Polar Bear Pitching

Are you an early-stage startup looking for an extraordinary opportunity? Well, we have something special for you! 💫     Even if pitching in the Avanto wasn’t possible for your startup this year, don’t worry — Participating in the Polar Bear Pitching offers plenty of opportunities for startups in addition to the Avanto competition! 🤩    By attending you’ll get the opportunity to network in the casual settings throughout our main program, which includes: ✨ Day Conference with lunch and matchmaking 🔥 Sauna Village during the Avanto Competition 🎉 Polar Bear Pitching Afterparty   But wait, that’s not all! All startup ticket holders get to feature their info in the digital startup catalogue sent out to investors in advance. Don’t miss this great opportunity to attract interest from potential investors and meet a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. 🌟    You still have until 31.12.2025 to get your startup tickets at the discounted Early Bear rates for only 79 euros! 🐻❄️     👉 So head on to https://lnkd.in/gtgyFZz and secure your spot in the coolest Startup event of the year today! #PolarBearPitching #StartUpOpportunities #Innovation

We're thrilled to announce the next Satellite Event of the Polar Bear Pitching 2025: Polar Bear Pitching Tokyo! 🌍 🇯🇵 Get ready for this year’s Japanese Satellite Event – Polar Bear Pitching Tokyo held in BIRTH Lab! With the Polar Bear Pitching 2019 competitor from Japan, Yuta Aoki and his fellow Dai Horikawa, as the lead organizers of the event, Polar Bear Pitching Tokyo promises to be a great opportunity for the Japanese startup ecosystem interested in Northern Europe. The Polar Bear Pitching experience in the vibrant heart of Japan’s iconic capital is a great opportunity for startups to showcase their ideas! And the best part? The winner of the Satellite Event gets a spot in the Avanto Competition at the Polar Bear Pitching in Oulu on February 27th! 🧊❄️ So Tokyo, get ready to take the plunge 🥶 and pitch your ideas into reality! 🤩 👉 Check out Polar Bear Pitching Tokyo here: https://lnkd.in/dqqnKJhq #PolarBearPitching #StartUpOpportunities #Innovation #Tokyo

💬 "Polar Bear Pitching was an incredible challenge — especially for someone who isn't a fan of cold water! But seeing fellow startup competitors bravely take on the ice-hole was both inspiring and motivating. The event itself was fantastic, from the engaging Day Conference program to connecting with other participants. Best of all, we had the opportunity to meet investors, some of whom later chose to invest in us. Truly an unforgettable experience!" – Nooah R., nooon ✨ It’s stories like this that remind us why Polar Bear Pitching is more than just an event — it’s a turning point for startups, where courage and boldness meets opportunity. From the pitch in the icy Avanto to meaningful networking, startups gain a platform to connect with investors, capture global media attention, and showcase their vision to inspire the world. 🐻❄️ We are thrilled that Nooah R. and nooon had such a great experience in Polar Bear Pitching, and we wish them continued success in their journey. 💙 If you're ready to take the plunge and pitch your idea, don’t wait — startup applications for #PolarBearPitching 2025 are closing tomorrow! ⏳ 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/d5nxU4X3 #StartupOpportunities #StartupJourney #Innovation #GlobalVisibility

Viera Karam, Head of Polar Bear Pitching and Startup Program Manager at BusinessOulu, recently sat down with Oulun kaupunki - City of Oulu My Oulu news media to discuss Polar Bear Pitching, Oulu's thriving startup ecosystem and much more! 🤩 In this fascinating interview, Viera shares how Polar Bear Pitching plays a pivotal role in putting Oulu on the global startup map and fostering innovation. 🐻❄️ 👉 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/dCqjvqA4 Let’s celebrate the impact of Polar Bear Pitching and the incredible startups that drive innovation and make Oulu shine! 💙 #PolarBearPitching #Innovation #Oulu #Startups

