The student startup and entrepreneurship ecosystem in Kuopio is built by the community, for the community. As the year draws to a close, it is time to set strategic priorities, reflect on milestones, and elect the leadership team that will guide the North Savo Entrepreneurship Society (NSES) through the upcoming year.
The NSES Autumn General Meeting takes place on Thursday, November 26, bringing together student innovators, entrepreneurs, and active members to decide what comes next.
What’s on the Agenda?
The general meeting serves as the primary decision-making platform for the society. Key agenda items include:
- Board Elections: Electing executive board members across operations, events, partnerships, and communications for the upcoming term.
- Annual Strategy & Priorities: Defining key initiatives, ecosystem collaborations, and organizational objectives for the year ahead.
- Open Community Forum: Direct input from members on preferred workshops, hackathons, speaker events, and networking initiatives.
Why Step Up for the NSES Board?
Serving on the NSES board provides direct, hands-on leadership experience within the regional startup ecosystem. As a board member, you will:
- Lead Real Initiatives: Conceptualize and host large-scale hackathons, workshops, and cross-border innovation events.
- Expand Your Network: Connect directly with local startup founders, regional angel investors, Finnish universities, and international partner hubs.
- Gain Operational Experience: Develop skills in organizational management, budgeting, cross-cultural team leadership, and stakeholder relations.
Not running for a position? Your presence is equally essential. Attending the general meeting gives you voting rights on leadership candidates and direct influence over the types of programming NSES delivers.
Meeting Details & Location
| Detail | Information |
| Event | NSES Autumn General Meeting |
| Date | Thursday, November 26 |
| Time | 17:00 – 19:00 (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM) |
| Location | Room B5015, Savonia UAS (Microkatu Campus, Kuopio) |
| Who Can Attend | All registered NSES members and prospective student innovators |
Membership Requirement: Join Before You Vote
Voting and running for board positions requires active NSES membership. Membership is completely free of charge.
- Sign up for free membership: Register via the NSES Membership Form before November 26 to secure your voting eligibility.
Join us at Savonia UAS to cast your vote, contribute your ideas, and help build the future of student entrepreneurship in Kuopio.
