Panu Paljakka

Panu Paljakka has established himself as a prominent figure in Helsinki's startup scene. An accomplished mathematics, engineering, and physics student at Aalto University, he has spent the past three years involved with various organizations within the ecosystem. Paljakka currently holds a position as the Chief Operations Officer at Matchmade, where he aids YouTube creators in seeking sponsorship opportunities. Before this, he served as a Talent Manager at Shark Punch, as well as holding the position of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Startup Sauna. Earlier in his career, Paljakka actively contributed to the Aalto Entrepreneurship Society as the Summer of Startups Coordinator and Vice President. Notably, Paljakka's professional background also includes working as a Marketing Agent at Micromedia Oy and a Problem Solver at Falck. As a multidisciplinary learner, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to any project he undertakes.