance of critical tech investment inc. deep tech, life sciences, dual-use ...
- Potential LP Panelists: TBD soon. In discussion with top LPs in Europe.
2. VC Panel
- Focus of the discussion: Opportunities and investments in critical tech inc. deep tech, life sciences, dual-use ...
- Potential VC Panelists: TBD soon. In discussion with top VCs in Europe.
3. Tripartite Battle: Founder vs. Investor vs. Politician
- Focus of the discussion: How to Ensure a Deep Tech Company's Competitiveness in International Markets?
- Panelists: A candid conversation – and a bit of a verbal showdown – featuring:
Founder: Paula Viinamäki (Granarium)
Investor: Anssi Uimonen (Nordic Science Investments)
Politician: Ville Skinnari (MP, former Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade)
Moderator: Janiina Lammi (BSV Ventures & Helsinki Partners)
4. In addition to the Main Agenda, there will be:
Keynote speeches
Startup pitches (If you’re a startup – please, apply here)
Networking sessions
You can expect:
Insightful discussions on the future of critical tech opportunities and investments including deep tech, life sciences, and dual-use technologies i.e. tech that is shaping our future.
A relaxed yet dynamic networking atmosphere with LPs, VCs, Policymakers, ecosystem leaders, and top startup founders.
Selected and trained startups pitching on stage and exhibiting their innovations.
Food & Drinks served throughout the day.
Critical technologies aren’t just a market opportunity, they’re the backbone of Europe’s future security, resilience, and competitiveness.
This event is about the people, capital, and policy decisions that will shape that future.
If you’re investing in or building the future, this is where you need to be.
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For questions about the event, contact Walid (walid@bsv.ventures)
We are looking forward to meeting you!
RSVP By 29.5.2025
If you’re a startup – please, apply here.
Who is behind the event:
BSV Ventures (Main Organizer): Early-stage VC investing in deeptech, life sciences and dual-use startups in EU
Lexia: (Sponsor) Your legal partner who can anticipate future challenges instead of only solving existing problems. We create value and we bring peace of mind. We will lead your company to a path of success with expertise and client-focused legal services for businesses.
Helsinki Partners (Sponsor): is a city marketing, investment and talent attraction company owned by the City of Helsinki. Our mission is to promote the city’s sustainable growth, to attract investments, businesses, talent and visitors, to conduct international sales and marketing, as well as to build Helsinki’s global brand and reputation.
FiBAN (Partner): The largest angel investor network in Europe matchmaking investors and startups.
Aalto Startup Center (Partner): accelerates the growth and success of early-stage startups, particular those with a focus on high-tech and sustainable innovations.
A-Grid (Partner): Home to more than 160 startups, accelerators, and influential stakeholders. A Grid stands as Northern Europe’s leading founders’ factory, committed to driving startups success.
Mimir (Partner):
The Training Ground for Future Deep Tech Leaders. A non-profit movement making the New Nordics global leaders in research commercialization with students leading the way.