Space Innovation Cafe : From Orbit to Space
Join us for an inspiring evening exploring the future of the space ecosystem from upstream innovation in satellites, launch systems, hardware, sensors, and space infrastructure to downstream applications powered by Earth observation, connectivity, AI, mobility, and data-driven services.
The event will also spotlight the growing importance of space skills and talent development, cybersecurity for space systems, and the evolving space economy, highlighting how technology, business, policy, and human capital are shaping the next generation of opportunities.
Hear from industry experts, founders, researchers, and ecosystem leaders through engaging speaker sessions followed by an interactive panel discussion. Connect with innovators, startups, investors, researchers, and space enthusiasts building the future of space—both in orbit and on Earth. 🚀
🚀 SPACE CAFE — FULL EVENT AGENDA
From Orbit to Space: Innovation, Data, Infrastructure, Skills & Business
16:00 – 16:05 | Opening Guest Note
Speaker: Kelly Keodara, Founder & CEO Keodara Ventures
Topic: Fresh Insights from the Artemis II Launch at Kennedy Space Center as a correspondent
16:05 – 16:10 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
Speakers:
• Tommi Uitti, Executive Director of the Board Startup Nation Finland
• Dipanjan Das, Project Lead & Board Member Startup Nation Finland
Topic: Welcome to Space Cafe + Introduction to Startup Nation Finland, FIERCE, and Ecosystem Initiatives
Business & Startup speeches
16:10 – 16:20
Speaker: Tommi Rasila, NorthBase
Topic: Satellite Ground Stations – What, Why, Where and How?
16:20 – 16:30
Speaker: Tommi Lampila, Xiphera
Topic: Hardware Security for Space Infrastructures
16:30 – 16:35
Speaker: Deniel Must, Aalto Space Association
Topic: Aalto Space Association and the New Space economy- Building a world class student ecosystem
16:35 – 16:40
Speaker: Ebra Gohari, Caravantures
Topic: Connecting Space Innovation with Industry, Talent, Investment, and Societal Impact
16:40 – 16:50
Discussions and Q & A
EU Projects & Strategic Research
16:50 – 17:00
Speaker: Ari Kaukiainen, Project Planner Forum Virium Helsinki
Topic: Insights from the Space4Cities Project
17:00 – 17:10
Speaker: Minna Pura, Laurea University of Applied Sciences
Topic: Future Space Skills: Preparing Talent for Space Operations and Innovation
17:10 – 17:20
Speaker: Ali Nadir Arslan, Professor Vaasa University
Topic: Building a Nordic Hub for Space Data Innovation
17:20 – 17:30
Speaker: Ia Hyttinen, Project Coordinator SpacEconomy Project Tampere University
Topic: Introduction to the SpacEconomy Project
17:30 – 17:35
Discussions and Q & A
🎤 PANEL DISCUSSION
17:35 – 17:50
From Orbit to Impact: Building Space Business, Infrastructure, and Talent in the Nordics
Moderator:
Dipanjan Das
Panelists:
• Tommi Rasila
• Minna Pura
• Ali Nadir Arslan
17:50– 18:30 | Networking & Closing Remarks
Final reflections, networking , and next ecosystem steps.