There is no shortage of events in Finland, but there is a shortage of energy that actually moves things forward. SHIFT Business Festival has established its position as one of the most significant business events in Finland precisely because it does not remain at the level of mere talk. SHIFT brings together approximately 2,700 participants and 120 partners, from small growth companies to listed companies, and brings them into the same space to engage in meaningful conversations.
However, this is not just an event. SHIFT is a vitality accelerator and a platform where encounters, new ventures, and concrete business are created – not just on the day of the event, but all year round.
The strength of SHIFT lies in its ability to combine scale and significance. It doesn't try to be everything to everyone, but brings the right people together at the right moment. SHIFT is the most positive festival in the business world – not because there are no challenges, but because the focus remains on solutions and the next steps.
In Turun Tiedepuisto, this becomes concrete in an exceptional way. Companies in the area can literally step out of their own offices and be in the middle of a network that has everything: universities of applied sciences, universities, experienced corporate leaders, growth companies, and entrepreneurs.
Encounters as part of everyday life
There is tremendous power in cooperation, and that is precisely where Teknologiakiinteistöt is an exceptional actor. It is not just a space provider, but an active bridge-builder that, through its ownership, brings together the actors in the area and makes cooperation visible and accessible.
SHIFT makes this visible at the event as well. Companies in the area open their doors as part of the Open Office concept and bring their everyday life, expertise, and culture into the event.
Some companies participate in the program content, others bring their whole team and clients. For some, the event is a place to do business, while for others, it is a moment to pause, get inspired, and build new connections.
What they have in common is the way this is done. We move away from traditional patterns and act in a more relaxed, direct, and ultimately more impactful way. Teknologiakiinteistöt is also participating in the event as a partner primarily for one reason: for its customers.
Let's meet at the office and the evening party
We want to be there to catch up, meet our current clients, and tell new ones what we do and how we build work environments where companies can focus on their own business. Whether the space need is small or large, or the idea is just sparking, we are here for it.
During the event day, our doors are open at the Teknologiakiinteistöt office. Coffee, conversation, and a chance for relaxed encounters are available. At the end of the day, we move to Jussinaukio for the evening party atmosphere, where you can find us in the outdoor container.
SHIFT is a concrete example of what happens when the right people, the right environment, and the right energy meet. This is exactly what we need more of in Turku and throughout Finland!
Carita Varjonen
CEO, SHIFT Events Oy
Marketing Director, Turun Teknologiakiinteistöt Oy
P.S. If you are wondering whether to join, come. At best, you will go home at the end of the day with a new idea, contact, or opportunity. Sometimes one encounter is enough to change direction.