How to Hack Slush

How to Hack Slush is an online session based in Helsinki on 29 October 2026, starting at 13:00. Sisu Factory runs the webinar for startups and SMEs preparing for Slush week. It is held in English and entry is free, with sign-up through a registration page. The session covers how to prepare for Slush before the event begins, how to identify and connect with the right investors, partners and customers, how to use networking and meeting platforms effectively, and how to turn new connections into follow-up opportunities. Speakers include former Slush team members Maxine Buchert and Natalie Lingwood, and Tuomas Pahlman, an investor and serial founder. The agenda opens at 13:00 with words from Jochen Faugel and Lauri Määttänen of Sisu Factory. At 13:20 Maxine Buchert of Meridian Agency introduces Slush. At 13:40 Natalie Lingwood of Inven speaks on making a Slush visit proactive and successful. At 14:00 Tuomas Pahlman of Hopohopo.io and Blue Future Partners covers fundraising at Slush. A Q & A session follows at 14:30. The event is open to companies from all over the world, first-time Slush attendees and experienced event visitors.