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The Next Chapter

Marianne’s 30th Birthday & Breakthrough Book Launch 

Join us for an unforgettable evening

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As we celebrate Marianne’s 30th birthday and the launch of her book, Breakthrough, a milestone moment marking the beginning of her next chapter.

This is more than a party. It’s an evening crafted with intention: elegant, inspiring, and filled with the people who have shaped Marianne’s journey.

You are invited because you are a special soul in Marianne’s life, someone whose friendship, support, collaboration, or presence has contributed to her growth, her success, and the woman she has become.

We’ll celebrate in a space that captures her vision — elevated, luminous, full of connection and style — the perfect backdrop for honouring a woman entering her next chapter with power and grace.

Come share in the joy, the stories, the gratitude, and the celebration of what’s been and what is now beginning….

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Event Details

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Date: 26th April 2026
Time: Doors open from 17:00, official start at 18:00 - 11.00pm

Venue
Valkoinen Sali, Aleksanterinkatu 16-18, 00170 Helsinki, Finland

RSVP: Please let us know if you can make it by 31 January 2026

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Dress Code

A crowded indoor party scene with people dancing and socializing, mostly women, in black and white.

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Channel editorial, literary glam:

Black and white outfits

Polished, elevated, evening wear

Think: timeless, chic, and camera-ready

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What to Expect

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Mingle with Marianne’s inner circle — founders, families, team, creators, and friends who’ve walked alongside her journey. Enjoy drinks and delicious food throughout the evening.

Connect & Delicious Food

A special live performance to honour this “next chapter” moment.

Special Performance

Raise a glass, cut the cake, and toast to Marianne, Breakthrough, and the future to come.

Cake & Celebration

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 FAQs

  • Black and White. Think elevated, chic, and celebration-ready. This night is part literary launch, part birthday soirée — come dressed in something that makes you feel confident, polished, and powerful.

  • Yes — there will be light snacks and appetizers throughout the evening, plus one complimentary drink on arrival. Additional drinks can be purchased at the bar. And of course, we’ll be celebrating with cake!

  • Yes — the venue allows children, and they are welcome to join us. Marianne’s own children will be there too, so you’re in good company. We simply ask that little ones are supervised throughout the evening, as the event includes moments of speaking, celebration, and mingling.

  • Please let us know if you can make it by 28 February 2026.

  • Doors open at 5pm The formal program will begin at 6pm, so we recommend arriving a little earlier to settle in and mingle.

  • Yes. Signed copies of Breakthrough will be available on the night.

  • Yes — [insert details]. We recommend arriving early if you’re driving, as spaces may be limited.

  • Yes. This is a milestone celebration, and we’ll have photographers capturing the evening. If you prefer not to be photographed, let a team member know when you arrive.

  • A digital confirmation is perfect. We’ll have your name on the guest list.

  • Simply email us at kia@smartmentoring.com and we can update your RSVP.

About Smart Mentoring & Marianne

Marianne Lehikoinen is the founder of Smart Mentoring, a leading sales and marketing consultancy that helps coaches, consultants, and service-based founders scale their businesses with clarity and confidence.

Through her programs, content, and now her book, Marianne has supported thousands of founders to clarify and strengthen their offers, grow their revenue with intention, and build businesses that genuinely support the life they want.

Smart Mentoring was born from Marianne’s own journey, navigating the pressure of doing it all, discovering that growth doesn’t require “more,” but a better way, and creating a path for women to scale with confidence, clarity, and ease.

This event is a celebration of her 30-year journey, the launch of Breakthrough, and the community that has walked alongside her and made it all possible.

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About the Book

Breakthrough: From Solo Hustle to Scalable Success

Is a roadmap for women who have built something great on their own and are ready to evolve into true CEOs. Through her own story and her clients’ journeys, Marianne shows how to scale a business without burnout — by shifting from doing it all to leading with systems, vision, and self-trust. It’s a blend of mindset, structure, and soul for the next generation of female founders.

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This is an intimate, invitation-only event with limited space, and children are welcome.
Please confirm your attendance below:

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