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Aliisa Holkko as a speaker

Aliisa Holkko

Social psychologist | Author | Well-being and relationships expert | Workplace culture developer

Aliisa Holkko is a social psychologist, author, and interpreter of humanity at work. Her expertise has been built in some of Finland’s most successful and innovative growth companies, and she specialises in developing working life through mental well-being, culture, and relationships. As a speaker Aliisa is energetic, warm, and insight-driven.

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Antti Mäki as a speaker

Antti Mäki

Speaker | Growth entrepreneur | Technology and change leader | Board professional

Antti Mäki is an entrepreneur, advisor, and board professional known for helping organisations renew at the intersection of technology, people, and strategy. He has more than 20 years of international experience in executive and board roles in large companies and growth businesses. Antti is a clear thinker and a compelling speaker who makes complex phenomena understandable and relevant.

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Anu Bradford

Law Professor | Author | Global Technology Expert | Speaker

Anu Bradford is an internationally acclaimed speaker, award winning author, and professor of law at Columbia Law School in New York. As a leading expert on the global economy and digital regulation, Anu Bradford provides organizations with deep insights into how geopolitics and technology shape tomorrow's markets. Living and working in the heart of global trends, Anu Bradford examines the intersection of the digital economy, the geopolitics of artificial intelligence, and international regulatory power. This unique perspective helps corporate executives and public sector leaders navigate an era where tensions between global superpowers redefine market dynamics. On stage, Anu Bradford delivers highly engaging and visual presentations that connect academic depth with practical business strategies. Audiences regularly praise the ability of Anu Bradford to make complex global issues accessible, clear, and inspiring for every listener.

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Carl Leighton-Pope as a speaker

Carl Leighton-Pope

Top Music Agent | Motivational Keynote Speaker

Carl Leighton-Pope is a legendary music agent and keynote speaker, known for shaping the careers of some of the biggest names in the music industry. With over 55 years of experience, Carl has worked with Bryan Adams, Michael Bublé, Dire Straits, Van Morrison, and more, revolutionizing talent management and entertainment. As a speaker, he shares inspirational insights on entrepreneurship and leadership.

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Dan Hunt

UK Sport Performance Consultant | Motivational keynote speaker

Dan Hunt is a world-class keynote speaker, elite sports coach, and performance strategist. As Performance Director at The Premier League, he has been instrumental in developing the next generation of football talent. Previously, as Sports Director for Team Sky and Senior National Endurance Coach for Great Britain Cycling, Dan played a key role in transforming British cycling from underperformers i

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Dee Snider as a speaker

Dee Snider

Twisted Sister Lead Singer | Motivational Keynote Speaker

Dee Snider is more than just the legendary frontman of Twisted Sister—he’s a cultural force, an outspoken leader, and a powerful keynote speaker who inspires audiences with stories of resilience, reinvention, and the pursuit of success on your own terms. From dominating the heavy metal scene to testifying before the U.S. Senate and shaping the music industry, Dee’s journey is proof that sticking to your values pays off.

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Emma Kimiläinen as a speaker

Emma Kimiläinen

Motorsport athlete | E1 world champion | Media professional

Emma Kimiläinen is a Finnish motorsport athlete and media personality with more than 30 years of experience in motorsport. In 2024 Emma made history by winning the world championship with Team Brady in the E1 series, the world's first all-electric powerboat championship. Emma is known as an energetic, articulate, and inspiring keynote speaker who shares her experiences and concrete tools for self-leadership and teamwork.

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Johannes ”Hatsolo” Hattunen as a speaker

Johannes ”Hatsolo” Hattunen

Speaker | Wellness entrepreneur | Coach | Non-fiction author

Johannes ”Hatsolo” Hattunen is a speaker, wellness industry entrepreneur, and head coach of Finland's national breakdance team whose energy leaves no one cold. His story is a journey of growth from Jyväskylä's Mäki-Matti to the world's most competitive dance arenas and finally to becoming one of Finland's most sought-after speakers.

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Johannes Karjula as a speaker

Johannes Karjula

Expert in customer experience and time management | Speaker | Serial entrepreneur

Johannes Karjula is an experienced speaker and serial entrepreneur who helps organisations turn customer experience into a measurable competitive advantage. He also trains people in time management and how to use a calendar: hundreds of participants have used his method to get a grip on both their work and their free time. Johannes is the founder and CEO of Trustmary.

