What is slush? Slush is a technology and entrepreneurial event that happens every year in the late fall in Helsinki. There are approximately 15,000 attendees, 1700 start up companies and 800 investors. During this two day event Startups have a chance to pitch their idea towards potential investors and industry leaders give key note speeches. It is two days that you will never forget. Day 1 On a rainy and…
The first rule of Slush is: you don’t talk about Slush. …Just kidding: the first rule is, expect nothing from Slush. Because whatever your expectations are, the reality will blow you away. Even if you’ve attended before, as I have, make sure to check your preconceptions at the door with your coat, because every year is bigger and better than the last. This year, walking in was like entering some…
We were so eager to be there for the opening that we decided to meet at least half an hour earlier for the opening ceremony. It started off very well, there was a DJ who started it out with some nice techno complemented with nice visual effects at the entrance. We were very excited for the event and full of energy, even though that it was early in the morning….