Golf After Hours
Golf After Hours ⛳
Trade your desk for the tee box.
Join FACC-NY for a relaxed after-work evening of golf, drinks, food, and good company at Five Iron Golf, Grand Central.
Whether you play every weekend or are picking up a club for the first time, all skill levels are welcome. No handicap required, this evening is about the company, not the score.
Golf After Hours is an excellent chance to connect outside the usual business setting with people from across the Finnish–American business community in New York.
And a special thanks to Paul Hastings LLP for supporting this event and helping us bring the FACC-NY community together!
Date: July 23, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Five Iron Golf, Grand Central, 101 Park Ave, Floor 3
Tickets: $60
Not a member yet? Now is a great time to join us: facc-ny.com/memberships
FACC-NY members will receive the invitation and registration link by email and through FACC-NY channels.
Questions? Contact us at contact@facc-ny.com
Kukkula Summer Wine Tasting
A summer evening on a Helsinki rooftop with New York in its bones.
FACC-NY co-hosted a private wine evening with our member Kukkula Winery — an organically dry-farmed estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, California — in the Skylounge of the iconic Autotalo Building in Helsinki, Finland, made possible through the generous support of the Aminoff family.
Kevin Jussila, Kukkula’s owner and winemaker, guided guests through a selection of the estate’s wines, with limited allocations available to take home. The room filled with founders, operators, and longtime friends of the chamber, swapping notes over Nordic sunset views and West Coast pours — the kind of company that makes a night memorable.
Kiitos to Kevin and the Kukkula team, to the Aminoff family for the rooftop, and to everyone who joined us.
Young Professionals After Hours
FACC-NY launched Young Professionals After Hours, marking the introduction of its new Young Professionals membership initiative in New York.
Held at Kabin in SoHo, the evening brought together Finns and friends of Finland aged 21–35 for relaxed conversation, light refreshments, and cross-industry connections. With no formal program, the focus was on building community and welcoming the next generation into the Finnish–U.S. business network.
The event sets the foundation for continued engagement and programming tailored to emerging Finnish–U.S. professionals.
Strategic Forum
This event is sold out.
In partnership with Citi, Fazer, Finnair, Helsingin Kaupunki, PwC, Sullivan & Worcester and Team Kentucky.
The FACC-NY Strategic Forum 2026 brings together leaders from business, technology, public policy, and innovation on both sides of the Atlantic.
Held at a pivotal moment for global business and geopolitics, this year’s forum explores how Finnish companies are building competitive advantage to succeed in the US market in an increasingly complex global environment.
We are honored to welcome keynote speaker James A. Winnefeld Jr, former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and one of the United States’ leading voices on strategy, leadership, and global security.
Confirmed speakers also include Leena-Kaisa Mikkola, Ambassador of Finland to the United States at the Embassy of Finland in Washington; Miia Rantanen, incoming Consul General of Finland in New York; Marja-Leena Rinkineva, Director of Economic Development for the City of Helsinki; Helen Mets, President and CEO of Ahlstrom; Massimo Reynaudo, President and CEO of UPM-Kymmene Corporation; Susan Duinhoven, former President & CEO of Sanoma and Board Member of KONE, Kemira; Ann-Sophie Mahle, Director of International Partnerships at the NYC Economic Development Corporation; Sauli Sinisalo of Bluefors; Dr. Jan Goetz, CEO and Co-Founder of IQM Quantum Computers; Jussi-Pekka Penttinen, CEO, CTO, and Co-Founder of Vexlum; Robert Rowe Global Head of Research and Head of the Global Strategy and Macro Group of Citi; Katja Lindy-Wilkincon, CEO at Picote Solutions; Matti Suokko, VP at Icertis; Tuomas Saikkonen, CEO at Vilpe; Joni Lukkaroinen, Chair of the Board of Directors at Ductor; Sampo Parkkinen, CEO and Founder of Revieve, alongside senior executives, founders, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders joining throughout the day.
This year’s program features panel discussions exploring leadership, innovation, and the competitive edge from different perspectives:
- Bridging the Gap: How International CEOs Translate Finnish Innovation into U.S. and Global Market Success
- Public-Private Partnerships in Action explores how collaboration between government, industry, and innovation ecosystems can accelerate growth, strengthen competitiveness, and turn strategic priorities into measurable results.
- Landing, Learning, Scaling; Building a U.S. Presence unpacks how Finnish companies enter the U.S. market, adapt to its realities, and scale a lasting presence.
- Nordic Quantum Edge examines how Nordic companies are shaping the future of quantum technology, advanced computing, and deep tech innovation.
Expect strategic discussions, forward-looking insights, and networking with leaders shaping the future of Finnish-American business relations.
Attendance & Membership
FACC-NY members receive priority access to Strategic Forum 2026.
Ticket allocations are included in FACC-NY membership tiers as follows:
- Platinum Members: 3 tickets
- Gold Members: 2 tickets
- Silver & Bronze Members: 1 ticket
- Individual Members: 1 ticket
Companies and individuals interested in attending are encouraged to become FACC-NY members to access the event and participate in our year-round network of executive programs, industry events, and business connections.
Corporate memberships start at $1,000 and Individual memberships start at $250 (Young Professionals at $50). Read more about becoming a member and purchase your membership here: https://facc-ny.com/memberships/.