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Julian Fisher as a speaker

Julian Fisher

Intelligence specialist | Inspirational keynote speaker

Julian Fisher is a globally recognized intelligence specialist who translates espionage tactics into business leadership, risk management, and strategic communication. With extensive experience in the British Diplomatic Service and private military operations, Julian’s keynote speeches offer invaluable insights into the world of intelligence, helping businesses and individuals enhance their effectiveness.

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Karen Carney OBE as a speaker

Karen Carney OBE

Former Professional Footballer | Broadcaster & Sports Analyst | UEFA Board Member

Karen Carney OBE is one of the UK’s most respected and insightful football analysts, a former professional footballer with an illustrious international career, and a leader in the development of women’s football. As a UEFA board member and a key figure in sports broadcasting, she has played a crucial role in shaping the future of the game. Karen’s journey from an elite player to a pioneering leader inspires audiences worldwide.

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Kevin Keegan OBE as a speaker

Kevin Keegan OBE

England International Footballer and Manager | Motivational Keynote Speaker

Kevin Keegan OBE is a footballing icon, a two-time Ballon d’Or winner, and a former England captain and manager. His illustrious career spans clubs like Liverpool, Newcastle United, SV Hamburg, and Southampton, where he became one of the most influential players of his era. As a keynote speaker, Kevin captivates audiences with his inspiring stories of leadership, teamwork, overcoming adversity and achieving excellence.

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Lauri Järvilehto as a speaker

Lauri Järvilehto

Professor of Practice | Philosopher | Researcher | Non-fiction author | Musician

Lauri Järvilehto, PhD, is a Professor of Practice at Aalto University, a philosopher, researcher, non-fiction author, and musician. He founded Filosofian Akatemia and has served on the board of UNICEF Finland. He has written several bestsellers on thinking and learning and lectures regularly around the world. His current research focuses on the connections between the human mind and artificial intelligence. His latest book, Konemieli, examines the relationship between AI and human thinking.

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Lucy Hawking as a speaker

Lucy Hawking

Renowned Science Communicator | Bestselling Author | Advocate for STEM Education

Lucy Hawking is an award-winning science communicator, bestselling author, and inspiring keynote speaker. She is best known for making complex scientific concepts accessible through storytelling, particularly for younger audiences. As the daughter of the legendary physicist Stephen Hawking, she has dedicated her career to promoting STEM education, creativity in science, and the human impact of technology.

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Maria Ritola as a speaker

Maria Ritola

Technology entrepreneur | AI expert

Maria Ritola is a leading expert on the future of AI and knowledge work, known as an impactful speaker on the human dimension of technology. As a co-founder of Iris.ai, she has for years developed ways to harness AI to expand human intelligence and accelerate innovation. Her talks help audiences understand technology's effects on working life and see new opportunities in human-machine collaboration.

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Maria Wahlroos as a speaker

Maria Wahlroos

Physician leader | Speaker | Former head coach of the Finnish cheerleading national team | Entrepreneur

Maria Wahlroos is an exceptionally versatile and compelling expert whose career combines elite sport, leadership, and medicine. She is a specialist in anaesthesiology and intensive care who now works as a physician leader. She coached Finland’s women’s cheerleading national team for ten years and led the team to four world championships.

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Mikael Hugg as a speaker

Mikael Hugg

AI specialist | Serial entrepreneur | Futurist

Mikael Hugg is an AI specialist, serial entrepreneur and popular keynote speaker who helps organisations put artificial intelligence to practical use. As a business graduate and founder of AI companies, he connects academic understanding with business benefits. His concrete talks receive excellent feedback, averaging 9.4 out of 10. He is not interested in hype. He is interested in AI that works in practice.

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Mikko Hyppönen as a speaker

Mikko Hyppönen

World-Renowned Cybersecurity and AI Researcher

World-renowned cybersecurity and AI researcher, author of If It’s Smart, It’s Vulnerable. As both an accomplished technical researcher and keynote speaker, Mikko Hyppönen is able to translate complex technical topics into language anyone can understand. He offers a wealth of experience in the world of artificial intelligence, cyber security and the future of finance and technology. A TED speaker whose talk has been seen by millions.

