Vene-Hietsu 50 years: from a repair shop founded by my father to the largest boathouse in the province
KEHY has supported the Imatra-based family business along the way, both in hall expansions and in the latest development projects.
Try and succeed with the support of KEHY
Engineer in the morning, fabric merchant in the afternoon – Anu Hyrkäs continues the tradition of a handicraft shop in Imatra
KEHY supported the new entrepreneur from the very beginning. Parsiljan opened its doors in Vuoksenniska in February 2026.
Three companies, but one philosophy – Sanna Kinni has built her entrepreneurship by experimenting
The masseuse, personal trainer, and cleaning boss operates as an entrepreneur on her own terms.
From forest walks to world conquest – Anne Repo from Rautjärvi developed an app that can help thousands of people's everyday lives
KEHY is involved in developing a growth company.
Custom-made metal from Parikkala to Uruguay
Karjalan Konepaja has been successful for over three decades. CEO Simo Salminen is looking for a successor to his company.
50-year-old Parikkalan Pika-Pulla boldly utilizes technology
Bakery tackles bread shortage with new production control system.
Smoke sauna, Simo Häyhä and the peace of nature – entrepreneurs from Rautjärvi want to offer the best to tourists
The Imatra region is seeking new tourists, especially from Central Europe.
Recycling expertise and maintenance services already in the third generation
KEHY supports the growth of Ukonhauta.
Mother of five and entrepreneur Noora Jylhä: a personal trainer should be there when needed
KEHY's support helped me transition to becoming a full-time entrepreneur.
Elf logic and KEHY's encouragement – CreativeKaikk's recipe for success still works after 25 years
Virve and Jari Niiranen are gnomes for work, but that doesn't make them bad entrepreneurs.
The ToimenTupa grew from the storage room of the Takkutupa
Minna Nousiainen's clothing boutique serves with a big heart.
From home projects to national projects – KEHY's support helped RD Infra from Simpele rise
The construction company, known for its work on the restoration of the Hiitolanjoki River, received a new boost from the eastern border fence construction site.
With the support of KEHY, Miia Haakana's home care business has grown into a success story.
When home care is a matter of the heart – even a calling profession can become a growing business.
Towards something new with the help of a growth voucher
A story about business arrangements and an entrepreneur's future plans.
When we can't find a suitable machine on the market, we make it ourselves
Suomen Laserpuftitus started from Kimmo Suutari's idea to develop better devices for cleaning different surfaces.
Kotileipomo Harmanen celebrates its 25th anniversary this year
The business is passed from mother to son. The future looks bright, and the young entrepreneur is ready to take on new challenges and opportunities.
Café Lounaskulma
Cafe Lounaskulma entrepreneur Mirja Vaittinen makes about 35 pies a year by hand.
Animal clinic Loime
Tero Skyttä and Sini Siitonen contacted KEHY when Sini, who works as a veterinarian in Loime, received a proposal from the owner to continue operating the Animal Clinic.
VP Toiviainen
Veli-Pekka Toiviainen has a long career as an entrepreneur behind him. The most important thing is to keep the promises you make, he says.
Taittotalo Sivupainajainen
Self-employed Kirsi Pääskyvuori employs subcontractors from different parts of Finland in addition to herself.
Car repair shop Sten
After a successful change of ownership, the workshop is piloted by entrepreneur Heini Sten.
Elektroway Group
Elektroway's operations have grown over the years, and growth has also been achieved through acquisitions.
B&B Hiitolanjoki
The nearby nature plays a very important role in the company's business.
Flower and funeral service Lumo
Flower and funeral service Lumo was awarded the 2022 Rautjärvi company award this spring.
Bio Vuoksi
Bio Vuoksi, located in Vuoksenniska in Imatra, is a handsome stone building. Sanna Ilonen has been working as a cinema entrepreneur for almost 20 years.
Your double
Mikko Airas and Joakim Mansner founded Tuplakasi Oy in 2011. Now the duo already run three companies.
Itula
Itula is a company that manufactures and markets heating and cooling systems in the Puntala industrial area of Ruokolahti.
Vuoks fishing park
The fate of the Kainulai family and the Vuoksi fishing park have been parallel for 30 years. Everything has started from the dream of entrepreneur Toni Kainulainen's father, Taisto Kainulainen.
Hair service Atlantis
Hiuspalvelu Atlantis' business space is buzzing with joy when the shop's barbers and hairdressers chat with customers in addition to work. Entrepreneur Päivi Frosti stops in the midst of all the rush for a moment to think about Imatra from an entrepreneur's point of view.
Tow trucks Purhonen
According to Jari, Imatra is not a bad place to try. Tow trucks Purhonen has built up a good network over the decades, so if needed, you can get help from local repair shops even on weekends and evenings.
Salmon
Located on the shore of a small pond, Lohela is a familiar and pleasant stopping place for many traveling along Route 6.