Hosts, moderators, and masters of ceremony

Alec Neihum is a host, TV journalist, and experienced performer. As a politics and economics reporter he ranks among Finland’s leading journalists, with a thorough command of Finnish society and its decision-makers.

Amel Gaily is an experienced, dynamic, and highly situational host and moderator who takes any stage with confident professionalism. This charismatic performer shines at large public events and in intimate panel discussions alike.

Arne Elias Corneliussen hosts conferences and moderates panel debates in English.

Elias “Mäksä” Mäkinen is the voice of his generation and one of Finland's best-known experts on short-form video. His energetic, sharp hosting style combines humour, expertise, and an ability to spark insight in the room.

Elina Aalto is a radiant host, actor, and presentation coach with an exceptional ability to create an enthusiastic, inspiring atmosphere at events. She does careful background work, goes genuinely deep in interviews, and hosts fluently in both Finnish and English.

Essi Hellén is an actor and an event host. She holds the evening together with humour, story, and a presence built on stage.

Ile Uusivuori is one of Finland’s most experienced and charismatic hosts. He is widely known as the host of Masked Singer Suomi, the Emma Awards, the Independence Day reception, and Uutisvuoto, as well as many other popular TV programmes.

Familiar from television, host Ira Hammermann is an experienced, multilingual professional who always does thorough background work and lights up her audience with an immediate presence and an inspiring approach.

Isak Rautio is a true all-rounder whose skill covers both deep substance and entertaining performance. He has, among other things, hosted a Kultaranta Discussions panel at the Presidential Palace, which shows his ability to work in the most demanding and distinguished settings. Isak commands any situation with a calm, convincing touch. Strong stage experience has honed his situational awareness.

Ivan Puopolo is an experienced host who brings expertise, situational awareness, and entertaining energy to events — with more than 25 years of professional experience.

Jaana Pelkonen is an international-class host, known especially from television and as the leader of large live events. In her performance she combines strong expertise, an approachable presence, and excellent language skills, fluently in Finnish and English.

Jenni Kivessilta is Host of the Year 2024 and a versatile media professional with more than 20 years of experience in radio, television, and podcast hosting. She brings energy, situational awareness, and journalistic precision to events, from intimate studios to major galas and business seminars.

Johannes Malkamäki is a host at the point where magic and science meet. He combines quick wit, scientific expertise and magic into entertainment that still serves the event.

Jussi Ridanpää is a long-time media personality, host, and content professional with more than 20 years in entertainment and media. He is a familiar voice from the Hitmix morning show, and his personal take on radio, podcasts, and social media has made him one of Finland's most recognisable hosts.

Kirsi Alm-Siira is an experienced and respected moderator. Her calm, expert presence made her a familiar face to millions of Finns as a news anchor on MTV3.

Lassi Hurskainen is a charismatic host who combines stage assurance, media skill and the pulse of sport. He is known as host of the programme Elixir, as a voice of POP FM, and for viral football videos watched millions of times, where technical skill and entertainment meet.

Marja Hintikka is a familiar presence at glamorous galas, agricultural shows in boots, technology kick-offs, and demanding expert panels, which she is used to leading in both Finnish and English.

Markus Pöyhönen is a former sprint star and now a charismatic host who has led hundreds of events across Finland. He brings energy, presence and the drive of elite sport to the stage, and takes the audience with him.

Mervi Kallio is one of Finland’s most respected and experienced sports journalists and TV hosts. She is known especially as a Formula 1 presenter and pit-lane reporter, and for years she has brought viewers the atmosphere straight from the top of motorsport.

30 years on corporate and event stages, and decades as host of Finland’s biggest live TV broadcasts. The wider public knows Mikko Leppilampi above all from television, but most of his professional career has been built around corporate and live events. Corporate events are not a sideline for him: they are the foundation of his whole career and his absolute home ground. Mikko makes sure the event succeeds and, when needed, helps with the whole plan long before he steps on stage.

Nelli Såger has worked as a host and moderator since 2013, in Finnish and in English. She keeps the discussion on the subject when it turns to change, human behavior, or AI.

Pep Rosenfeld is one of the world’s most sought-after event hosts, known for his humor, sharp improvisation skills, and ability to energize any audience. He has hosted leading global events like Nordic Business Forum, TEDx Amsterdam, and The Next Web Conference - even making President Barack Obama laugh on stage.

Peter Nyman is an award-winning host, moderator, and communications professional known for a news anchor’s precision, the situational wit of Uutisvuoto’s referee, and hundreds of business seminars. He runs the room with a firm but relaxed hand: the topic can be serious, the event does not have to be dull.

Riku Rantala is an experienced and charismatic host who brings intelligent presence and a controlled yet relaxed atmosphere to every event.

Rina Knape is a radiant, engaging speaker and host who has performed on both large and small stages, in Finland and internationally. As a performer Rina has a background not only in hosting but also in sport, lecturing, musicals, and theatre.

Rudi Rok is a charismatic host and voice virtuoso who combines humour and sound effects to create unforgettable corporate events and celebrations.

Sanna Salovaara is an experienced event and TV host who, over more than ten years, has hosted hundreds of occasions of every kind: from expert seminars to evening parties, and from large public events to intimate client gatherings.

Satu Tuomisto is known for an energetic, professional hosting style that captivates both the audience and the event staff. Satu has been a full-time host since 2009, and those years include hundreds of corporate events, seminars, trade fairs, and commercial occasions.

Suvi Koivusalo hosts and moderates international events in particular, in Finnish and in fluent English. She makes an interview feel warm and makes sure the speaker is seen.

Tomi Kaukinen is a professional host whose business background and multilingual skills make him a reliable choice for corporate events of all sizes. He keeps programmes on track, supports speakers and creates the right atmosphere whether the occasion is an intimate expert session or a large international conference. With experience hosting events such as SuomiAreena, Cyber Security Nordic and Taloushallintopäivät, Tomi adapts his style to meet each client’s goals while ensuring clarity and engagement throughout. Fluent in Finnish, Swedish and English, he brings preparation, presence and a smooth flow that lets the content shine.

Tuija Pehkonen is an experienced host and media personality who brings energy, natural ease and professional assurance to an occasion. She has a long career in both television and radio, and she wins audiences with genuine presence and a style that draws people in.