AI Finland – Building Finland’s AI Ecosystem
Established in March 2024, the AI Finland network is part of Technology Industries of Finland’s €13.2 million investment in artificial intelligence. Open to all industries, the network is driven by a dynamic team dedicated to advancing AI adoption in Finland.
AI Finland’s mission is to help Finland become a global leader in AI application and development by connecting AI-related demand and supply, fostering knowledge-sharing structures, and acting as a proactive trailblazer.
Our Core Missions
1. Ecosystem Builder
AI Finland aims to create a vibrant and functional AI ecosystem that bridges the gap between demand and supply, fostering innovation and collaboration.
2. Enabler of Open Knowledge Sharing
AI Finland’s goal is to establish practical structures that support knowledge-sharing, peer learning, and networking based on real-world experiences. This accelerates AI adoption and drives the creation of new innovations.
3. Raising the Bar and Spirit
AI Finland strives to spark active and positive discussions about AI’s potential while encouraging bold actions to advance AI adoption across Finland. Now is the time for ambitious initiatives.
Advisory Board – Supported by Leading Experts
AI Finland is backed by an Advisory Board comprising distinguished external experts. These experts serve as discussion partners for the AI Finland team, ensuring the network’s ambitions remain high, its focus clear, and its actions top-tier. The Advisory Board’s mission is to help AI Finland achieve its ambitious goal of making Finland a global frontrunner in AI.
Members of the Advisory Board:
- Kaj-Mikael Björk – Director of Center for Intelligent Computing, University of Turku
- Timo Harakka – Member of Parliament, author, journalist
- Bengt Holmström – Professor, Board professional
- Maija Hovila – Chief Data & AI Strategist, Futurice
- Juha Inberg – CTO, Ponsse
- Pekka Manninen – Director, Science and Tech, CSC
- Petri Myllymäki – Professor, Vice-Director, FCAI
- Liisa Peltonen – General Manager, Surface Finland, Microsoft
- Peter Sarlin – CEO and Co-founder, Silo AI
- Risto Siilasmaa – Founder, Chair of the Board, WithSecure
- Henry Tirri – CTO, Nokia
- Tommi Vilkamo – Director, Relex Labs
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