Founders Live Helsinki
Schedule
Thu Mar 19 2026 at 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC+02:00Location
Maria 01 | Helsinki, ES
About this Event
Launched in 2014 in Seattle, Founders Live inspires and entertains entrepreneurs through its unique 99-second pitch format. It is a global movement, with 155 chapters worldwide, including one right here in Helsinki. Founders Live stage in Helsinki lights up every 6 months to showcase 5 pitches of some of the most innovative startups in the region. This tradition brings together innovators, investors, and the community to celebrate bold ideas in an electrifying atmosphere.
Each founder has:
- 99 seconds to pitch
- 4 minutes of live audience Q&A
- Public vote to decide the winner
No slides overload. No long panels.
Just clarity, traction, and tough questions.
Hosted by:
Entrepreneur & Helsinki City Leader
Main Partner
Competing Founders and Startups:
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Interested in pitching at this or a future event? Apply here!
Winners
The Founders Live winners package includes:
- with unlimited access to Backstage Intelligence and the Backchannel community
- Founders Live Booster Pack over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
- An appearance in the regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global livestream tournament
Invited Guests
- FIBAN angel investors
- Icebreaker.VC
- Monttu Venture
- Spintop Ventures
- Maki VC
- Wave Ventures
After-party at NEW SECRET PLACE ✨
Partners:
Do you want to be part of it?
We’re hosting these events to support entrepreneurship and innovation in the region. By joining as a sponsor, you’ll not only support this cause but also gain exclusive visibility among founders, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
Your brand will receive special mentions during the program and be featured on the event page, viewed by thousands locally. Send us an email at - [email protected]
See you!
Enter the Pitch Video Challenge!
Share your story in a 99-second pitch video.
ANY founder can enter.
Prizes start at 250 votes.
What do you need help with?
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Agenda
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:30 PM
Doors open: Networking, Snacks and Drinks
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:45 PM
Main Program (Pitch Competition)
🕑: 05:45 PM - 06:00 PM
Voting and Pith Competition Winner Announcement
🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Afterparty Networking (Helkan Bar)
Where is it happening?
Maria 01, 16 Lapinlahdenkatu, Helsinki, FinlandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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