Invest in the north
– invest for sustainable growth

Venture Lapland invests in the most promising growth companies in the North. We offer investors access to carefully selected targets that combine sustainable development with strong return potential.

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The North offers investment opportunities

+15

Venture Lapland’s long-term annual return target

+80

Growth in tourism in Lapland over the past 5 years

mrd €

Estimated value of business projects in Northern Finland

+19

Growth in overnight stays in Rovaniemi in 2024

+15

Venture Lapland’s long-term annual return target

+80

Growth in tourism in Lapland over the past 5 years

Mrd €

Estimated value of business projects in Northern Finland

+19

Growth in overnight stays in Rovaniemi in 2024

We bring together growth-oriented companies and value-based investors. Together, we create extraordinary success stories.

Add Lapland to your investment portfolio?

We are the link between investors and growth companies in the North. We identify and evaluate promising opportunities, screen them carefully and highlight sustainable business opportunities with strong return potential.

For the investor

Through us, your wealth will get a foothold in the most promising growth companies in Lapland.

News from the North and investment

Follow our experts’ insights, investment stories and developments in the region.

Why are investments in Lapland attractive now?

Lapland’s growth companies now offer real opportunities. We connect you to these opportunities – contact us.

Tourism is growing – all year round

International tourism is booming in Lapland and demand for services exceeds supply in many areas.

The North is growing in global importance

Climate change, raw materials and security are making the Arctic even more important.

Green transition brings new opportunities

Renewable energy, clean technologies and green investments will make Lapland a hub for climate-wise projects.

Local businesses need capital

Many operators with roots in Lapland are ready to grow, but the financial solutions are often too far away.

We help you join the Lapland growth story
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Lapland’s potential for growth business is now verifiable. Contact us. A discussion is the first step.

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We help you to be part of Lapland’s growth story – Contact us

Lapland’s potential for growth business is now verifiable. Contact us. A discussion is the first step.

Contact an expert

A team that knows the investment opportunities in Lapland

Our team’s expertise in investment and regional development ensures that we only identify and select carefully evaluated, high-potential investment opportunities.

Elias Joentakanen

Founding Partner

Investor, serial entrepreneur and strategist
Elias is a Rovaniemi-based investor and serial entrepreneur with an exceptionally early and deep relationship with the economy. He started investing when he was only 10 years old.

Eelis Paukku

Founding Partner

Doctor of Laws, Legal Expert and Strategic Consultant
Eelis is an exceptionally distinguished lawyer, researcher and consultant, whose diverse expertise extends to a deep understanding of the combined expertise of law, economics and technology.

Henry Hynynen

Founding Partner

Strategic Director and Tourism Developer
Henry is a leader specialising in the strategic development of tourism and services business with a strong background in international tourism in Lapland.

Petri Juotasniemi

Founding Partner

Real Estate Developer, Construction Specialist and Strategic Implementer
Petri is an experienced real estate development and construction professional who combines investor-oriented thinking with a deep understanding of the northern real estate market.

Niklas Säkkinen

Partner

Niklas is a finance professional and business developer with a strong passion for business growth, financial optimisation and strategic sparring.