Prönö has partnered with Uniarts Hub Pre-Incubator Program in the University of the Arts (Taideyliopisto). This is a three-month pre-incubator initiative designed specifically for individuals in the arts and creative sectors who are contemplating starting a business, whether individually or as part of a team.
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Nordic Listed Leaders, a groundbreaking platform specifically designed for the executives of listed companies across the Nordic region. Our mission is to bridge a crucial gap in the market by providing a dedicated space for leaders to
Traditionally, the journey to find a suitable board member has been predominantly influenced by the relationships and networks of company executives or professional headhunters. This approach, while effective to some extent, has often resulted in a narrow selection pool and has incurred significant costs, especially
The latest study on the composition of listed company boards in Finland 2023 offers interesting insights into the current landscape of boardroom diversity. You can download the complete study here and watch the event recording. Demographics of Board Members A notable finding from the study is
Building diverse boards is not an easy task. Jonna Louvrier from Includia Leadership shares her tips for everyone who is working on getting more diverse boards. Here are her 4 tips from her presentation. You can watch her full presentation here or download the “Listed
In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate governance, the competencies of board members are crucial to steering organisations towards success and sustainability. The expectations for board members have expanded beyond traditional oversight to include a diversity of skills and an adaptive mindset. Katri Sipilä from Deve
Fondia, a legal services company with roots in Finland, has set a benchmark in the industry by emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and constant self-improvement. In particular, the firm has demonstrated remarkable commitment to gender representation on its board and management teams, standing out in an often
Date & Time: December 8, 2023, at 9:00 – 10:00 CET+2 (Helsinki time) Format: Online event Join us for an insightful online event where we will present the findings of the 2023 Finnish listed company boards diversity study. This event provides a unique opportunity to
When it comes to sustainability and helping businesses be responsible, every moment matters. Meet Anna Helaniemi and Petri Vilén, the driving force behind Decade of Action. Fueled by a desire to make a real impact, they chose the quick and easy way of connecting with
As an entrepreneur, finding the right expertise can be challenging. Your network and contacts may have knowledge, but they may lack the time or specific skills to help. Founders of LAAVU, Rami and Salla found a more efficient solution by joining Prönö’s summer X program,
Entrepreneurship is often a solitary journey. Navigating with a significant and meaningful vision alone, advice from experienced individuals can fortify self-confidence and aid in making the right decisions at crucial junctures. Aleksi Akpaso, the entrepreneur steering Infradreams towards enhancing infrastructure in developing countries, shares his
Meet Aki Laitinen, a fitness industry entrepreneur driven by a passion for success at Voima & Vire Valmennusstudio. Aki understands the power of mentorship and coaching for personal growth in both business and fitness. His journey took an unexpected turn in the summer while he
It’s easier than ever to find platforms and services offering mentoring. But how to select the one that best suits your needs? How do different service providers set up their programs? We’ve listed some of the programs we were able to find, focusing on Finland.
Ok, ChatGPT… Tell me how to find a Board member for my company… Here’s a step-by-step process to help you find your next board member created by ChatGPT, and our own views to help you understand how Prönö can help you make the most of
Prönö is a new way to find the expertise you need. We understand that when trying something new, you might be wondering if it’s any good. But we, and hundreds of companies, already know. You can now start using Prönö 100% risk-free. Here’s how we
On Prönö you only need one profile to be available for multiple opportunities and roles. By selecting the opportunities you wish to receive, you can make the profile just the way you want, for free. Let’s look a bit closer. You profile determines your availability
Prönö is the World’s 1st Knowledge-as-a-Service platform. As such, we get a lot of questions on how the pricing and the logic of the platform actually work. In this article, we try to answer most of them. No monthly fees or Finders fees Prönö is
At Prönö, our vision was clear from the beginning: We wanted to create a platform that would be nothing the best for the professionals who drive our industries – the coaches and expert advisors. Understanding the unique needs, challenges, and aspirations of these professionals, we
In today’s digital era, numerous platforms offer online services to professionals, but few stand out in terms of efficiency, functionality, and fairness as Prönö does for coaches. Designed with the needs and requirements of coaches in mind, Prönö has emerged as a favorite for many
Running a great session is easy with good communication, respect, open-mindedness, and critical thinking, but there are some practical things that are good to check and remember: Before the Session • Take your meeting in a quiet place with a stable internet connection. • Please
In celebration of WomenInTech month, an enlightening panel discussion took place on June 21, 2023, which showcased the remarkable journeys and insights of women in the Finnish tech industry; Kia Lampi (Founder & CPO of Sisko), Kaisa Savola (Founder & CEO of Talbit), and Helene
Prönö Summer X is an Leadership Accelerator for ambitious companies. In Summer X program, during June and July, we are connecting TOP Advisors with ambitious companies who understand that these summer months are the absolute best to build your success (and also 16% of the
Are you facing rapid growth or seeking it out? In either case, the knowledge and guidance from experienced professionals can be a game-changer. ☝️💡 This was certainly the case for PIHKA Collection, a fast-growing Finnish design company that has experienced significant growth in recent years. Despite
Prönö was invited to present at the Nordic DemoDay as one of the TOP30 most promising startups. Since we don’t have the presentation available for you, and you probably weren’t able to attend the actual event, here’s your chance to read the script of the
Picture this. You work in a field that demands unique perspectives, and finding talents who understand your situation is a real pain. Is that scenario your reality? Don’t worry, you are not alone. Kalle Rosenberg, co-founder of Soil of Beauty, was struggling to find professionals
