EnergyWeek 2026: Gaining a Competitive Edge Through Diversity – Join the Seminar!

Picture: Vaasa EnergyWeek / Jukka Vähälummukka

Ostrobothnia Employment Services is co-organising a seminar at EnergyWeek 2026 that highlights the importance of diversity and international talent in today’s working life:

Building Competitive Advantage with DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
Thursday, 19 March 2026, 11:00–12:30, Vaasa City Hall (Art Hall)

The seminar offers employers and HR professionals concrete insights into how diversity and international competence can strengthen a company’s competitiveness, innovation capacity and growth. The aim is to increase understanding that diversity is not only a value, but also a strategic asset.

Why attend?

Diverse and international teams respond more quickly to change, innovate more effectively and create a stronger foundation for organizational growth. During the seminar, you will hear the latest research on how DEI contributes to organizational renewal and employer attractiveness, along with practical examples from companies that have already successfully applied these principles.

Experts and practical perspectives

The seminar brings together viewpoints from research, business and the public sector:

• Regina Ainla, Business Finland – the impact of cultural diversity on innovation capacity
• Aušrinė Šilenskytė, University of Vaasa – socially sustainable leadership and findings from the DEI4SME project
• Benjamin Slotte, Vaasan Korttelihuolto Oy – a practical company case on inclusive work practices
• Panel discussion with: KEHA Centre, University of Vaasa, VILPE and Finvacon – experiences of utilizing international talent and the role of diversity in everyday business operations

The seminar will be opened by Lukumanu Iddrisu, Municipal Councilor in Vaasa and Junior HR Business Partner at ABB.

Who is the seminar for?

This seminar is ideal for:

• employers and recruiters
• HR professionals
• business leaders and development managers
• anyone looking for practical tools to benefit from diversity in the workplace

Register now

EnergyWeek attracts thousands of energy-sector visitors from around the world every year. This seminar provides an excellent opportunity to network and gain new perspectives on talent needs and employer attractiveness. Participation is free of charge.

Register for the seminar through the EnergyWeek website.

The seminar is organized by VASEK, VAMK, Pohjanmaan työllisyyspalvelut ja Pohjanmaan kauppakamari.