Nexus Ponticus
We connect people, companies and expertise across the two regions to explore practical cooperation in maritime innovation, entrepreneurship and civilian resilience.
An independent, nonpartisan initiative in development
Emerging areas of cooperation
We begin with shared needs and complementary experience. These areas guide the conversations we are developing.
Water quality, marine data, coastal protection and cleaner shipping are possible starting points for shared work. We aim to identify relevant specialists and prepare focused exchanges or early pilot discussions.
Companies may need market knowledge, industry contacts, startup experience or access to relevant investor networks. We explore where interests fit and prepare introductions around a clear business need.
Port digitalisation, continuity of essential services and preparedness offer scope for reciprocal learning. We aim to connect operators, researchers and other specialists for discussions with a defined purpose.
A promising connection needs preparation. We clarify the need, look for a credible counterpart and help agree a manageable next step.
Our role is to build connections and prepare cooperation. Technical design and delivery belong with the relevant specialists.
A perspective from our founders
How could cooperation between the Baltic and Black Sea regions help keep ports, energy networks and essential services functioning during disruption? Our joint contribution to Centrum Balticum explores preparedness and what the regions can learn from each other.
Gela Andrew Suli & Jaakko Henrik Laakso · October 2026
A decade of practical Finland–Georgia cooperation provides the starting point for a wider connection between the two regions.
Co-founder
Gela Andrew Suli is a Georgian-American entrepreneur whose work spans technology, media, startups, investment and international business. A founder of the Georgian Angel Investor Club, he brings experience connecting companies with expertise and investor networks. His long-standing cooperation with Finland helped shape Nexus Ponticus, which he initiated and now leads in development.
Co-founder
Jaakko Henrik Laakso is based in Turku, Finland, and is co-owner of Ämpärikauppa.fi and chair of the Finland–Georgia Business Association. His background combines international business, e-Business and a decade of practical Finland–Georgia cooperation. At Nexus Ponticus, he develops Finnish and Nordic relationships and helps turn shared interests into focused discussions and useful next steps.
Tell us the outcome you want, the countries involved, the expertise you need and your timeframe. A short outline is enough to start a conversation.