Visit our Accredited Professional School Program
Upcoming Event :
A) 3rd Edition Summit,Award & Gala Event, :
Summit, Speakers & Program at Kunnasali, Espoo
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B) 3rd Edition, Private Business Summit : www.ceci-educare.fi
More information : Private Congress , Program and Speakers
Program outline
8.00-9.00 : Set up for business stands
9.00 - 9.10 : Meet and Greet : Ambassador Dikeh Tontoh
9.15 - 9.35 :
Panel 1 : Breaking Barriers : Journeys of Success to Influential Roles
Topic : How Professionals Are Redefining Success, Shaping the Narrative, and Creating a Future of Belonging
Panelists : Tom Coogan / Anugya Singh / Saji Khullar / Professor Desmond Bikoko Williams / Dr Hagie K.T Drammeh
Moderator : Takura Matswetu
9.40 - 10.00 :
Panel 2 : Nordic & Finnish Companies
Topic : Bridging Economies : How Finnish and Nordic Companies Can Collaborate with Immigrant Businesses in Finland & in Africa
Panelists : Reggie Rusan / Dr Ernest K.A Amoah / Kwame Afreh / Paco Alioune Badara
Ndiaye / Darly Seager
Moderator Vivian Maar
10.05 - 10.35 :
Officials Ceremonial Walk
10.40 -10.50 :
Welcome Address : Ambassador Tontoh Dikeh
10.55 - 11.05 :
Opening video
11.05 - 11.20 :
Special Speech : International Society of Diplomats, Head of Mission Edet B Ekpenyong
11.20 - 12.20
Keynote speech : Mrs Kati Kivisaari , Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Ghana, Helsinki
Award Ceremony (Co host : High Delegation Guests)
12.25 - 12.55 B2B Luncheon
13.00 - 13.10 : Cultural Performance (Interlude)
13.15 - 14.15 : Award Ceremony
Part 1 : Special Awardees in Europe & in Africa
Part 2 : Government Reps & Diplomats Awards :
14.20 - 14.40
B2B Networking
15.00 : Event Door closed
Special Guests of Honor
Ambassador Tontoh Dikeh
Honourable Alhagie S. Darboe
Honourable Yankuba Darboe
Professor Edet B Ekpenyong
Mrs Kati Kivisaari
Panel 1 : Breaking Barriers : Journeys of Success from Immigrant Roots to Influential Roles in Finland
Topic : How Immigrant Professionals Are Redefining Success, Shaping the Narrative, and Creating a Future of Belonging
This panel brings together accomplished professionals in Finland who have carved out high-level careers in sectors ranging from technology to public policy. We delve into their journeyrs, the strategies, networks, and resilence that helped them overcome systemic challenges as immigrant professionals. More than personal triumphs, their stories reflect broader shifts in representation and inclusion in the Finnish workforce.
Moderator : Takura Matwetu
Panel 2 : Nordic & Finnish Companies
Topic : Bridging Economies : How Finnish and Nordic Companies Can Collaborate with Immigrant Businesses in Finland & in Africa
This panel will explore opportunities for Finnish and Nordic companies to partner with immigrant led businesses, focusing on innovation, trade and investment between Finland and developing countries. Topics include inclusive business models, diaspora entrepreneurship, cross-cultural business strategies and sustainable market entry into economies of developing countries.
Moderator : Vivian Maar (HookedbyNorth)
Accommodation for Guests in Espoo :
DATES : Thursday 18th September 2025 - Thursday 25th September 2025
Reservations with the booking code EVENTSHELSINKI can be made on our website which includes breakfast: www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ . The cancellation of room booking made with the discount code is free of charge if done by three (3) days prior to arrival.
Venue : Comfort Hotel Sello ( Leppävaarankatu 1, 02600 Espoo, Finland )
Accommodation for Guests in Helsinki :
DATES : Thursday 18th September 2025 - Thursday 25th September 2025
Price includes a breakfast buffet and usage of common saunas.15% discount code is ALLCECIEVENT. The reservation can be done also by phone (09 2525 1111) or via email bulevardi@laplandhotels.com. The room reservations from the allotment can be done by August 12th, 2025. Afterwards the daily room rates and terms of reservation apply.
Venue : Lapland hotels, Bulevardi (Bulevardi 28, 00120 Helsinki)
Key Business Sectors
The summit will attract stakeholders from various industries, including:
✔ IT & Telecommunications
✔ Manufacturing
✔ Tourism & Hospitality
✔ Finance & Banking
✔ Agriculture
✔ Health, Technologies & Pharmaceuticals
✔ Clean Energy & Utilities
✔ Construction & Real Estate
✔ Education & Research
✔ Mining & Forestry
Our lineup of expert speakers will address the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in these industries.
Why Participate
• Expand Your Business Network: Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders from across the globe.
• Explore Market Opportunities in Finland: Finland is a global leader in innovation, clean energy, technology, and education—offering numerous investment and partnership opportunities.
• Gain Industry Insights: Learn from keynote speakers and panel discussions on global business trends and emerging markets.
• Business Matchmaking & Partnerships: Meet potential business partners, investors, and stakeholders looking to collaborate.
• Access to Finland’s Strong Business Ecosystem: Finland consistently ranks as one of the happiest and most innovative countries in the world, making it an ideal place for business growth.