Startups — One week left to apply! ⏳ If you are an early-stage startup looking for an opportunity to gain global visibility, compete for a prize, network and meet potential investors, you still have until December 5th to apply for the 2025 Polar Bear Pitching. ✨ Don’t miss this unique opportunity to pitch your startup in the coolest way possible! Apply now at https://lnkd.in/d5nxU4X3 and embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Finland! 💙 #PolarBearPitching #StartupOpportunities #Innovation

🎟️ Early Bear Tickets Are Now on Sale! 🐻❄️ Missed the chance to grab our exclusive Blind Bear tickets? Don’t worry — You can still join the coolest event of the year at an amazing price with our Early Bear tickets, now on sale! 🎉 By securing your Early Bear ticket, you'll lock in a great deal and guarantee your spot at Polar Bear Pitching 2025 — an event that brings together promising startups, investors, and a global audience. Whether you're looking to network, discover the next big thing, or simply enjoy the exciting atmosphere of the event and witness the courageous pitching in the icy Avanto, you won’t want to miss this opportunity! 👉 Get your discounted Early Bear tickets by December 31st at https://lnkd.in/gtgyFZz #PolarBearPitching #StartupOpportunities

📢 Calling all Venture Capitalists and Investors! Now's your chance to become the building block of our event and decide on the winner of Polar Bear Pitching Avanto Competition by joining our jury! 🌟 By joining our jury panel, your VC will be introduced to our international participants, media at the event, and our global audience watching the Polar Bear Pitching live-stream all around the world. 🎥 Our team will provide clear judging guidelines and criteria, so you can focus on what really matters — spotting the next big breakthrough and connecting with world-class talent who will shape our future. 🌠 Interested to join the jury panel? See contact information on our website https://lnkd.in/e7nYmsy and reach out to our team! #PolarBearPitching #StartupOpportunities #VC

It’s stories like Natal Mind's, the winner of last year's Polar Bear Pitching, that make us so proud to host this one-of-a-kind event. 🐻❄️ We reached out to hear about their experience, and this is what they had to say: ”Polar Bear Pitching was an unforgettable experience that made me feel like a movie star! The event was incredibly well-organized, creating a strong sense of psychological safety and mutual respect among competitors, organizers, the jury, and the audience. It fostered an atmosphere of support and warmth, making it easy to connect and mingle with everyone. The publicity we received was beyond what we could have anticipated. Investors have referenced our pitch video in their deal flows, and I’ve even had random people recognize me as ‘the person in the avanto’! We also gained fantastic photo and video content for our PR.   Overall, the experience was phenomenal—and the prize was a nice bonus!" -Aura Pyykönen Whether it’s the connections made, the global visibility, or the unforgettable adventure, Polar Bear Pitching truly makes an impact for startups and we couldn't be happier. 💙 If you’re a startup looking to pitch, an investor seeking innovation, or you simply want to experience the magic of Polar Bear Pitching, don’t wait—applications for startups are now open, and tickets for the event are on sale! 🚀 👉 Apply now or grab your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/e7nYmsy #PolarBearPitching #StartupOpportunities #Innovation

Natal Mind, the winner of Polar Bear Pitching 2024, is gearing up to showcase their important innovation at Slush! 🤩 You'll catch a glimpse of their groundbreaking app and the winning pitch delivered in the ice-cold Avanto in their latest demo. ❄️🌊 Projecting courage, creativity, and innovation all in one! We’re proud to see our Polar Bear Pitching alumni making waves on the global startup stage. 🚀 🎥 Take a look at their demo and join us in cheering them on as they take the next brave step in their startup journey! #PolarBearPitching #Slush2024 #Innovation #StartUpOpportunities

📢 Attention all Startups ❗ Polar Bear Pitching 2025 Startup Applications are Now Open! 🐻❄️   Are you an early-stage startup looking for an extraordinary opportunity? ✨ Now's your chance to dive into the Avanto and gain global exposure, build new networks and compete for a thrilling prize! 🤩🚀   Don’t miss this unique opportunity to pitch your startup in the coolest way possible! Apply now at https://lnkd.in/d5nxU4X3 and embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Finland! 💙   #PolarBearPitching #StartUpOpportunities