Expand to Europe's Big Markets: France, Spain & Italy for Finnish SMEs and Startups

Other 19.08.2026 / сряда / 10:00 - 11:30 Internet, Helsinki

Three large markets. Three distinct business cultures. Three very different paths to success. 

How do you identify the best opportunities? What cultural differences should Finnish companies be prepared for? And what are the biggest mistakes companies make when entering these markets? 

Join our next Target Market Info webinar and learn from experts who work with companies entering France, Spain and Italy every day. 

Event Agenda:

10:00 Introduction to Sisu Factory Global Growth, Sari Päivärinta

10:05 France – Xavier Riquier, Finnish Embassy in Paris

10:30 Italy – Nicklas Pavoncelli, StartYouUp

10:55 Spain – Daria Mashkina and Guillermo Solano, Finnish Embassy in Madrid

11:20 Q&A

 

You'll walk away with:  

🔹 Market opportunities and growth sectors  

🔹 Cultural do's and don'ts  

🔹 Practical tips for market entry  

🔹 Useful contacts and support networks  

🔹 Answers to your questions from local experts 

If Southern Europe is on your growth radar, this webinar is for you. 

 

Sisu Factory Global Growth (SME Launchpad: Boosting International Growth) is a collaborative initiative by the cities of Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa, co-funded by the European Union.

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