The power of leapfrogging

What happens when an Indian immigrant in Finland leaves behind the cosy confines of a stable job to test the waters of entrepreneurship?

The article discusses the journey of Indian immigrant entrepreneur Shakir Abdulkhader, who left his job at Barona IT to start Kairali Foods, a food and grocery business in Finland. The business, which imports spices and pulses from India, has grown to serve a diverse customer base and supports the local Indian, Nepalese, and Thai restaurants. The article also touches on the broader trend of Indian immigrants in Finland turning to entrepreneurship, citing the country's favorable business environment and the growing immigrant population as catalysts. Challenges such as language barriers are acknowledged, but entrepreneurs are finding ways to overcome them. Another Indian, Apramey Dube, is mentioned as aspiring to start a marketing and branding consultancy in Helsinki. The article suggests a positive outlook for Indian entrepreneurs in Finland.

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Women Entrepreneurs Breaking Gender Stereotypes in the Gaming Industry

Mariina Hallikainen, CEO of Colossal Order, shares her journey from joining a boys' crafts class to leading a game development studio known for the mass transit simulation game Cities in Motion and its upcoming release, Cities: Skylines. Hallikainen emphasizes the importance of consumer engagement and her ability to work with a tight budget. Elina Arponen, founder of Tribe Studios, discusses her venture into creating multiplayer learning and entertainment simulation games with social storylines, such as Dramagame. Both entrepreneurs highlight the challenges they faced and the importance of breaking gender stereotypes to bring diverse talent into various fields.