What do we have to offer?
People that will help you be seen in the industry!
Expa lobbies for the game industry at the local, national and international levels, provides training, resources, B2B and B2C networking, recruitment and social events all in a central modern office complex in the heart of Jyväskylä.
Peliosuuskunta Expa is the operator of Digi & Game Center –
The multiple times Awarded Co-Development Ecosystem. Est 2020.
EXPA GAME BUSINESS CO-OPERATIVE
Our numbers so far
Active
Members
Organized
Information about the industry
Finnish Game Industry in numbers
over 100 million
over 1 million
(Billions)
The Official IGDA Finland Jyväskylä Hub
Expa: Proud hub for the International game developers association
The IGDA is a worldwide organization that advances the lives of game developers by connecting members through networking, promoting professional development, and advocacy.
Expa organizes the IGDA Jyväskylä monthly events which bring developers, investors, business people and students, together to network, discuss and promote new business.
JOIN EXPA AND GROW OUR COMMUNITY
Help us create a vibrant game industry scene in Jyväskylä, Central Finland!
Benefits of Helping Us
Perks of being an Expa/IGDA JKL volunteer?
- Expand Your personal network!
- Meet interesting people in the game industry (possibility to find internships, careers, etc)
- Possible discounts or even free tickets to industry events!
OUR COMMUNITY ON SLACK
Feel free to join the open Expa / DGC Slack community!
- The ideal place to find the right group of peers
- Info about funding, recruitment, events, networking, Digi & Game Center etc.
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In Expa, we focus on providing the best platforms to people so they have better chances of developing themselves, the game industry and, at the same time, allow our community in Central Finland to thrive.
TUOMAS ROININEN
Co-founder & Member of Expa’s Board of Directors
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I join Expa?
By visiting the membership page and filling out the required form.
Is there a yearly fee to be a member of Expa?
The joining fee is 25€. After being accepted as a member, there is a refundable 50€ share payment.
More info at: https://expa.fi/community-membership/#expa-members
Are Expa and the Digi & Game Center the same thing?
No they aren’t.
Peliosuuskunta Expa is an umbrella organisation, a business co-operative which has several business activities underneath, of which one is running the operations of the Digi & Game center.
What is the IGDA?
The International Game Developers Association is a worldwide non-profit organisation that advocates for, organises and provides materials for game developers via their designated national and regional hubs, of which Expa is the hub for the Jyväskylä region.
Are the meet-ups open for all?
Unless stated otherwise or if the event is private, in accordance with our openness policy Expa events are open to all. We wish to broaden our community so people who are interested in games are more than welcome!
What’s in it for me if I become an Expa member?
The Expa membership is for people who wish to support the continued development of the Games developer scene by the volunteers that run the co-operative. Happily, members also enjoy access to services and events that run throughout the year and discounts with our partners that continue to grow. As the coop grows so will the benefits.
How do I contact Expa for comments, complaints or further information?
You can contact us via our email ( in**@ex**.fi ), phone (+358445362213) or via chat groups in our Slack channel. Details can be found on our contacts Page. Or in person by visiting the Digi & Game Center.
How do I invoice Peliosuuskunta Expa?
Send your invoices to our e-Lasku address!
Y-tunnus: 2544462-8
Verkkolaskuosoite / OVT-tunnus: 003725444628
Operaatoritunnus: 003708599126
Or you can send a PDF invoice to: ex**@ap*.com
How can I be a partner of Expa?
Expa has sponsorship bands that suit your level of support. Each band offers different levels of exposure for the sponsor.
More details can be found at: https://www.digigamecenter.org/for-investors/