“Thanks to the Virtual Bridge program Fluidit was able to gain a thorough understanding of what is needed to successfully enter the U.S. market”
Who should join the Virtual Bridge - Intelligent Machine Technologies Program?
Companies that provide products, services, solutions, or advanced engineering for the intelligent machine industry.
Companies that intend to expand to the U.S. market for finding new business, partners, and collaboration opportunities.
Companies that are committed and available in the evenings, starting on March 7, 2022. The program will be hosted live from New York City. Please note the time difference.
Why should you join the Virtual Bridge - Intelligent Machine Technologies Program?
Supercharge your knowledge with years of USA experience in one week
Connect and meet with over 30 U.S. based partners, investors, academics, experts and peers and receive guidance from them
Understand what it takes to expand to the U.S. market and validate your growth strategy
The program is financially supported and made possible by Business Tampere
Unique opportunity to join meetings with potential customers and partners in the U.S.. Please note that the event confirmation and schedule depends on the Covid-19 development.
How much?
1000€ participation fee. Includes a 12-month Market Entry Membership. Price is subsidized by Business Tampere
“Relevant and to the point information about the US market, couching & advice from local experts and peer learning & support from other Finnish companies, all delivered in four efficient days. Can easily recommend to any company thinking about expanding to the US market. ”
For over 70 years, The Finnish American Chamber of Commerce has been supporting Finnish companies in their business activities in the US. As a competent and experienced partner, FACC offers the Virtual Bridge Program in March 2022 for Finnish Intelligent Machine Technology businesses in Tampere area to help them with a successful US market entry.
Virtual Bridge Program: March 7-9, 14, 2022
(contact us for program details)
You will meet over 30 professionals or “Bridge Builders” during the week.
In March, 2022
120 minute Pre-Workshop with Business Finland - Company Materials
Monday, March 7th 2022, 8am - 2pm EST / 15:00 - 21:00 Finland
U.S. Market Info & Economic Update
Market Pulse, Latest Events
Macro - U.S.
Micro - Intelligent Machines
Investing in the U.S.
Services and programs offered by the U.S. federal government
Energy efficiency grants, industry specific incentives
Different states and their business incentives
Case - Michigan
What No One Tells You About US Market Entry
Market Research
Company presentations
Group meetings start
Tuesday
Sales & Marketing
Localizing Your Communication
Cultural Differences
Creating Customer Value
Marketing
Selling in the U.S.
Real Life Success Stories
Company presentations (sales pitch)
Group meetings start
Wednesday
Finance
Banking in the U.S.
Accounting and Taxes
Legal Issue in Finance, M&A and Fundraising
Funding
VC Market in the U.S.
Seed & Angel Rounds
Growth Funding, Private Equity
Funding Opportunities with Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
Company presentations (investor pitch)
Group meetings start
Monday, March 14, 2022
Legal
How to Get Started, Legal Perspective
Business Structure and Business Protection
Risk Management
Contracts
Labor and Employment
Immigration and Traveling
IP & Trademarks
Employment Law
Technology-related legal issues
Partnerships
Data management, privacy and cybersecurity
Company presentations
Group meetings start
Tuesday
Showcase
Presentations to American audience and ecosystem. This event is in collaboration with X.
Applications for the next Virtual Bridge Program are open. Program Fee 1000€*
*fee includes 12-month market entry membership
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Virtual Bridge: Intelligent Machine Technologies
Market Entry Program to the U.S. Market for Ambitious Finnish Companies