- Business
- Workforce
Building competitive advantage with DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)
Thursday 19.3
Art Hall
Building Growth Through Diversity
The Energy Week Workforce Seminar will focus on supporting companies in building diverse and inclusive teams, with a particular emphasis on encouraging the use of international talent.
The seminar aims to raise awareness among employers about the tangible business benefits of diverse work communities. These include enhanced innovation, improved competitiveness, and greater growth potential.
Through inspiring examples and expert insights, the seminar will highlight how diversity in the workplace is not just a value—but a strategic advantage. Join us to explore how international and multicultural teams can drive success in the energy sector and beyond.
Embracing Diversity in Finnish Workplaces
Municipal Councilor in Vaasa, Junior HR Business Partner at ABB
Insights from Business Finland: Cultural Diversity as a Strategic Advantage in 2025
Driving Business Development and Impact Through Social Sustainability
Assistant Professor of International Strategic Management, DEI4SME Project leader, Ambassador for Internationalization, School of Management, University of Vaasa
Why Inclusion Isn’t Rocket Science: Lessons From Our Company Case
CEO, Vaasan Korttelihuolto Oy
Panel Discussion
Head of Work in Finland and Integration, KEHA Centre
Doctoral Researcher, University of Vaasa (Sustainable Careers of Skilled Migrants from Career Ecosystem Perspective)
University of Vaasa
CEO, Finvacon
Questions From the Audience & Closing Remarks
For more information
Maria Haglund
Project Manager, skilled workforce
maria.haglund@vasek.fi
+358 50 5760 888
Mari Kattelus
Marketing Manager
mari.kattelus@vasek.fi
+358 400 681 048
Elina Lehtinen
Specialist, company services
elina.lehtinen@vaasa.fi
Aleksi Koivisto
Training and Member Service Manager
aleksi.koivisto@chamber.fi
Organizers
