HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Oct. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Finest Future, a trailblazing Finnish–Vietnamese education company, has received international acclaim once again, having been awarded the Fast Enterprise Award at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025.
This is the second year in a row that Finest Future has been recognised at APEA, reaffirming its status as one of Asia’s most dynamic and rapidly fast-growing enterprises in the Education sector.
A Milestone in Educational Innovation and Global Expansion
Established in 2020, Finest Future aims to reshape global education by linking students from across the globe with excellent Finnish high schools and vocational programmes. Within four years, the company has achieved remarkable growth — expanding from its first cohort of 15 students in 2021 to more than 1,000 students across Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Myanmar. This expansion is supported by a strong network of nearly 100 partner high schools and vocational schools throughout Finland.
In 2024, Finest Future introduced its AI-powered AINO Platform, an integrated digital ecosystem designed to guide and support students in language acquisition, application procedures, and personal development. The company continues to expand its regional footprint, with upcoming launches in Malaysia, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan Region, and Philippines, underscoring its commitment to fostering a more accessible and borderless educational landscape.
Mr. Tuomas Aleksi Tiilikainen, CEO of Finest Future, receiving the Fast Enterprise Award at APEA 2025
CEO Tuomas Aleksi Tiilikainen: “Education is the bridge to a better future.”
Accepting the award at the APEA 2025 Gala Dinner at GEM Center, Ho Chi Minh City, Mr. Tuomas Aleksi Tiilikainen, CEO of Finest Future, shared:
“This recognition is a testament to the belief that meaningful innovation can start anywhere. Our journey has always been about connecting people, cultures, and opportunities through education.
For our industry peers, it demonstrates that education innovation can grow quickly and sustainably, even from emerging markets like Vietnam. And for our community of parents and students, this award reinforces that they can place their trust in Finest Future as a reliable partner.
At Finest Future, we believe education should be rooted in happiness, equality, and opportunity. This award motivates us to continue building bridges between Finland and Asia, so that every student — regardless of background — can dream bigger and achieve more.”
Empowering the Next Generation of Global Citizens
Finest Future’s philosophy, Education for Happiness, lies at the heart of its operations. Beyond academic success, the company is dedicated to empowering students with life skills, intercultural understanding, and real career pathways after graduation.
Through key initiatives such as the Finnish Education Expo 2025, which facilitates direct engagement between Finnish principals and parents and students across Asia; the Finnish Champion competition, designed to encourage young talents to embrace language learning and cultural exchange; and the Finest Future Excellence High School Scholarship, the company continues to cultivate the next generation of global citizens.
A contestant presents during the Finnish Champion 2025 competition
By collaborating closely with Finnish educational institutions and government partners, Finest Future provides students with access to one of the world’s most respected education systems, one that prioritises well-being, equity, and lifelong learning. The company’s programmes empower Asian students to undertake their studies whilst building esteemed, lasting livelihoods and careers in Finland and further afield.
About Finest Future
Finest Future is a Finnish–Vietnamese education company founded in 2020, dedicated to building a global learning ecosystem that connects students to Finland’s world-class education. Through Finnish high school and vocational programmes, AI-driven learning solutions, and cultural exchange initiatives, Finest Future empowers thousands of students across Asia to study, live, and thrive in Finland.
Website: www.finestfuture.education