Champagne and Cheers - Q1 2026 Kickoff
FACC-NY joined fellow Nordic chambers and business leaders in New York for a cross-Nordic networking evening to kick off the first quarter of 2026. The event gathered approximately 80 attendees, including investors, corporate representatives, chamber supporters, and friends of the Nordic business community.
Hosted in a shared office space used collaboratively by several Nordic chambers of commerce, the evening focused on connection and community building across borders. The program centered around Nordic and business-themed trivia, with each country organizing its own activity segment. Mixed teams competed in a friendly format, with top performers receiving prizes.
The atmosphere was social and energetic, encouraging relaxed conversation and new introductions across the Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, and Icelandic business circles. Events like this continue to highlight the value of Nordic cooperation in the U.S. market and the role that these gatherings play in strengthening long-term professional relationships.
We thank our partner Nordic chambers and all participants for contributing to a fun and collaborative start to the year.
Executive Summit 2025
The Executive Summit 2025 brought Finnish and U.S. business leaders together in New York for a day of open conversation on the future of transatlantic business.
Hosted in collaboration with the Consulate General of Finland in New York, the Summit explored global market dynamics, geopolitical developments, and the role of innovation and sustainability in long-term growth. The program featured keynote talks, panel discussions, and fireside conversations with speakers including Ambassador Jarmo Sareva, Wilbur Ross, Marco Wirén (Nokia), and senior executives from companies such as Citi, Finnair, SAS, Fiskars, Ahlstrom, Betolar, and Borenius.
Beyond the formal program, the day was shaped by conversations — from morning coffee through the final sessions — as more than 100 participants connected, exchanged perspectives, and built relationships across industries and borders.
Nokia CFO, Marco Wirén, during the closing remarks speech, Empowering the U.S. ecosystem: A Strategic Perspective
Finnair CEO, Turkka Kuusisto and Neste U.S. President, Peter Zonneveld, during the panel discussion: Innovation & Sustainability
KPMG Partner, Sarah Sipilä and Head of Enterprise Services and Public Affairs at Citi, Edward Skyler during a fireside chat
Columbia Professor, Anu Bradford giving her keynote speech
Former Secretary of Commerce, Wilbur Ross gave a keynote at the FACC Summit and offered signatured copies of his book for attendees
Consul General, Jarmo Sareva, at the FACC-NY EXECUTIVE SUMMIT OPENING
President and CEO of Virala, Alexander Ehrnrooth, moderated a panel between Fiskars CEO, Ahlstrom CEO, and a Partner at Borenius
Strategic Forum 2025
Strategic Forum 2025 brought the Finnish–U.S. business community together in New York for a full day of conversation around defence, cybersecurity, AI, and quantum technologies — and their growing role in transatlantic cooperation.
The forum featured keynote talks and panel discussions with speakers including Ambassadors Jarmo Sarevaand Tom Shannon, Risto Siilasmaa, Tero Ojanperä, and leaders from organizations such as NASA, Palantir, TactoTek, Emberion, and KuvaSpace. Conversations reflected timely themes shaped by Finland’s NATO membership, Arctic expertise, and leadership in emerging technologies.
The day concluded with FACC-NY’s Little Christmas Party, giving nearly 150 participants the chance to continue conversations in a relaxed, festive setting.
Fabian Sepulveda (Digital Defence Ecosystem) moderated the panel “Defence Sector and Dual-Use Technology”, between Jim Cirenza (DNB Markets), Joakin Westerlund (Forcit), Sami Kyllönen (Emberion) and Jussi Harvela (TactoTek)
Juhani Siren (Business Finland) moderated the panel “Cybersecurity on the Frontline”, between Petri Toljamo (Bittium), Jerry Kettunen (Savox Communication) and Tero Ojanperä (Aalto University chair of the board)
Christyl Johnson (NASA) moderated the panel “Communication On and Off the Battlefield”, between Risto Siilasmaa (former Nokia chair of board) and Combiz Richard Abdolrahimi (ServiceNow)
Janna Salokangas (Mia AI) moderated the panel “AI and Quantum Technology” between Jerry Welsh (Kuva Space), Mark Friedman (ICEYE US), Irina Storian (Palantir) and Tero Ojanperä
Fireside chat “Two Perspectives” between Risto Siilasmaa and Tero Ojanperä
After the main event the Finnish Little Christmas Party relaxed celebration began
More of Little Christmas Party
Gateway to New York
New York and Helsinki form a powerful transatlantic corridor for innovation, investment, talent, and trade between Europe and the United States.
Helsinki serves as a gateway to the Nordic region, while New York remains a leading gateway to the U.S. market. Together, the two hubs foster collaboration across technology, infrastructure, sustainability, and economic growth through strong public-private partnerships and strategic exchange.
Finnish–U.S. Life Science Accelerator Forum
The Finnish–U.S. Life Science Accelerator Forum 2026 hosted with DNB Carnegie | Back Bay. The transatlantic forum brought together leaders from life sciences, health tech, investment, and policy to advance collaboration and health innovation between Finland and the United States.
The program featured keynote remarks, expert panels, focused presentations, and curated networking across medtech, biotech, neurotechnology, AI-driven diagnostics, and next-generation health innovation.
