By anna
Picture this: you’re planning a strategy day for 20 employees. Big goals, big discussions, and one question: “Why would I pay €1,500 to an outside facilitator when I know my team best and I can talk? It’s the same logic as asking: “Why go offsite when we already have a meeting room at the office?” … Continued
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Software and services company Innofactor Platforms wanted to go beyond daily Teams calls and create a moment for real connection, alignment, and fresh thinking. Their goal was simple: bring the team together, clarify direction, and strengthen collaboration through a well-designed in-person kickoff in Helsinki. To make this happen, Innofactor Platforms gathered their business unit at … Continued
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As AI and digital tools become more common, corporate events are not becoming less human. They are becoming more human. On stage, the following industry professionals shared their insights on the future: Joonas Patama (LIWLIG) Osnat Mangs (Sisters Inc.) Oskari Liimatainen (Lataamo Group Oy) Jarkko Kivikoski (Wolttigroup) Moderated by Kati Kuusisto (Kuusisto & Partners Oy) … Continued
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Event details Venue: Wave Room, HUONE Kluuvi, Helsinki Date: 22 January 2026 Organizer: NG Nordic Participants: 35 people Audience: people who played a significant role in the 2025 integration work A shared direction and next steps The event was part of NG Nordic’s ongoing integration work, following the 2025 merger of Fortum Recycling & Waste … Continued
By herachoi
Event Overview Event: Christmas Party 2025 / Kickoff 2026 Audience: Company personnel Venue: Lagoon Room at HUONE Kluuvi, Helsinki Goal: Review 2026 targets, strengthen team spirit, and enjoy time together Program Highlights: Breakfast smoothies/Review of 2026 goals/Lunch/ Team photography session/ Murder mystery activity (part 1)/ Afternoon snack/ Murder mystery activity (part 2) The Day … Continued
Ever heard the joke about the driver who thought everyone else was going the wrong way? It’s a classic example of how we often see others as the problem—just like in meetings. This old Norwegian joke is often told by Thomas Erikson, a behavioural scientist, leadership coach, and author of Surrounded by Idiots. The DISC … Continued
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944 Events, Over 17,000 Guests In 2025, HUONE Helsinki hosted 944 events across three locations: HUONE Kamppi, HUONE Kluuvi, and HUONE Kaivopiha. More than 17,800 guests visited us for all kinds of business events, from trainings and strategy days to kick-offs and corporate parties. Every event had its own purpose, but they all shared one … Continued
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Here are 5 essential questions to ask before you book. 1. Is the venue easy for everyone to get to? A central location makes a big difference. Especially in today’s hybrid work culture—where some team members work remotely, from home, or on flexible schedules—it’s more important than ever to choose a venue that’s easy to … Continued
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Event overview Date: November 21st, 2025 Guests: All employees of BASF Oy Venue: HUONE Kamppi Program: Winter Fiesta’ concept Organised by: BASF Oy, Helsinki Event Type: Company Christmas Party ‘Winter Fiesta’ concept A Festive Night to Remember This year, BASF Oy Helsinki gathered their team for a memorable Christmas celebration at HUONE Kamppi. The goal? … Continued
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Event Overview Date: November 25th, 2025 Guests: ~80 employees Venue: Wave Room, HUONE Kluuvi, Helsinki Format: Welcome session & lunch, Executive presentations & panel (year in review, strategy, culture launch), Client speech, Culture workshop, Keynote by Panu Luukka, and Closing remarks by CEO Ville Haapasaari Organiser: Port of Helsinki A Day to Align, Reflect, and … Continued
By herachoi
In today’s hybrid working world, fostering team culture has become more important—and more challenging—than ever. Team days are no longer just about fun; they’re an essential way to reconnect, build relationships, and strengthen the company culture that’s been stretched across virtual and physical workspaces. At HUONE, we frequently host team days, and one question we … Continued
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As we move into 2026, business events are changing quickly. New ways of working, new technology, money concerns, and the need to care about the planet are all affecting how companies plan and run their events. Here are some important trends that people who plan events and run event spaces should know this year. 1. … Continued
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Event overview Date: November 13th, 2025 Guests: 50 Talent acquisition and recruitment professionals Venue: Wave Room, HUONE Kluuvi, Helsinki Program format: Networking + Fireside Chat + Keynote + Roundtables Organised by: Recright Oy, a Helsinki-based recruitment platform that specializes in video interviews and structured hiring HUONE Kluuvi hosted Recright’s launch event in the Wave Room, … Continued
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In this article, we will explore the different types of kick-off meetings, how to plan your kick-off day, and why choosing the right space, one that inspires focus, energy, and connection, plays a key role in its success. TEST What Is a Kick-Off Meeting and Why the Right Venue Matters? A kick-off meeting brings people … Continued
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Entrepreneurship is often spoken about through success stories – the wins, the growth, the achievements that look great from the outside. What we hear far less about are the moments when plans collapse, money runs out, or confidence in one’s own path begins to shake. The F*ckUp Night hosted at HUONE Kluuvi brought exactly that … Continued
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At a buffet, the food is displayed on a serving table, allowing guests to choose and assemble their own plates. A sit-down dinner, on the other hand, means that the food is served directly to the tables, with each course brought out as a ready-plated dish. The right choice depends on the nature of the … Continued