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Business Networking Day 2026

Paviljonki, halls A and B1

Pitch proposal submission form

Explore cutting-edge innovation and discover your future partnerships at JYU's Business Networking Day! On 8 October 2026, Paviljonki will see an assembly of researchers, companies and students discuss all things innovation and collaboration. Come and make use of the networking opportunities across disciplines. 

In addition to the exhibition area, the event will feature six themed talk sessions, five of which will include short (4-5 min) pitches by companies, stakeholders and researchers.

The themes are: 

  • Disruptive Technologies (9.30-10.45)
  • Collaboration as a Foundation for Innovations (9.30-10.45 panel discussion, no pitch talks)
  • AI and Data‑Driven Decision‑Making (12.45-14.00)
  • Comprehensive Security Solutions Providing Resilience (12.45-14.00)
  • Well‑Being and Demographic Change (14.30-15.45)
  • Climate, Environment, and the Green Transition (14.30-15.45)

Use this form to propose your own pitch on a theme of your choice.

The deadline for submitting a pitch talk is 31 August 2026.

Please note that submitting a presentation proposal does not constitute registration for the event. To register for the event, go to the Business Networking Day website.   

If you have any questions about the event or pitching, please contact businessday@jyu.fi 

If you're not familiar with giving elevator pitches – no worries! We offer all elevator speakers the opportunity to participate in training, which includes a lecture and a sparring session.

  • In the lecture, you'll learn the basic principles of a good elevator pitch and have the chance to ask questions.
  • In the sparring session, you'll present your pitch to a panel and receive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
  • The training also gives you a chance to meet other speakers in advance.

Training schedule:
Lecture (Teams) on September 11 from 10:00 to 11:00
Practice pitches on September 21 and 23 from 12:00 to 16:00 

Personal details

Start by filling in below the details of the person who will be the contact person for communications related to the pitch proposal. The details of any other members of the presentation are added at the bottom of the form using the (+add participant) button. The names of presenters and session descriptions may be published on the event website.
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Pitch talk

From the themes below, choose the one in which you would like to give your pitch talk. For a more detailed description of the themes, please visit the event website. The pitch is max 5 minutes.
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Each theme session has a primary language. If you choose the option “I can speak in English or Finnish as required”, we kindly ask that you give your presentation in the primary language of the theme.
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