The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China warmly invites you to an exclusive event in collaboration with the i10 Network!
Ready to see how innovation and leadership are transforming industries?
As part of China's 14th Five-Year Plan, the country is embracing a bold transition toward a circular economy and sustainable practices. Finland, a global leader in sustainability and circular economy, has strengthened its partnership with China in during the resent years to drive this transformation together.
At this event, five top executives from leading Finnish companies will engage in a dynamic discussion, showcasing how Finnish innovation is
reshaping industries like machinery, aggregate, mining, textiles, packaging, and paper in China's fast-evolving market.
Join us to gain exclusive insights into how these companies are navigating China's growing demand for sustainability while contributing to a greener, more sustainable future. Don't miss the chance to learn from the leaders who are paving the way for global change and inspiring the next wave of innovation!
What is i10 Innovation Festival?
i10 is a collaboration between chambers of commerce and government institutions in China representing the ten most innovative economies in the world as identified by UN's Global Innovation Index Ranking 2024 Switzerland, Sweden, USA, Singapore, United Kingdom, Republic of Korea, Finland, Netherlands, Germany and Denmark.
We share a belief that the innovation mindset is positive and can connect people from different walks of life in joint, progressive efforts and help galvanize international understanding and cooperation.
·A shared focus on innovation helps our institutions and businesses to connect with likeminded, from consumers and students to lawmakers and thought leaders. The shared focus on innovation can help us connect with young talent and innovative thinkers in China to better understand their thinking and needs.
Shedding light on the innovation agenda support our businesses and help them build reputation and network and to strengthen the awareness and perception individual nation brands in China.
Date
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time
16:00-19:00 BeijingTime
Venue
PAC Shopping Center
3F Konnect, Park Avenue, Central, 688 Changde Rd
Style
Panel Discussion
Language
English
Moderator
Business Finland / Consulate General of Finland in Shanghai
Mika Klemettinen
Trade and Innovation Consul, Head of Innovation China
Panelists
VALMET
Viivi Villa-Nuottajärvi
Vice President, R&D, Operational Development
LINDSTÖM
Dennis Chan
Managing Director
UPM
Song Haihai
General Manager
METSO
Lily Wu
Vice President of Human Resource
HUHTAMÄKI
Danny Zhu
Head of Innovation, FFS AO
Price
Member: Complimentary
Non-member: 150 RMB
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend this event for which you have registered, please cancel your registration no later than three (3) business days prior to the event. If you fail to notify us of your cancellation in a timely fashion , you will be charged for the event costs.
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Speakers
Mika Klemettinen
Head of Business Finland Shanghai Office, Trade and Innovation Consul at Consulate General of Finland in Shanghai
More Information
Dennis Chan
Managing Director of LINDSTÖM
Dennis is a seasoned executive with over 33 years of experience in sales, marketing, business development, and general management across the Chemical, Healthcare, and Service industries. He has led teams at companies such as Steris Healthcare, Synergy Health, Linde Gases, and BOC Gases, and currently serves as Managing Director China at Lindström Group.
With a strong track record in market development, product launches, pricing strategies, and M&A, Dennis brings valuable insights to help businesses grow. Passionate about knowledge sharing and collaboration, he looks forward to supporting fellow members through best practices, market insights, and networking that drive both individual and collective success.
Mika
Klemettinen
Head of Business Finland Shanghai Office, Trade and Innovation Consul at Consulate General of Finland in Shanghai
Haihai Song
General Manager at UPM
Haihai Song is the Senior Vice President of the APAC Fine Papers SBU at UPM Specialty Papers, where he leads a division offering sustainably produced office paper brands and a wide range of graphic papers. Prior to this role, Haihai spent six years overseeing Business Control for UPM Specialty Papers, driving financial planning and supporting the division’s growth strategy.
Under his leadership, the business has made several strategic investments to expand mill capacity and strengthen its global industry position. Haihai also plays a key role in engaging with local stakeholders and building networks that support UPM’s operations and long-term success in China.
Viivi
Villa-Nuottajarvi
Vice President, R&D, Operational Development at Valmet
Lily Wu
Vice President of Human Resource at Metso (Tianjin) Investment Co., Ltd
Danny Zhu
Head of Innovation, FFS AO at HUHTAMÄKI
Dr. Danny Zhu holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Science from the United States and began his career in the oil and gas industry, where he worked for three years before returning to China. Since then, he has held key roles in several international companies, bringing extensive experience in innovation and R&D.
Most recently, Dr. Zhu led the global packaging R&D network at SIG, a leading beverage carton packaging company. He now serves as Head of Innovation for APAC at Huhtamaki, where he drives forward-thinking and sustainable packaging solutions across the region.
Sponsors and Partners
Corporate Gold Partners
A special thanks to our Corporate Gold Partners for supporting the Swedish business community in China.
Corporate Silver Partners
A special thanks to our Corporate Silver Partners for supporting the Swedish business community in China.
PSU (China) Consulting Co., Ltd.
PSU was established 2006 and is one of the leading Security Consultancies in China that has the experience, insight and resources to help companies and organisations to deal with security related issues such as business intelligence, security audits, investigations and crisis management connected to corporate, brands and individuals.
http://www.psuchina.com.cn/
Event Partners
Danish Chamber of Commerce in China
DCCC is a non-profit organization consisting of shoestring businesses to MNCs, individual and student members. Its aim is to provide networking and knowledge sharing opportunities for Danes and other nationalities relevant to Denmark and China.
http://dccc.com.cn/
SingCham Shanghai
Officially launched in November 2018, SingCham Shanghai is the Shanghai chapter of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (SingCham). As a non-profit, membership-based organisation, SingCham Shanghai champions the commercial interests of the Singaporean business community in Shanghai and supports its members' growth by providing Sino-Singapore networks, advocacy and business services. The organisation has its roots in the Shanghai Singapore Business Association (SSBA), with more than 20 years' history of serving Singaporeans in Shanghai.
https://singcham-shanghai.org/
