Vend at Javazone 2025: Our first big step into Norway’s tech scene

With FINN.no being such a household name in Norway, we were curious (and a little anxious) about how people would react to Vend, our new identity, our story, and our vision. Would the community get it? Would they care?

The answer became clear within the first hour: yes, and then some.

The booth buzz

Our booth quickly turned into a hive of activity. We met hundreds of people over the two days, developers, designers, product folks, curious students, and industry veterans. Conversations flowed about who Vend is, how we’re connected to FINN, and what the last four months of our journey have looked like since launching the brand.

The energy was contagious. By mid-morning on day one, it already felt like Vend had found a place in the Javazone community.

The FINN Guesser Game

One of the biggest hits? Our FINN Guesser Game. More than 1,000 games were played, with people stopping by to test their knowledge, laugh at their guesses, and, most importantly, have some fun. It wasn’t just a game; it was an icebreaker that helped us start some of our best conversations.

A small sign, a big impact

It might sound simple, but seeing our Vend tote bags all over the venue gave us a huge boost. Everywhere we turned, someone was carrying one; it felt like a moving wave of support and excitement for the brand.

Taking the stage

We also had some shining moments on stage. Our speakers shared stories about FINN’s expansion into Denmark and Finland, and gave the community a closer look at Pristips, our real estate tool that’s helping people better understand home valuations. The sessions were packed, and the discussions that followed showed us that people are genuinely curious about where we’re heading next.

The people behind it all

Of course, none of this happened by magic. Huge shout-out to:

• The amazing booth crew who kept the energy high and the conversations flowing.

• Our branding team, who absolutely nailed the designs and made us stand out.

• Our speakers, who brought their knowledge and stories to the wider tech community. 

Looking ahead

Javazone 2025 was more than just an event for us; it was a milestone. It was proof that Vend belongs on this stage, and that we have something meaningful to share with the tech world.

We’re walking away proud, energised, and already excited for next year. Because if this was the first step, we can’t wait to see where the journey takes us next.