Making Connections Count.

Hands-on support for founders (startups), investors (funds), and public or private organizations to create experiential content that accelerates growth through relationships
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Testimonials

Nice things others have said about me.

"Imagine having the superpower to not only reach anyone on the planet but also win them over almost instantly—Björn has that magical ability. His knack for making meaningful connections is unparalleled; he doesn't just get meetings, he makes them count, turning skeptics into friends and contacts into allies. Björn's background in marketing and content creation allows him to articulate ideas that are not only heard but felt, resonating deeply with diverse audiences. His one-on-one communication is personal and down-to-earth, yet his insights are profound, reflecting a rare blend of charisma and wisdom. If you're looking for someone who can truly bridge gaps and construct meaningful business relationships out of thin air, Björn is your man. His approachable demeanor and genuine interest in understanding others' needs drive his success in networking and beyond. He's not just a fantastic marketer; he's a connector in the truest sense"

Trygve Karper
Cofounder & CEO, Riff

"Having multiple experiences of leading a global conference, building relationships with investors and startup founders, expanding a community activity with international audience across the world, Björn contributed for initiating global startup conferences in Hokkaido as the only non-Japanese member. His cultural competence and the ability to connect with members without speaking Japanese language is extraordinary - and he builds trust with prompt actions, the clear outputs and communication. There's no one that I could think of when we launched an event connecting ties among Baltics, Nordics and Japan aside from Björn, and I believe he'll always build his career around the relationship that he made. Working with Björn had been one of my dreams since we first met in Japan, and I'm grateful to have an opportunity to work with him to start one of the leading global conferences in Japan."

Miho Tanaka
Founder and CEO, Startup Work Inc.

Services

From the US to Japan, I provide hands-on support for founders, investors, and organizations to land their first customers, source deals, build community, craft strategic plans, develop deep ecosystem knowledge, generate momentum, and build relationships that make connections count — turning strategy into success and connections into customers.

Events to build community & generate momentum

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Founder & personality-led content

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Customer acquisition to fuel growth & product feedback

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GTM globally with confidence, network, & partners 

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Emerging ecosystem access via investor & founder networks

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Practical & experiential executive delegations

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Reduce your risk, validate your strategy, and plan your next market move

Whether you’re growing your network, entering new markets, or simply want trusted guidance for making real connections while traveling—let’s connect.

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Featured Work

A selection of a few of my favorite projects and collaborations

On May 22nd, 2025, Aarhus became a playground for founders, investors, and startup-curious folk, ditching the one-size-fits-all event for a lot of smaller, curated hangouts. SMIL will return on May 28, 2026.

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Hokkaido Innovation Week is an international conference held in Hokkaido, Japan, focused on connecting entrepreneurs with potential supporters and fostering innovation within the region.

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During Startup Extreme in collaboration with OneCall and Ekstremsport Veko... Slow TV - BASE Jumping. I was hoping to sell the concept to NRK, but wasn't able to meet the right people.

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Collaborators & Network

Meet some of the talented and experienced friends I collaborate with to help ambitious goals become feasible.

Ikuo Hiraishi

Global Innovation Catalyst & Entrepreneurship Educator

A veteran entrepreneur and venture capitalist building bridges between Tokyo's startup ecosystem and the world. Currently leading GoGlobal Catalyst and pioneering entrepreneurship education as a Professor at Musashino University.

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Jimi Okelana

Creative Director & Innovation Consultant

A creative leader empowering local entrepreneurs through high-impact projects and human-centered service solutions in Tokyo's startup ecosystem.

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Miho Tanaka

New Business Development at NoMy Japan & Founder & CEO of Startup Work Inc.

Diversifying startup ecosystem with international startup founders by designing governmental initiatives to bridge governments, local communities & international founders.

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Paul Nylund

Design & Product Strategy Expert

A multicultural designer shaping transformative experiences through product, branding, and UX strategy. Working with global brands like LEGO and Volvo, Paul brings a unique perspective combining Scandinavian design principles with international innovation. His work has been featured at Apple WWDC and in major global media.

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My Working Process

Step-by-step how we would start working together.

Before any work begins, we establish whether there is a real problem worth solving — and whether we are the right partners to solve it together.

In practice:

* Clarify goals, constraints, and decision-makers

* Understand the ecosystem, market, and cultural context

* Identify where momentum is currently stuck

* Confirm working chemistry and expectations

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