Slush is the world's leading startup and tech event, held annually in Helsinki and attracting thousands of startups, investors, and media from across the globe. Beyond the event, Slush has become a catalyst for Finland's startup ecosystem and a global brand for Nordic innovation.
Slush connects founders with investors through curated matchmaking, side events, and a year-round community. The event has been instrumental in putting Helsinki on the global startup map and attracting international capital to the Nordic ecosystem.
Run as a non-profit by students and volunteers, Slush embodies the collaborative, community-driven spirit of Finnish entrepreneurship — bringing together the global startup community in one of the world's most liveable cities.
Helsinki, Finland
"The world's leading startup event — connecting founders with investors, putting Helsinki on the global innovation map since 2008."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with Slush's investment focus. Precondition: You must be an Apex Participant to submit. Registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. This project is part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex Ecosystem with Golden Ads
"Who I Am · What I Want"
Complimentary for Apex Participants. Become an Apex Participant at myapex.me — registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. Part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex is a living ecosystem — one of its kind. A decentralized, member-owned global business platform across 80+ countries where preferred venture partners such as Slush can explore early-stage innovation quietly and selectively, while founders showcase on their MySite and gain clarity on what long-term investors truly seek. No middleman. By members, for members.