Advancing entrepreneurship and innovations
Behind Aalto's entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem are both student-led entrepreneurial activities and the university's own research and innovation hubs.
Unleashing innovation – Join us in Berlin for an evening of entrepreneurial insights and radical creativity!
Join the meet-and-greet for alumni and friends offering insights on entrepreneurship and creativity, and continue the evening at the Radical Creatives film screening.
We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive event in Berlin, specially crafted for our alumni and friends in Germany. Join us for an engaging evening celebrating the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem and the power of radical creativity.
The evening will be hosted by Aalto University's Vice President of Innovation, Janne Laine. Associate Professor Jens Schmidt, Strategic Management, will share his insights into the dynamics of entrepreneurial ecosystems and the transformative power of radical creativity.
After the meet-and-greet for alumni and friends, you are welcome to join us for a screening of Radical Creatives at 19.00. The film is produced by Aalto University and directed by alum Emilia Hernesniemi. The screening and accompanying panel discussion is part of the closing event of the Summation exhibition celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Nordic Embassies in Berlin. After the panel discussion, the evening will continue with the closing reception of the exhibition.
Refreshments and snacks will be served throughout the evening, and the dress code is business casual.
This event is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with the alumni community, share experiences, meet with representatives of Aalto University, and explore pathways to harnessing creativity for entrepreneurial success.
Please confirm your participation by registering via this site by 7 January 2025.
I look forward to seeing you and sharing an inspiring evening together.
Warm regards,
Janne Laine
Vice President, Innovation
Aalto University
For further information, please contact Annika Linna, Head of Alumni Engagement: annika.linna(a)aalto.fi.
Watch the trailer and visit the film’s website at radicalcreatives.fi.
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