Launchpad USA
Launchpad USA is the most effective U.S. market entry platform available to Finnish companies.
It’s offered exclusively to members of Amcham Finland.
On the Launchpad, Finnish companies receive a tailored market entry plan that is designed to:
Reduce Your Risk
Market Analysis
America is a big place.
Value Proposition Review
Identify 50 First Customers
Sales Process Improvement
American companies are known for sales skill. Modify your sales process for ultimate effectiveness in the early stages of your company.
U.S. Trip Preparation
Empowered by
Launchpad USA
Who leads Launchpad USA?
Meet Mike Klyszeiko
Mike Klyszeiko
+358 45 140 4911
This is Mike.
He’s the Director of Launchpad USA,
a father, startup investor, former investment banker and U.S. Navy Officer.
- Born and raised in California, USA
- Served as a U.S. Navy Officer
- Educated at the University of California, Berkeley
- Spent time in Silicon Valley for technology startup internships and in the water rowing for Varsity Crew practices
- Worked as an advisor at Morgan Stanley investment bank
- Has resided in Helsinki for 10+ years
- Former CEO of a Finnish startup, raising capital from private investors and launching products into international markets
- Current personal investment in over 30 startups
- Lives for his family
- Mike provides advisory services and cultivates key network connections for Finnish companies seeking to bring business into the U.S. market. His goal is to understand your company’s needs so you get the best guidance for the least amount of financial resources.
- Mike also drives passion for self-development and upward mobility through guest-speaking and startup mentoring.
- Mike approaches startup growth by looking to unique value propositions and specific target markets in the early stages.
- Many Finnish companies underestimate the size and competition of the United States, and Launchpad USA is designed to help you navigate successfully.
What Our Members Say
Jari-Matti Mehto
Business Development Director, USA & President and CEO of Premix, Inc., Premix Group
“When you are doing business in the U.S. market, it is valuable to have reliable resources to turn to for tangible information.
Since joining, we have been making the most of the unique access and insights Amcham Finland has on the transatlantic economy and practical advice for operating in the U.S.
It is always helpful to have experts just a phone call away.”
Jani-Mikael Kuusisto
Co-Founder & CEO, The Warming Surfaces Company
“The Warming Surfaces Company spun out of VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland to commercialize Halia warming surfaces technology.
We joined Amcham to build cross-Atlantic ties and business relations to accelerate market entry to North America.”
Join Our Events
AmChams Nordics Live with Michael J. Vaccaro: Navigating ITAR and U.S. Defence Trade Policy
Join Amcham Finland and our fellow Nordic AmChams for AmChams Nordics Live with Michael J. Vaccaro: Navigating ITAR and U.S. Defence Trade Policy on September 1 at 4:00–5:00 PM EEST for FI (3:00-4:00 PM CEST for DK, NO, SE). In this virtual session, you’ll hear directly from Michael J. Vaccaro, Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the […] ...
FDI Forum 2026
With Finland’s parliamentary elections approaching in 2027, the coming months represent a critical window for shaping the country’s economic future. Competition for international investment is fiercer than ever, and the choices policymakers make now will determine whether Finland gains or loses ground in the global race for capital. The investments Finland attracts now will help […] ...
Cross-Cultural Leadership Lessons from Finland and the U.S.
What does leadership look like when Finnish professionals work closely with American teams, and when American leaders work with Finnish colleagues? Join Amcham Finland and Aalto University School of Business on Wednesday, September 9 for a morning discussion exploring the leadership lessons that emerge when Finnish and American professionals work together. The conversation will dig into the cultural contrasts […] ...
Defence Industry Dialogue Crayfish Dinner
There is something about crayfish season that brings out the best conversations. Last year’s Defence Industry Dialogue Crayfish Dinner proved it, and enough of you asked for a second edition that we couldn’t say no. Join us on September 24 for an evening of seasonal crayfish, traditional songs, and unhurried dialogues that the defence, […] ...
Defence Industry Dialogue Breakfast Briefing with Permanent Secretary Janne Kuusela
Finland’s role in NATO and the security picture across Northern Europe are moving quickly. As priorities shift and the pressure on both government and industry grows, the space for honest, substantive conversation between the two becomes all the more valuable. Join Amcham Finland for breakfast on Tuesday, September 29, at the offices of Hannes Snellman, where Permanent Secretary […] ...
Is Finland Falling Behind in Life Sciences Investment? A Benchmarking Study Launch
Finland likes to call itself a serious player in life sciences. A new benchmark puts that to the test. Join Amcham Finland on the afternoon of September 30 for the launch of the Amcham Finland Life Sciences ...
Making it in America: From Startup to U.S. Acquisition
We are delighted to invite you to join Amcham Finland and our member Smartius, a Helsinki-based law firm, for Making it in America: From Startup to U.S. Acquisition, a morning panel on Thursday, October 1, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM at Epicenter Helsinki (Mikonkatu 9, Helsinki). What does it actually take to build a company for the American market and exit successfully […] ...
How do we become more resilient to hybrid threats?
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Amcham Finland’s Thanksgiving Charity Dinner
It is our great pleasure to invite you to Amcham Finland’s annual Thanksgiving Charity Dinner. The event brings together our members, partners, and friends of Amcham over great food, fine wine, and the warm spirit of goodwill. This year, we’re delighted to continue our cherished tradition of Thanksgiving. We are proud to support Aseman […] ...
Launchpad USA Success Story: Finnero
Tarja Keen | CEO, FinNero Oy Ltd
“We got the business open in the U.S., but it proved to be a daunting task because we didn’t know what to do first or what questions to ask. U.S. companies are big and had impossible demands. It was frustrating and we were worried we were going to lose a promising business opportunity.
I felt relieved after the first phone call with Mike Klyszeiko from Amcham Finland. Mike’s knowledge of the required actions was reassuring. Mike was clear, logical and effective. He explained the required actions, coached us and helped us to make it all happen. Remarkable expertise!
Thank you Mike and Amcham Finland!”