Angel Study Trip to Tampere
📅 May 19–20, 2026 | 📍 Tampere
Organised together with Startup Tampere
Welcome to the FiBAN Angel Study Trip to Tampere — a city where deep industrial roots have evolved into globally relevant technology and resilient, collaboration-driven startups. Ranked #3 in Finland’s startup ecosystem by StartupBlink, Tampere stands out as a non-capital hub where innovation is built on long-term capabilities, strong research, and close cooperation between startups, investors, and the city.
During the trip, we will also visit Framery, one of Finland’s most compelling recent growth success stories. Following its high-profile IPO, Framery represents a profitable, globally scaling company with strong long-term potential. We will tour their showroom and production facilities and hear the story behind their growth journey.
Over two days, you’ll explore the Tampere startup ecosystem through curated startup pitching, investor discussions, and meaningful networking, gaining insight into a region known for solving real-world challenges and building scalable businesses beyond trends. Expect a focused mix of learning, deal flow, and peer-level connections.
Programme
(Some changes possible)
Day 1 – Tuesday, May 19
Welcome and Pitch Finland at Platform 6:
10:00–11:00 Welcome words & programme overview + Introductions to Tampere Ecosystem and participants
11:00–13:00 Lunch
13:00–17:00 Pitch Finland & startup networking. See the key cluster cases from the region and mingle with founders.
Dinner at restaurant Flou
17:00–20:00 Let's enjoy a hearty meal at Flou with a Sauna & Swim opportunity at lake Pyhäjärvi
Day 2 – Wednesday, May 20
Framery
(Bus from Marriott 9.30am)
10:00–11:15 Global success showcase: Recent IPO and FiBAN funded Framery – visit to the showroom and production facilities
11:15–12:30 Lunch & networking at Framery
(bus to Tampere uni at 12:30pm)
Tampere University: Arvo building
13:00–14:30 R2B & Tampere University. See the latest research about to transform to business.
(bus to Finlayson 2.30pm)
Finlayson rooftop walk
15:00–17:00 Get a literal birds-eye view of Tampere City and finish off the trip with an experience from the heights.
This event is a collaboration between FiBAN, Startup Tampere, Business Tampere, Redstone, Valo Hotel & Work, Framery, Tampere University and Film Tampere
Practical information
Participation is open to FiBAN members, partners, and all angel or VC investors.
Places are limited.Please note that travel to and from Tampere is not covered by FiBAN, and participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own transportation and accommodation.
Questions?
For further information, please contact:
Miikka Miettinen
Syndicate Manager, FiBAN
📧 miikka@fiban.org