International collaboration & innovation platform
Fenboa builds trusted partnerships between China, Finland, the Nordic region and global partners across science, education, innovation and culture.
About Fenboa
FENBOA is an independent umbrella platform headquartered in Finland, established to promote international collaboration and innovation between China, Finland, the Nordic region and global partners.
We integrate expertise from science and technology, education, innovation, culture and industry. Our role is to connect the right people, context and opportunity so that dialogue can become practical, long-term cooperation.
Co-Chair / CEO
FENBOA International Expert Committee
Water Bear Strategy Oy
Jani Vallirinne is an experienced technology executive and international innovation expert. He promotes cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital transformation and international technology collaboration, contributing industry experience and strategic leadership to the Committee.
Co-Chair / Founder & President
FENBOA International Expert Committee
Based in Finland, Zhifeng Yu has more than 15 years of experience in promoting international cooperation between China, Finland and the Nordic region. She has led initiatives in education, science & technology, innovation and cultural exchange with governments, universities, international organisations and industry partners.
International Expert Committee
FENBOA is bringing together an international advisory and collaboration body for practical cooperation across borders.
The committee connects independent experts from academia, research, industry, government and international organisations. Its members bring perspective, credibility and useful connections to the work of the platform.
What we do
We bring the right context, people and opportunity together across borders.
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Promoting innovation, research collaboration and emerging technologies across borders.
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Building partnerships among schools, universities and international education organisations.
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Connecting ecosystems, enterprises and pilot projects that can move from idea to implementation.
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Strengthening mutual understanding through cultural dialogue, events and people-to-people connections.
Flagship opportunities
A focused platform for organizations looking for the right context, partners and moment to move.
Finnish Education Pavilion at Beijing EECPE, connecting institutions with students, families and decision-makers.
China International ITS Expo 2026 — a route into China’s intelligent transportation ecosystem.
International Cultural Heritage Festival in Beijing — heritage with a public stage.
How Fenboa works
We start by understanding both sides, then turn the right connection into a practical next step.
Start a conversation
Whether you are exploring Finnish education solutions, cross-border collaboration or an innovation partnership, we would be glad to hear from you.
info@fenboa.com