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Paulus Arajuuri as a speaker

Paulus Arajuuri

Speaker | Footballer | Former national team captain

Paulus Arajuuri is a former professional footballer and captain of the Finnish national team, Huuhkajat, whose talks emphasize the power of collective play, psychological safety, and genuine teamwork. He brings to the stage experience from the world of sport on leadership, resilience, and the importance of emotional climate with a fresh, touching, and inspiring approach. Arajuuri's talks are energetic, sincere, and relatable.

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Penny Mordaunt as a speaker

Penny Mordaunt

Former Leader of the House of Commons | Former Secretary of State for Defence | Bestselling Author

Penny Mordaunt is a distinguished political leader, the first and only woman to serve as the UK’s Secretary of State for Defence and Minister for the Armed Forces. During her 14 years in Parliament, she held nine ministerial roles, including four in the Cabinet, shaping national and international policies on trade, defence, cybersecurity, and diplomacy. She played a pivotal role in post-Brexit trade negotiations.

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Perttu Pölönen as a speaker

Perttu Pölönen

Futurist | Inventor | Non-fiction author

Perttu Pölönen is a futurist, inventor, and non-fiction author known for his views on the future of work, technology, and education. At the age of 15 he developed the Music Bell and won Europe's largest youth science competition. Pölönen has studied at the Sibelius Academy and Singularity University at NASA's research center and founded a non-profit education company in Myanmar.

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Peter Liski as a speaker

Peter Liski

Lecturer in interaction | Crisis and hostage negotiation expert | Non-fiction author

Crises, conflicts, and resolving them are themes in which Peter Liski is one of Finland's leading experts. As lecturer in interaction at the Police University of Applied Sciences, Peter is a professional of speech and encounter who combines the deepest lessons of crisis and hostage negotiation with practical working life in his presentations. Peter is known as an awarded trainer and speaker who has shared expertise from demanding negotiation situations.

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Petra Gargano as a speaker

Petra Gargano

Musician, artist, singer, entrepreneur

Petra Gargano is an artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur known for a career that spans music, fitness, and entertainment. She rose to fame as the singer of the band Tiktak and has since built a solo career, while also working as an influencer and a personal trainer. Petra's talks weave stories from the music world, entrepreneurship, and the pressure of performing into encouragement to face fear and uncertainty.

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Professor Kevin Dutton as a speaker

Professor Kevin Dutton

Psychologist | Bestselling Author | Elite Performance Consultant

Professor Kevin Dutton is a world-renowned psychologist, expert in persuasion and elite performance, and a bestselling author. He has spent over two decades at Oxford and Cambridge, researching the science of influence, the psychopathic mind, and how individuals can harness cognitive strengths to excel under pressure. A sought-after keynote speaker, Kevin delivers compelling insights into how psychology drives high performance.

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Professor Klisman Murati as a speaker

Professor Klisman Murati

Founder & CEO, Pareto Economics | Visiting Professor, Helsinki Geoeconomics Institute | Creator of the Global Power Index

Professor Klisman Murati is a globally respected keynote speaker in geoeconomics and strategic foresight. As the founder of Pareto Economics and creator of the Global Power Index, he uses big data and technology to equip decision-makers with the tools to anticipate disruption, manage risk, and lead with clarity in an unpredictable world.

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Riku Rantala as a speaker

Riku Rantala

Award-winning journalist | Media personality | Speaker

Riku Rantala is an articulate and charismatic speaker known for the global Madventures phenomenon and his socially impactful documentary series. He is an influencer who combines journalistic sharpness, human presence, and visual storytelling in a way that provokes thought and leaves a mark. Rantala's talks are grounded in his firsthand experiences from hundreds of countries and cultures.

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Robin Horsfall as a speaker

Robin Horsfall

Former SAS Soldier | Writer | Veterans Campaigner | Chairman of London Karate Limited

Robin Horsfall is a former SAS soldier, renowned for his role in the Iranian Embassy Siege of 1980, where he helped rescue 19 hostages. His extraordinary journey spans elite military service, martial arts, medical missions, and advocacy for veterans’ rights. As a motivational keynote speaker, Robin captivates audiences with his powerful insights on leadership, overcoming adversity, and resilience.

