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Heritage is an important part of the Keweenaw. So when delegates from Finnish companies and Ambassador, Mikko Hautala plan a trip from across the pond, it’s an exciting event. The visitors plan to meet with Michigan Tech, Finlandia University and other groups next month. They’ll be talking about Finland’s clean tech, forest bio materials, batteries, and maritime industries and how those innovations might benefit Michigan companies.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a Memo of Understanding with Finland in 2020. The document builds on a deep connection between the two regions. Michigan has the largest Finnish – American population in the country. Immigrants from the Nordic country worked in mining, forestry and other industries throughout the height of Michigan’s economic production.
Michigan can offer research and marketing solutions for Finnish companies hoping to break into the American market. FinnZone helps those groups by setting up meetings with potential partners in the Keweenaw. Delegates will see research at Michigan Tech and Finlandia University first-hand. They also plan to meet with FinnZone’s team and the Honorary Counsel of Finland – Upper Peninsula while they are here. Their visit will start on May 16th and go throughout the week.
