Vesa Tuomela

Vesa Tuomela is a Lecturer in Business Administration at Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK), focusing on innovative pedagogical approaches and entrepreneurship education. He actively contributes to the Entrepreneurial University of Applied Sciences initiative, designing experiential learning programs like the Amazing Business Train and Startup Business School. His work emphasizes collaborative digital platforms (e.g., Miro, Jamboard) to enhance learning experiences and foster student innovation.

Research interests center on ‘bettermaker philosophy’—constantly improving learning practices through new tools, methods, and partnerships. Notable projects include a high school workshop where 400 students explored higher education and AI-driven business solutions. His pedagogy integrates authentic learning environments and teacher facilitation to create meaningful educational experiences.

Publications highlight co-creation pedagogy, design thinking applications, and rapid product development through university-industry collaboration. He emphasizes hands-on, iterative methods to bridge theory and practice, particularly in entrepreneurship and business strategy.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, though his work reflects impactful contributions to applied educational innovation. He mentors across disciplines at HAMK and collaborates with external partners to advance experiential learning models.