Arctic15 2026

Overview

Arctic15 is a values-driven startup and investor conference that has become a central gathering for Nordic and Baltic tech ecosystems. Held annually in Helsinki, the event focuses on facilitating real business deals through curated 1:1 meetings, pitch competitions, and meaningful content sessions on AI, fintech, digital health, and impact innovation. Its mission is to turn matchmaking into actionable outcomes in a collaborative, human-centric setting.

Key Features

• High-Level Attendance: 2,000+ participants, including 450+ startups and 600+ investors from across Europe and beyond
• Deal-Driven Matchmaking: 13,000+ pre-arranged 1:1 meetings, with a deal success alignment rate of over 86%
• Pitching Competitions: Includes the Top 15 startup pitch contest, the Deal Room format, and the Deal Tank stage, with special visibility for women-led startups
• Thematic Tracks: Cover AI, fintech, healthtech, deep tech, climate innovation, data infrastructure, and social impact
• Satellite Programs: LP Summit for institutional investors, rooftop networking events, investor cocktails, and executive roundtables

Why It Matters

• Focused Deal Environment: Arctic15 is designed for making deals, not just sharing ideas, with thousands of curated meetings and high follow-through rates
• Values-Based Matchmaking: Participants are connected based on shared objectives, investment focus, and collaboration potential
• Nordic–Baltic Gateway: The event serves as a critical hub for regional innovation, while offering access to global capital and networks
• Inclusive Ecosystem Building: Dedicated programming for women founders, early-stage ventures, and impact-driven innovation

Event Details

• Dates: 4–5 June 2025
• Venue: Kaapelitehdas (Cable Factory), Helsinki