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The Startup Village is the physical and social heart of ARCTIC15 for founders.
It’s designed for real conversations, spontaneous discovery, and meaningful follow-ups.
At ARCTIC15 , startups don’t compete for attention with flashy stands.
They stand where investors actually walk.
What Is the Startup Village?
The Startup Village at ARCTIC15 – 15th Year Anniversary Edition is where startups have a dedicated presence, approachable, visible, and integrated into the natural flow of the event.
It connects:
❒ Corporates scouting innovation
❒ Media searching for real stories
❒ Other founders building peer connections
This is where first conversations turn into meetings.
Why Startups Choose the Startup Village?
Built for Conversations, Not Crowds
Startup Village booths are designed to be:
✔ Easy to approach
✔ Simple to explain what you do
✔ Optimised for dialogue, not demos
No pressure to “sell”. Just clarity, presence, and access.
High Investor Footfall
The Village sits at the centre of the ARCTIC15 venue:
✔ Between stage, Partner pavilions, Experience Zone, and networking areas
✔ Naturally part of investor movement patterns
✔ Active throughout both days of the event
Investors don’t need to “go looking” for startups. They pass through constantly.
A Strong Signal of Commitment
Having a presence in the Startup Village signals that your startup is:
✔ Actively engaging with the ecosystem
✔ Open to conversations and feedback
Ready to explore funding, partnerships, or pilots.
Startup Village + Deal Room:
A Powerful Combination
Many of the strongest ARCTIC15 connections happen through a simple pattern
1. First conversation at the Startup Village
2. Follow-up meeting booked in the Deal Room
3. Deeper discussion with context already established
This combination dramatically improves meeting quality and conversion.
Who Should Join the Startup Village?
The Startup Village is ideal for startups that:
❒ Are actively fundraising or preparing to fundraise
❒ Want direct investor and corporate conversations
❒ Value visibility without excessive cost or complexity
❒ Prefer quality interactions over mass exposure
From early-stage to growth-stage startups — the Village supports discovery at every level.
Beyond the Booth:
Ecosystem Visibility
Participation in the Startup Village can extend beyond the physical event:
❒ Visibility via ARCTIC15 .com and arcticstartup.com
❒ Social amplification through ArcticStartup media channels
❒ Potential features linked to Top 100 Innovations
How to Secure a Startup Village Spot?
Bundled Access with Deal Room Participation
The Startup Village sits at the centre of the ARCTIC15 venue:
✔ Between stage, Partner pavilions, Experience Zone, and networking areas
✔ Naturally part of investor movement patterns
✔ Active throughout both days of the event
Investors don’t need to “go looking” for startups. They pass through constantly.
At ARCTIC15 , startups don’t get lost in the crowd.
They become part of the conversation.
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FAQ
Is Startup Village actually worth it for my stage?
If you’re raising (or planning to raise within 6–12 months), yes.
If you’re looking to share your vision, engage with investors, corporates, country delegations, fellow startups, and network, yes.
ARCTIC15 is built around curated 1:1 investor meetings — not random booth traffic. If your goal is fundraising, partnerships, or ecosystem visibility, this is where structured conversations happen.
Will I actually meet investors?
Yes. More chances will come, if you use the Deal Room.
You’ll get access before the event to:
❒ Book 1:1 meetings
❒ Receive inbound meeting requests
❒ Filter investors by stage, sector, and ticket size
The most prepared founders usually fill their calendars before arriving.
How many investors attend?
400+ active investors, angels, VCs, CVCs, and family offices with strong Nordic and Baltic representation and increasing international participation.
One of the most investor-dense startup gatherings in Northern Europe.
What makes ARCTIC15 different?
❒ Strong founder-to-investor ratio
❒ Curated Deal Room with pre-booked meetings
❒ Focused two-day format (efficient & high signal)
❒ Serious fundraising environment
It’s designed for outcomes, not just exposure.
What exactly do I get with a Startup Village spot?
❒ Branded booth space
❒ Startup ticket(s)
❒ Full Deal Room access
❒ Investor discovery & visibility
❒ Access to curated networking and side events
❒ Eligibility to apply for the Top 100 Innovations selection
Your booth is your base, the Deal Room is your engine.
What is the Top 100 Innovations opportunity?
All Startup Village companies can apply to be selected as one of the Top 100 Innovations of ARCTIC15 .
From those, Top 30 startups are selected to pitch on stage in front of investors, media, and the full ARCTIC15 audience.
This is the primary pathway to main-stage visibility.
Do I need to apply separately for Top 100?
Yes. After securing your Startup Village spot, you’ll receive instructions on how to apply. Selection is based on innovation, traction, scalability, and market potential.
What kind of startups benefit the most?
Startups that:
❒ Are actively fundraising
❒ Have measurable traction
❒ Prepare their Deal Room profile early
❒ Apply for Top 100 visibility
❒ Follow up fast after meetings
Preparation directly impacts ROI.
What should I prepare before coming?
❒ Sharp 30-second pitch
❒ Clear 3-minute version (for investors or stage)
❒ Updated investor deck
❒ Defined fundraising ask
❒ Key metrics ready
If you aim for Top 30 stage selection. Clarity and storytelling matter.
When and where is it?
ARCTIC15 takes place in June in Helsinki, Finland. Full venue and logistics details are shared after registration. Our 15th years anniversary will be held at Kaapelitehdas on 11-12 June 2026.
Are spots limited?
Yes. Startup Village capacity is intentionally capped to protect quality, meeting density, and investor access.
If fundraising and visibility are priorities this year, early positioning gives you stronger Deal Room presence and Top 100 consideration timing.
Get Your Ticket
for 15th Anniversary Edition!
