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SUMMARY:Event Full\, Waitlist Opened! | Visit | Ensto Invest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special visit to Ensto Invest – a family-owned company shaping a sustainable future through long-term industrial ownership. Rooted in Finnish values\, combining responsibility\, innovation\, and resilience to support companies that build smarter\, cleaner\, and more sustainable societies. \n\n\n\nGuests will be granted an exclusive look at Handle with Care\, the Miettinen Collection’s exhibition on view in Ensto Invest’s space — an exploration of how themes of care and contemporary resonance unfold through art within a working environment. \n\n\n\nThis event is open for members and their guests!  \n\n\n\n\n\n???? Where: Ensto Invest\, Ludviginkatu 3–5\, Helsinki???? Date & Time: 5th November 2025\, from 16:00 to 18:00???? Capacity: 20 persons maximum⏳ Last day to sign up: 5th November 2025✨ Sparkling wine will be served.???? enstoinvest.com
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-to-ensto-invest/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for business explorers,Events for networking addicts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251106T170000
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SUMMARY:Inside the Arts | Atelier Visit: Laura Pehkonen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another exclusive dip into the Helsinki art scene. This time\, Inside the Arts visits the atelier of Finnish ceramic and visual artist Laura Pehkonen.\n\n\n\nLaura Pehkonen is a ceramicist and visual artist based in Helsinki who graduated with a Master of Arts degree from Aalto University in 2014. In recent years\, she has created large-scale public ceramic wall artworks for clients such as the Helsinki Art Museum HAM\, Vaasa Hospital\, and the Finnish State Art Commission. (Lokal Helsinki) \n\n\n\nPehkonen uses and combines various materials and techniques in her work; currently focusing on ceramic\, wood\, and painting as mediums. In this special event\, we will get the chance to experience the works in-person and hear about Pehkonen’s artistic practice\, followed by a chance to ask deepening questions and engage in dialogue with the artist herself. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaura Pehkonen\n\n\n\n…  is a Finnish Helsinki-based ceramic and visual artist working mainly with unique pieces. In recent years\, she has created several large-scale public ceramic wall reliefs. Pehkonen uses and combines various materials and techniques in her work. Currently she is working with ceramic\, wood and painting. \n\n\n\n“I am looking for contrasts\, proportions\, balance and presence in my work. Regardless of the material or technique\, I am curious to do try-outs. Ceramic\, mixed media and painting. Rather than repeating a single format\, I provoke myself with several materials and techniques.” \n\n\n\nPehkonen’s works are included in the collections of HAM\, EMMA\, the Finnish State Art Commission / Finnish National Gallery\, and several private collections. Her work has been exhibited in Finland as well as in Iceland\, Denmark\, France\, Sweden and Peru. \n\n\n\nInstagram: @lpehkonen
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/inside-the-arts-atelier-visit-laura-pehkonen/
LOCATION:The Atelier of Laura Pehkonen\, Vallilla\, (exact address to be shared at a later time)
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers,For Design Lovers,For Design Lovers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251110T100000
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SUMMARY:Walk & Coffee with Sarah
DESCRIPTION:Walk around Töölö Bay \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Walk and Coffee \n\n\n\nPlease join us on Monday 10 November for a walk around Töölö Bay. Easy\, flat walk around 5km. Meet at front of Central Station. We are heading towards Finlandia Talo for coffee (own dime). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Central railway station – in front of Olivia’s\n\n\n\nDifficulty level: easy \n\n\n\nDeadline to register: 7/11/2025\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: guests are welcome\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Sarah Kolkman\, sarah@iwch.fi
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/7606/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for active adventurers
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SUMMARY:November Luncheon | Lilla Roberts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Luncheon at the boutique hotel Lilla Roberts\, right in the heart of Helsinki!\n\n\n\nLilla Roberts blends modern luxury with 1930s Art Deco charm offering a unique atmosphere. We are delighted to have our luncheon speaker\, Doctoral Researcher and Project Specialist Ana Jones- Wilenius from the Finland Futures Research Centre\, who will share highlights from the Summary Report of the Great Forest Dialogue Day 2025\, freshly published by the Kone Foundation on the 23rd of October.  \n\n\n\nForest is a very important resource for the Finnish economy\, but is also vital for climate\, biodiversity\, and contributes to people’s wellbeing- many Finns love to go to forest to enjoy nature. Have you ever thought about how society should balance all the different interests in the forest in a sustainable way? What does forest mean to you? \n\n\n\nAna has been one of the organisers of the many dialogues for the Great Forest Dialogue Day\, as well as the accompanying report. Her research centres on interdisciplinary initiatives that investigate the nature of change and its effect on the social environment of cities globally. Ana has lived in Columbia\, the United States\, and Germany. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Schedule: 11:30 – 12:00 Presentation; 12:15 -14:00 Luncheon (by Krog Roba\, €31\,50) \n\n\n\nVenue:  Meeting Room Selim\, Lilla Roberts\, Pieni Roobertinkatu 1-3\, 00130 Helsinki \n\n\n\nCapacity: 40 participants \n\n\n\nNo shows and late cancellations (after the deadline) will be invoiced.  \n\n\n\nTo cancel\, contact the event organiser latest Friday 7.11. 10am.  \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the Future of Forests in Finland?Results from the Summary Report of the Great Forest Dialogue Day 2025 \n\n\n\nForests play a crucial role in mitigating climate change and halting biodiversity loss. They are an essential part of the Finnish economy and an important source of income generation.   \n\n\n\nAt the same time\, forests are meaningful spaces for living\, recreation\, for wellbeing and restoration. Research shows forests are irreplaceable ecosystems\, essential to provide habitat for thousands of species. \n\n\n\nYet\, the meaning\, and the use of forests in Finland is changing. In the future\, we will need to learn how to balance the plurality of people’s values and interests while ensuring that forests remain within their ecological carrying capacity. \n\n\n\n\nAna Jones-Wilenius\, PhD Candidate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n…conducts research at the Finland Futures Research Centre (FFRC)\, University of Turku. Her focus is on interdisciplinary systems and complexity research combined with futures theory and methods to contribute to build knowledge and understanding of the human-nature integration\, how it evolves and its role in social change.  \n\n\n\nAna holds a B.A. of Interior Design from the Boston Architectural College in Boston\, USA. In 2014 she completed her Master of Science in Resource Efficiency in Architecture and Urban Planning\, (M.Sc.) from the HafenCity University Hamburg. Currently she is PhD Candidate at the University of Turku\, Turku School of Economics. The preliminary title of her thesis is: Greensight: A Futures-Inspired Framework for Exploring Transformation in the Urban Environment.  \n\n\n\nAna’s experience involves working on international and multi-disciplinary projects with a pronounced social purpose. She has lived in eight countries and 13 cities.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/november-luncheon-lilla-roberts/
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for networking addicts,For Foodies
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251111T150000
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SUMMARY:Visit | The Executive Office of the City of Helsinki
DESCRIPTION: The City of Helsinki\, the capital of Finland and country’s largest employer\, operates with over 37\,000 professionals across four divisions and central administration. The central administration\, the City Executive Office\, is an agency under the Helsinki city government which is responsible for the development of the city. The City Office acts as the general planning\, preparation and executive office of the City Council\, City Board and City administration\, with the aim of creating added value for the City of Helsinki and improving its operations. \n\n\n\n During the visit you will get an overview of the City of Helsinki’s operations\, guiding principles\, city strategy as well as its international engagement. \n\n\n\nWhere: Aleksanterinkatu 20 “Bock House” \n\n\n\nDate & Time: 11th November 2025\, from 15:00 to 16:30 \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThe visit will offer insights into how Helsinki aims to ensure a high quality of life for its residents through sustainable development\, good governance\, and inclusive cooperation. Participants will also learn how the city promotes community\, innovation\, and global partnerships in its work. \n\n\n\nThis event is an excellent opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Helsinki’s strategic direction and the city’s role as a responsible\, forward-looking capital. \n\n\n\n(c) Jussi Hellsten
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-the-executive-office-of-the-city-of-helsinki/
LOCATION:Helsinki Old Town Hall\, Aleksanterinkatu 20\, 00170 Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for networking addicts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251112T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251112T160000
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SUMMARY:Visit | Finnpartnership
DESCRIPTION:We warmly welcome you to visit Finnpartnership\,\n\n\n\n…  a Business Partnership Programme financed by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and managed by Finnfund. \n\n\n\nDuring the visit\, you will have the opportunity to learn about Finnpartnership’s work in fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth through business collaboration\, its funding instruments\, and inspiring success stories from Finnish companies expanding globally with a positive impact. \n\n\n\nOur host will be Birgit Nevala\, Programme Director\, who will introduce the programme’s activities and share insights into how Finnish businesses can create value and social impact through international partnerships. \n\n\n\nMembers and their guests are welcome. \n\n\n\nBirgit Nevala\, Programme Director at Finnpartnership\n\n\n\nAddress: Porkkalankatu 22 A\, 00180 Helsinki \n\n\n\nMaximum capacity: 20 personsDeadline for sign-up: November 10\, 2025
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/visit-finnpartnership/
LOCATION:Finnpartnership\, Porkkalankatu 22 A\,\, 00180 Helsinki
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for business explorers,Events for networking addicts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251120T150000
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SUMMARY:Jukka Rintala – Master of Elegance\, Finlandia Showroom Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Fashion artist Jukka Rintala is one of the brightest stars in the Finnish fashion world\, \n\n\n\n… whose line creates strength\, sensitivity and beauty in all his designs. He combines fashion and art in a unique way\, making his sculptural costumes shine and arouse admiration. \n\n\n\nJukka Rintala is also a painter\, whose art has been presented in several museum exhibitions alongside his costumes. Costumes and paintings form a unique combination – Rintala’s life’s work. The experiential exhibition at Finlandia Hall showcases the best of Jukka Rintala – unique costumes and paintings – from his long career. \n\n\n\nJoin us for coffees/drinks in Finlandia Cafe&Wine after the Showroom Exhibition!
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/jukka-rintala-master-of-elegance-finlandia-showroom-exhibition/
LOCATION:Finlandia-talo\, Mannerheimintie 13e\, 00100
CATEGORIES:Events,Events for art lovers,Events for business explorers,Events for fashion devotees,For Design Lovers,For Design Lovers
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