Gateway to US

Advice for companies interested in expanding operations in the US market

Is your company interested in expanding operations or potential cooperation in the US market? If yes, Gateway to US initiative could be the right fit for your operations. Gateway to US is a joint two-year program the City of Espoo has started with Team Finland, Confederation of Finnish Industries, and the six biggest cities in Finland. The objective is to leverage the opportunities in the defense market in the USA as a result of global geopolitical situation and Finland’s role as a trusted allied nation.

The project's contact person, Industrial Counselor Martti Wallin from Washington DC shares his top insights / tips below for leveraging success in the US market.

World class products / services and resources for market entry are the key.
Know your competition and have your concise / to the point elevator pitch ready as well as an assertive attitude.
Be present and patient. The US market is huge and you have to commit to be successful.
Network, network, network. The importance of the right connections is paramount.
Always have the customer and end user in mind.

Gateway to US targets companies operating, in particular in the following areas: Connectivity (5G/6G), Quantum, AI and Autonomy, Space, Cyber and Microelectronics.

With the City of Espoo and Team Finland, Enter Espoo offers companies help and advice in finding business opportunities in the US. Wallin will help interested Espoo-based companies to find opportunities and start negotiations with potential clients, cooperation partners, and investors.

Now is the time to join the program!
For further information, please get in touch!