Welcome to FinanceTalks Finland [FinTalks]
FinTalks Finland is a growing finance community dedicated to making financial knowledge more accessible and fostering meaningful discussions within the industry. We provide engaging spaces for finance professionals, early-career individuals, and international talent to connect, share insights, and stay ahead in an evolving financial landscape.
Through thought-provoking discussions, expert-led events, and industry collaborations, our goal is to explore key areas such as digital transformation, fintech innovations, financial literacy, career development, and more.
We are committed to bridging knowledge gaps, amplifying industry trends, and creating opportunities for professionals to grow, learn, and navigate the future of finance together.
Join us in empowering the future of finance—one discussion at a time.
Recent Events
Understanding Cooperative Banking, Regulations and Service Impact
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
In this Afterwork session with OP, we unpacked the fundamentals of cooperative banking and how it differs from traditional models. Marjukka Varis and Ville Laakso offered insightful perspectives on customer ownership, regulatory compliance, and OP’s mission in promoting financial wellbeing and supporting local communities across Finland.
Guest speakers
Marjukka Varis
Sales Director | OP Uusimaa
Ville Laakso
Sales Director | OP Uusimaa
Past events
Shaping the Future: Digital Transformation Across Financial Services
📅 Date: January 23rd, 2025
In our debut Afterwork, we explored how digital transformation is reshaping financial services. Joined by Nordea experts Petri Tabell and Sanna Frisk, the session offered key insights into omnichannel customer experiences, tech-driven innovation, and the evolving role of digital tools in banking.
Meet the Co-Founders
Kwabena Asante
Over a decade of experience in payments, credit, and analytics within the banking and IT consultancy sectors, now working in risk analysis within the energy industry.
Chinmay Tare
Over five years of experience as a credit underwriter in banking and fintech, specializing in financial assessments and data-driven decision-making.