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Ronja Salmi as a speaker

Ronja Salmi

Journalist | Author | Founder of the culture media Piiri | Speaker

Ronja Salmi is a popular speaker, a Helsinki journalist and author, and a well-known cultural voice. She has a rare gift for putting contemporary phenomena and social change into words. This wide-ranging media professional has built a successful career in television, investigative journalism, and popular podcasts. The world of young adults and modern phenomena are Ronja's special field.

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Ryan Estis as a speaker

Ryan Estis

Hyper-Growth Entrepreneur | Author | Keynote Speaker

Ryan Estis is a globally recognized keynote speaker who helps organizations and individuals thrive in an era of constant change. As a former Fortune 500 Chief Revenue Officer turned entrepreneur and bestselling author, he blends strategic expertise with human-centered insight to deliver actionable ideas that transform the way we lead, sell, and grow.

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Saana Nilsson as a speaker

Saana Nilsson

Speaker | Former Supo officer | Intelligence professional | Author

I am Saana Nilsson, an expert in intelligence and security. I worked at the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service for almost 20 years, including as an investigator, chief analyst, and chief of staff. After that long career I founded a company where I share the best lessons of the intelligence world for anyone to use. I am an experienced speaker. I help organisations see what is coming and reach new insights.

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Saana Rossi as a speaker

Saana Rossi

Working-life renewer | The Apprentice advisor | Inspiring speaker

Saana’s mission is clear and uncompromising: to help companies and individuals build a better working life, in which humanity and results go hand in hand. Saana Rossi is known as one of Finland’s most respected working-life pathfinders, and in her new role as an advisor on the Finnish edition of The Apprentice she brings her analytical approach and decades of recruitment experience straight into one of the country’s most watched programmes.

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Saana Tyni as a speaker

Saana Tyni

Former entrepreneur | Speaker

Saana Tyni is an award-winning entrepreneur and an inspiring speaker who transformed the cleaning industry by growing her company from zero to 500 employees and exiting it for an eight-figure sum. She is known for bold leadership, inventiveness, and an ability to build workplaces where people want to stay and succeed. Saana's talks are energetic and easy to relate to. She is honest about both her success and her setbacks.

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Saku Tuominen as a speaker

Saku Tuominen

Serial entrepreneur | Creative director | Author | Speaker

Saku Tuominen is one of Finland's most experienced and respected speakers, who inspires audiences to see today's global challenges as enormous opportunities. With more than 35 years of entrepreneurial experience and 19 published books, Saku is an inspiring combination of practical experience, creative thinking, and clear strategic vision. His talks are inspiring, concrete, and narrative.

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Sir Bob Geldof as a speaker

Sir Bob Geldof

Creator of Live Aid & Live 8 | Award-winning Entrepreneurial Businessman | Activist & Musician

Sir Bob Geldof is a world-renowned musician, activist, and keynote speaker whose career spans decades of influence in music, philanthropy, and global politics. As the visionary behind Live Aid and Live 8, he has redefined humanitarian efforts, raising hundreds of millions for poverty relief. With an unparalleled ability to inspire, Geldof’s keynotes engage audiences on leadership, corporate social responsibility, and activism.

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Tamer Hassan as a speaker

Tamer Hassan

Actor | Entrepreneur | Inspirational Keynote Speaker

Tamer Hassan is a British actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist known for his compelling journey from the streets of Southeast London to success in the entertainment and business industries. With a background in boxing and football, he turned setbacks into opportunities, building businesses in sports, hospitality, and nightlife before making a name for himself in British cinema. A natural storyteller.

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Tuomas ”Tunna” Milonoff as a speaker

Tuomas ”Tunna” Milonoff

Award-winning director | Producer | Non-fiction author | Speaker

Tunna Milonoff is a storyteller familiar to Finns, an award-winning creative leader, and the creator of the Madventures and Docventures phenomena. He is an experienced speaker who has succeeded in combining wisdom gathered from around the world and an adventurer’s attitude with the challenges of modern working life. Tunna’s talks offer listeners deep insights, but above all concrete tools for a better everyday.

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Ville Ahtiainen as a speaker

Ville Ahtiainen

Manager | Entrepreneur | Creative leader

Ville Ahtiainen is an energetic creative leader and a sought-after speaker whose career path is hard to match. He is a man who has experienced the extremes of modern working life, from country director in cybersecurity to agent for international elite athletes and leadership roles in the music industry. Ville is known especially for his ability to turn major setbacks into global success stories. Through burnout — his own — he has found a new way to lead creatively.

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