FACC-NY Q1 2026 – Building Opportunity in a shifting landscape
Dear FACC-NY Members,
As we enter 2026, growth will be shaped less by speed and more by stability, resilience, and strategic positioning amid geopolitical uncertainty, evolving trade rules, industrial policy, and rapid technological change. Forecasts point to moderate growth, but the backdrop remains shaped by geopolitical risk, trade policy uncertainty, and inflationary pressures balanced by a cautious yet resilient U.S. and global economy.
In this context, transatlantic collaboration is essential. Finland’s competitive advantage in the U.S. market lies in trusted, innovation-driven technologies backed by deep engineering expertise, strong R&D, and transparent governance, spanning advanced industrial and digital technologies, AI and connectivity, clean energy and climate solutions, healthcare and life sciences, cybersecurity, defense and dual-use applications, and the bioeconomy.
FACC-NY helps translate these strengths into opportunity by building meaningful connections through curated forums, focused industry events, and engaging networking opportunities while providing practical insight on U.S. market entry and expansion, from the implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of 2025 to tariffs, immigration and visa policy, accounting and tax structures, talent, legal frameworks, compliance, and execution.
In the year ahead, FACC-NY will continue to:
- Expand sustainability and renewables programming
- Deepen conversations on U.S. expansion and capital markets
- Elevate technology, innovation, and dual-use insights
- Strengthen leadership and talent development initiatives
- Create even more opportunities for networking and collaboration
Together, we will keep building a strong, global community grounded in innovation and shared ambition.
Key programs & events – Please save these dates
The 2026 calendar features a mix of forums, focused industry events, and networking opportunities, including:
- Women’s Leadership Circle & Mentoring Program, launching March 9
- Healthcare & Life Sciences conversations, in late March
- SME finance, market-entry & procurement programming, in late May
- Annual Strategic Forum on competitiveness, sustainability & AI-enabled growth, in September 10
- Ongoing breakfasts, afterwork socials, and webinars on timely economic, geopolitical, and regulatory themes throughout 2026
We’ll also expand select activities beyond New York to strengthen FACC-NY’s reach across the United States.
🥂 Champagne & Cheer –New Year Networking Evening
Thursday, January 29 | 6:00–8:00 PM
FACC-NY Offices, 250 W 55th St, 17th Floor
An evening of cross-Nordic networking as we reconnect and celebrate the possibilities of 2026. Co-hosted with SACC-NY, DACC-NY, NACC-NY, and IACC-NY.
👉 RSVP starting Monday – limited seats available
🧭Navigating the US Tax Landscape
January 28 | 9:00–10:00 AM | Webinar (Zoom)
A practical overview and practical guidance for international companies and startups of U.S. tax considerations and common pitfalls, with timely updates on how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is reshaping the landscape in 2026.
Presented by Ann-Christin Westerlund and Victor Westerlund of Westmusa Inc.
👉 Registration to follow
🎭 Take Me to Broadway – Afterwork Mixer
February 10 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Scandinavia House, Park Avenue, New York
A screening of Take Me to Broadway, the biopic of Ann-Christin Westerlund, followed by conversation and networking.
👉 RSVP via Eventbrite link
💡 Young Professionals after hours networking
February 12| 6:00 PM
Kabin, 300 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013
This launch evening will bring together ambitious young professionals to build meaningful connections, support career growth, and create a long-term pathway into FACC-NY leadership and engagement
👉 RSVP to follow
🌟 Women’s Leadership Circle and Mentoring Program luncheon
March 9| 12:00–2:00 PM
Scandinavia House, Park Avenue, New York
We are honored to welcome Kristiina Helenius, C.E.O. of Miltton USA to present: Leading Across Borders: Lessons in Leadership, Influence, and Growth in a Global Context followed by conversation and networking
👉 RSVP to follow
🧬 Nordic–U.S. Lifescience Acceleration Forum
March 27| 12:00–2:00 PM
Scandinavia House, Park Avenue, New York
Bridging Nordic healthcare innovation and U.S. market opportunity and accelerate Nordic companies entering the U.S. health care market
👉 RSVP to follow
We value your input
FACC-NY is a member-driven organization. We warmly invite you to share ideas for topics, speakers, industries, or formats you would like to see this year. Your feedback helps us shape programming that is relevant, timely, and valuable. We look forward to connecting with you in the months ahead and building 2026 together, thoughtfully, purposefully, and strategically.
Warmest Wishes,
Team FACC-NY