Mari Peltomäki, Connectivity Expert, Art Palace International Oy, Finland
Speaker Biograghy:
Mari is a Connectivity Expert with a focus on regional connectivity development. She has 15 years' experience running Helsinki Airport City Aviapolis as project manager. She is a popular speaker at global events like Airport Cities World Conference and Smart Airports.
Day 2 - 15 March
Session:
Airport Cities, Transport Connections & Tourism
15:45 - 16:15
- Connectivity at the core of airport cities development
Synopsis: The connectivity of a region has become more and more vital in the growing regional competition of routes, companies, investments and passengers – not forgetting the residents. We take a closer look at how the Helsinki region has been able to build on the connectivity element provided by Helsinki Airport and its route network. We will present results from different stakeholders: regions, cities, companies, real estate sector and travel industry. Connectivity is a common platform for success in the future.
Audience will learn:
- Concept of connectivity in Helsinki context
- Development of regional connectivity
- Concrete results of connectivity by industry sector
- Challenges and possibilities
- Lessons learned and guidelines for the future