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Keeping the Momentum: Upcoming Summer Events with NSES

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Discover what’s coming up this summer at North Savo Entrepreneurship Society (NSES). From the Female Founders Lounge to community picnics, stay connected with the Kuopio startup community!

A new season means fresh opportunities—and we’re keeping the momentum going through the summer with an exciting lineup of events designed to inspire, connect, and support our community. Whether you’re a student, a freelancer, or an aspiring entrepreneur, these sessions are packed with opportunities to build practical skills, network with like-minded locals, and stay plugged into the North Savo startup ecosystem.

We kicked things off yesterday, June 24, with our highly anticipated Female Founders Lounge, an empowering space dedicated to connecting women in business and exploring confidence in sales.

Today, June 25, we are hosting our General Meeting to bring our community and members together to discuss the exciting future and internal updates of the society.

Looking further ahead into the summer, mark your calendars for another edition of the Female Founders Lounge on Wednesday, July 29. It’s the perfect mid-summer reset to fuel your professional inspiration and expand your business circle.

To wrap up the season, we’re planning a relaxed, outdoor Summer Vibes Picnic (Date: TBA), ideal for soaking up the sun and enjoying casual networking with the community.

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Explore details and register for all upcoming NSES events at our official event community page: luma.com/nses.

Business Sisters

Introducing Business Sisters

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The Nordic Startup Ecosystem (NSES) is thrilled to launch Business Sisters, a brand-new monthly meetup designed specifically for women entrepreneurs, freelancers, and anyone curious about stepping into the business world.

If you’ve been looking for a supportive community of like-minded women to share ideas, build networks, and grow your career, your seat is officially waiting. 💜

What is Business Sisters?

Think coffee, networking, real talk, new connections, inspiring guest speakers, and a room full of women who just get it.

Business Sisters will happen every last Wednesday of the month. It is designed to be your regular monthly dose of inspiration, authentic connection, and business bestie energy. Whether you are already running an established business or are just starting to explore a side hustle, this community is for you.

Launch Event Topic: Mastering the Art of Sales

For our very first Business Sister of the Month meetup, we are diving straight into one of the most vital—and sometimes daunting—business topics: SALES.

To guide us through it, we are bringing in an absolute expert.

Featured Guest Speaker: Minja Smura

We are excited to welcome Minja Smura, a seasoned sales and business coach with extensive experience in entrepreneurship. Minja specializes in breaking down sales strategies into practical, actionable steps. She will help us approach selling in a way that feels less scary, more confident, and—dare we say—maybe even fun! 👀

Event Details & Location

Ready to join the community? Here is everything you need to know for our inaugural event:

  • 📅 Date: Wednesday, June 24
  • ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • 📍 Location: Hub Panostamo
  • 🎟️ Admission: Free entry (Registration required)

Who is this for?

Come exactly as you are! This network is built for diversity, collaboration, and mutual support. You belong here if you are a:

  • 🚀 Founder or Co-founder
  • 💼 Freelancer or Consultant
  • 🎓 Student with a passion for business
  • 🔥 Side hustler testing out a new idea
  • 🌟 Future CEO or simply “business curious”

Don’t miss out on building your local business network and learning how to elevate your sales game. Bring your ideas, your questions, and your favorite notebook.

See you there, sis! 💜

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Starting the Year Strong with NSES Events

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A new year means a fresh start — and we’re kicking off the semester with a lineup of events designed to inspire, connect, and support our community. January is packed with opportunities to meet new people, learn practical skills, and ease back into the academic rhythm.

Join us for Sip & Connect on 12.1, a relaxed space to meet fellow students and spark new conversations.

Later in the month, our Community Hangout on 23.1 brings everyone together for a cozy mid‑semester reset.

We’ll wrap up with a Time Management Talk on 28.1, perfect for boosting your productivity as the semester unfolds.

Explore all upcoming NSES events at luma.com/nses.