Don't Just Motivate Your Audience. Move Them.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
I bring a real founder's story to your stage — with all its honesty, resilience and hard-won lessons. No theory, no motivational fluff: lessons earned from building Kaiko, navigating crisis, and leading a team through growth.
SIGNATURE TOPICS
Three Keynotes. One Honest Story.
Topic 01 — Values Are a Growth Strategy
Purpose-driven leadership isn't a cost — it's the foundation of profitable growth. Drawing on the story of building Kaiko, I show how a clear vision and real values drive commercial decisions, show up in the bottom line, and build a brand customers trust. Your audience will leave knowing how to embed purpose authentically — directing 7% of Kaiko's profits to the education of women and children in Nepal is one example — how to avoid "purpose-washing", and how to keep values and business in the same line.
Topic 02 — Leading Under Pressure: When Crisis Hits
Every business faces a crisis; how you handle it defines you. Drawing from navigating a public challenge that threatened to derail Kaiko, I offer a raw, honest look at what it takes to lead with integrity under pressure — staying transparent when not everything is in your control, and why a brand either breaks or grows stronger. This keynote is for any leader preparing for — or currently in — a storm.
Topic 03 — People Make or Break a Brand
A brand isn't built by marketing but by how you treat people. I share how building Kaiko's team and culture around the principle that kindness is a strategic advantage drives real performance. Your audience leaves with practical tools for psychological safety, leading with empathy, and building a culture that lasts through growth — including how the leader is part of that culture, too.
What people say
"You light up on stage. You radiate energy and passion, your eyes shine when you talk about Kaiko. You always lift your team into the spotlight. Your values show in everything you do."
-Hannu Salminen, Vibae
"You were truly radiant and inspiring on stage. You spoke about difficult things too, but with the attitude that we learn from them and make everything better. I loved it."
-Janina Weckström, Hawen
SPEAKING DETAILS
A pre-event briefing call to align on your goals and audience. A fully customised keynote — never a generic talk. Availability for Q&A and audience interaction. Professional speaker bio and high-resolution photos provided on request. Available for both Finnish and international events.
Keynote fee on request · Travel & accommodation billed separately.
What to Expect When You Book Mirjam
I'm currently booking engagements for 2026 and 2027. To inquire about availability and fees, please reach out below.