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State of the Nordic Innovation Ecosystem

Barriers, Opportunities and an Action-Oriented Framework
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This report sets out the state of the Nordic innovation ecosystem across six countries, the barriers that hold the region back, and a practical plan to act on them. It is written to be read by anyone, from policymakers, founders, eco-system players, investors and the wider public.

NB! 09.11.2026 — We are updating this report to include all the Baltic countries.

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Joonas Leppänen - Senior Innovation Advisor

Joonas Leppänen

Senior Innovation Adviser
+47 476 83 623
joonas.leppanen@nordicinnovation.org
Joonas has a background in innovation, especially from the intersection of democracy and technology. He has a unique background, combining work from innovation, with a background from politics and a PhD in political sciences. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and commitment to practical solutions Joonas believes that the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies, such as AI, and democracy isn't just possible—it's essential for overcoming the complex societal problems that we face and building a better tomorrow for everyone.