Lauri AhoCo-Founder and CEO, Startide
Lauri is a tech enthusiast and a programmer, hell-bent on shattering the limits on what can be done with AI. He is fascinated by the potential AI tools have, and how they will change the way we work in the future. His currently favourite AI tool is not yet available, but is in development.
Taika JalohaikaraCo-Founder and CCO, Startide
Taika is Finland's first Smart Artist, a pioneer in the creative field and a Master of Visual storytelling. Taika has studied the use and application of generative AI models in the creative design process independently from the very beginning. They are a self-made AI professional who makes magic happen every day!
Ville KähäräCo-Founder and CTO, Startide
Ville is a tech-savvy person who likes to dabble in AI space and utilizes innovative technologies at work. His favourite AI tool currently is the ComfyUI which is a node-based alternative to Automatic 1111’s stable diffusion. Ville looks forward to the evolution of AI tools used across the industry. Bonus fact, Ville loves coffee.
Moderator Joey BayerHead of Community, Epicenter Helsinki
Joey Bayer has been responsible for creating conversations that matter for more than 16 years.
From creating the space, to connecting key players, to driving / setting the agenda, Joey brings together individuals for moments that both transform and inspire.
Over the course of his career, Joey has hosted the world's most fascinating and influential people - from world leaders, like Bill Clinton, to iconic legends like Liza Minelli, to the CEOs of today's Fortune 500 companies.
Joey's intuitive ability to connect with others, his passion for people and dialogue, and ability to get directly to the heart of the discussion have earned him a reputation of trust and respect with leaders around the world, and made him a central figure in today's most important conversations.
