This week, Ardanis CTO Brian Flynn and Sales Manager Gary Poolman travelled to Helsinki to attend Slush 2025, one of the world’s most prestigious startup and technology events, alongside Enterprise Ireland. Known for its dynamic and immersive atmosphere, Slush attracts the brightest minds in technology, investment, and entrepreneurship, offering unparalleled opportunities to connect, learn, and innovate.
Lineup
This year’s event featured an impressive lineup of speakers, including Kirsten Green, founder of Forerunner Ventures, and Paul Graham, co-founder of Y Combinator, among other influential figures. Attendees gained insights from industry leaders, exploring cutting-edge trends and challenges shaping the future of tech.
Event Highlights
With over 300 side events and workshops, Slush 2025 provided an incredible platform for networking and collaboration. These gatherings allowed participants to engage deeply with like-minded innovators, investors, and mentors. Whether exchanging ideas at workshops or forming partnerships at networking events, the opportunities were limitless.
A Showcase of Irish Entrepreneurship
As part of the Enterprise Ireland delegation, Ardanis was proud to highlight the strength and innovation of Irish entrepreneurship. The event underscored the global potential of Irish businesses, providing a stage for collaboration and growth at this world-class technology hub.
The Value of Connection
The vibrant atmosphere of Slush created an ideal environment for our team to make invaluable connections. From engaging with thought leaders to forming new partnerships, Slush 2025 offered an unforgettable experience, reinforcing Ardanis’ commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation.
As we return from Slush, we look forward to applying the insights and relationships developed at Slush to drive new opportunities and innovation for our clients and partners.
Link to full event details here.