At Prönö, we believe that knowledge is success. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce our newly formed board of directors, which includes experienced external leaders who will help guide us on our journey towards greater heights. Here they are: Katri Sipilä Katri Sipilä is
🥁🥁 Prönö has been selected for Kasvu Open! 🥁🥁 We are thrilled to share this news! 🌟 Out of many growth-oriented companies, we are incredibly honored to be among the 15 companies chosen to join the Kasvu Open Sales and Marketing program. The jury made
The way knowledge and expertise are shared and bought is changing. Moreover, the pace of change has only accelerated since Covid. And it is not slowing down. Just ask ChatGPT if you believe otherwise. During the Industrial Revolution, no one could have imagined the opportunities
Our investor round exceeded our expectations! We are excited to announce that Prönö has recently secured funding from some impressive investors who share our vision of transforming the way professionals and companies connect and collaborate. We are grateful for their support and thrilled to have
The knowledge economy is a term used to describe an economy where knowledge and ideas are the primary drivers of growth and innovation, rather than traditional inputs like physical labor and capital. In a knowledge economy, companies and individuals who can create, use, and share
Attention all executives, there is a new trend in town that may just be the career path you’ve been looking for: part-time executive positions. The Wall Street Journal recently published an article about this trend and we at Prönö have been seeing it gaining momentum
Cancer Research and Biotechnology AG (CRB) is a Swiss preclinical-stage oncology company focusing on mitochondrial healing. They develop small-molecule drugs to reverse the carcinogenic mitochondrial dysfunctions that cause cancer. In other words – they are developing a new causal cure for cancer. Today, cancer treatments are
VTT – one of Europe’s leading research institutions – is working to solve the biggest problems of our times. Through Prönö YOU have the opportunity to become an advisor for VTT teams on our platform. Heating our homes is one the biggest global sources of
PIHKA collection is known for its beautiful design of leather bags. The award-winning brand has a strong reputation for producing high-quality, durable products that are made to last. In addition to the functionality and practicality of its products, PIHKA is also known for its unique,
Juva is the future of pleasure boating. Silent, emission-free and affordable. With a cutting-edge user interface and the streamlined look of Scandinavian design it will redefine the pleasure boating for good. Now they are looking for investors to build the prototype, strengthen the team and open
Lovena is the Relationship Hub for singles who want to find a long-term relationship and start a family. The idea of the platform is to improve the chances to meet people online as well as offline. Platform combines dating with self-development and helps singles with
Audicin offers an easy-to-use, AI-powered method to reduce stress and improve performance during the workday via audio stimulation. They are now looking for investors to build their own platform after piloting successfully with paying enterprise and B2C. Audicin, a winner of Female Founder Pitching competition
If you are interested in investing in a sustainable future, this is your chance. Aila is the first centralized platform helping SMEs to take direct climate action and reduce the CO2 emissions of their operations. This sustainable startup from Finland is now seeking early-stage investors
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Business Trainee. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain hands-on experience in product development, business development, and customer projects/campaigns. Responsibilities: Project management of several tasks
We are looking for a proactive QA Engineer with skills and experience to ensure the high quality of our software products. You will be involved in the design and creation of tests and resolving system problems in a fast-paced environment. Skills & Experience 2+ years
In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, the ability to effectively communicate your organization’s message is crucial for success. Through internal or external channels, transparent and effective communication is essential for building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, driving business results, and staying ahead of the
Are you thinking of becoming an advisor? Read why Communications and Media Advisor Antti Isokangas is an advisor and what advisory sessions he has done on Prönö Advisory Platform. Antti is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in consulting, strategy, corporate communications, and
In today’s knowledge economy, the well-being and performance of employees are more important than ever. Companies should provide their employees with the right tools and resources to perform at their best. This is where the role of Human resources (HR) becomes crucial – and Prönö
Have you ever thought about becoming an HR advisor? Read Hanna Kontinen’s story of how she became an advisor – and why you should follow her lead and embark on your own HR Advisor journey on Prönö. As an advisor, Hanna Kontinen is an expert
According to a new study by Prönö, the representation of women on boards of Finnish listed companies is still low, with only 28% of board members being women, a slight increase of 1% from the previous year. The report also found that the typical board
Customer advisors are relevant for business because they help to build and maintain strong relationships with customers. By providing high-quality customer service and support, customer advisors can help to create a positive customer experience, which can lead to increased customer loyalty and repeat business. In
This article discusses four strategies to involve customer advisors in product development, marketing and culture building. Companies should have meetings with customer advisors to gain feedback on their products and marketing materials. Additionally, regular meetings with customer advisors can help foster a customer-centric culture and
Sometimes, you need to pause and ask for advice in order to see the way forward. This is what Mesenaatti did when they found themselves at a crossroads. In the last seven years, they had grown to become one of the leading crowdfunding platforms in
Korner Agency, a Finnish media and PR firm, is empowering its employees to achieve their goals through the use of Prönö advisory sessions. These sessions offer a range of benefits, including improved performance and productivity, increased knowledge and skills, greater confidence and motivation, and enhanced
Case – Audicin Audicin, a SLUSH 100 top and rewarded startup, is building an audio service to improve wellbeing while working. Their solution has already been noticed in the Slush and Female Founder pitching competition. As a brand new startup they wanted to start building