Early energy matters! Every early ticket helps our team craft a more magical, meaningful anniversary edition for all.
Secure your ticket now!
These tickets are only for startups, and your startup must have a valid Business ID.
We will verify your eligibility. Agencies and consultancies are not eligible.
Startup Ticket
SiRA™ Verified
149€
49€
Including 13.5% VAT – 55.62€
01 Jan – 30 April 49€
1 May – 31 May 79€
1 June – 11 June 149€
*Fill out the SiRA assessment after purchase to keep the reduced price.
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days event program access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2days)
Not Included
❌ 15th Year Reception
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Lunch Ticket
Startup Ticket
249€
99€
Including 13.5% VAT – 112.37€
01 Jan – 30 April 99€
1 May – 31 May 149€
1 June – 11 June 249€
No SiRA assessment required.
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days event program access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2 days)
Not Included
❌ 15th Year Reception
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Lunch Ticket
Startup Booth
SiRA™ Verified
1499€
499€
Including 25.5% VAT – 626.25€
01 Jan – 30 April 499€
1 May – 31 May 699€
1 June – 11 June 1499€
*Fill out the SiRA assessment after purchase to keep the reduced price.
Startup Booth Includes:
✅Startup Booth for 1 Day (2x2m)
✅Electricity
✅Wi-Fi
✅Carpet
✅Cocktail Table
✅2x Startup | SiRA™ Verified Tickets
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days event program access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2 days)
Not Included
❌ 15th Year Reception
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Lunch Ticket
Startup Booth
1699€
599€
Including 25.5% VAT – 751.75€
01 Jan – 30 April 599€
1 May – 31 May 899€
1 June – 11 June 1699€
No SiRA assessment required.
Startup Booth Includes:
✅Startup Booth for 1 Day (2x2m)
✅Electricity
✅Wi-Fi
✅Carpet
✅Cocktail Table
✅2x Startup | SiRA™ Verified Tickets
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days event program access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2days)
Not Included
❌ 15th Year Reception
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Lunch Ticket
Investor Ticket
SiRA™ Verified
499€
149€
Including 13.5% VAT – 169.12€
01 Jan – 30 April 149€
1 May – 31 May 249€
1 June – 11 June 449€
*Fill out the SiRA assessment after purchase to keep the reduced price.
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days Event Program Access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting Tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2 days)
✅ 15th Year Reception
Not Included
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Lunch Ticket
Investor Ticket
499€
199€
Including 13.5% VAT – 225.87€
01 Jan – 30 April 199€
1 May – 31 May 299€
1 June – 11 June 499€
No SiRA assessment required.
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days Event Program Access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting Tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2 days)
✅ 15th Year Reception
Not Included
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Lunch Ticket
Investor Select Ticket
SiRA™ Verified
1499€
999€
Including 13.5% VAT – 1,133.87€
01 Jan – 30 April 999€
1 May – 31 May 1299€
1 June – 11 June 1499€
*Fill out the SiRA assessment after purchase to keep the reduced price.
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days Event Program Access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting Tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2 days)
✅ 15th Year Reception
✅ Invite-only investor gatherings
✅ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
✅ VIP Dinner
✅ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
✅ Fast-tracked at the Registration
✅ Lunch Ticket
Not Included
❌ Media Lounge
Investor Select Ticket
1699€
1099€
Including 13.5% VAT – 1,247.37€
01 Jan – 30 April 1099€
1 May – 31 May 1399€
1 June – 11 June 1699€
No SiRA assessment required.
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days Event Program Access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting Tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ DealTank
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2 days)
✅ 15th Year Reception
✅ Invite-only investor gatherings
✅ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
✅ VIP Dinner
✅ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
✅ Fast-tracked at the Registration
✅ Lunch Ticket
Not Included
❌ Media Lounge
Limited Partner Ticket
Free for LPs
We offer complimentary attendance for qualifying LPs from: banks, corporate investors, development finance institutions, endowments, family offices, foundations, insurance companies, investment consultants, pension funds, registered investment advisers (RIAs), and sovereign wealth funds are subject to qualification.
Apply Here
Attendee Ticket
999€
899€
Including 13.5% VAT – 1,020.37€
01 Jan – 30 April 899€
1 May – 31 May 949€
1 June – 11 June 999€
What’s Included
✅ Full 2-days event program access
✅ Workshop Rooms
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zones
✅ Speed Dating Area
✅ Book 1-1 meeting tables
✅ Matchmaking Tool
✅ ARCTIC15 Afterparty
✅ Free coffee & snacks (2days)
✅ 15th Year Reception
What’s Included
❌ DealTank
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ Lunch Ticket
Expo Pass
This is one-day ticket. Valid on 12 June.
Day 2 is dedicated to tech enthusiast, deep dives into emerging technologies, hands-on demos, and founders sharing how things are actually built.
49€
25€
Including 13.5% VAT – 28.38€
01 Jan – 30 April 25€
1 May – 31 May 29€
1 June – 11 June 49€
What’s Included
✅ Day 2 Access (on 12 June)
✅ Exhibition Areas
✅ Startup Village
✅ 100 Innovations Zone
✅ Experience Zone
Not Included
❌ Day 1 Access
❌ Workshop Rooms
❌ Book 1-1 meeting tables
❌ Matchmaking Tool
❌ DealTank
❌ ARCTIC15 After Party
❌ Free Coffee & Snacks
❌ 15th Year Reception
❌ Speaker & Investor Select Lounge
❌ Fast-tracked at the Registration
❌ Media Lounge
❌ Invite-only investor gatherings
❌ VIP Rooftop Cocktail
❌ VIP Dinner
❌ Lunch Ticket
❌ Speed Dating Area
❌ Name / Company Name Badge
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