This article was written by Nihan Suleiman, Crazy Town’s marketing intern.
My name is Nihan Suleiman, and I’m a second-year Industrial Engineering and Management student. I have Bangladeshi roots, but I’ve lived in Helsinki, Finland, my whole life. I’m fluent in three languages: Finnish, English, and Bengali.
If you had told me when I started my studies that I’d be working as a Marketing Intern at Crazy Town, a fantastic, community-driven workspace, I wouldn’t have believed you! But here I am, and I’d love to share my journey.
Always seeking new challenges and opportunities to learn
I quickly fell in love with the environment when I started studying at LUT University during the fall of 2023. I made great friends, built connections, and was passionate about my studies. Yet, I always felt there was more I could do. That’s when the opportunity to work as an LUT Ambassador came up. Through that role, I’ve gained confidence in expressing myself and showcasing my skills through content creation.
Encouraged by this experience, I sought out more opportunities. I joined Lastu Ry, a hobby club association, where I now teach Finnish to fellow students in my Finnish Language Club. I then became part of Kapital Ry, the guild for IEM students, where I was selected as the Academic Affairs representative. This role allowed me to strengthen the connection between LUT University and its students.
Seeking a new challenge, I decided to step into the entrepreneurial scene by joining LahtiES. This was a completely different environment from my previous roles. When I applied to work in the corporate team, I thought, “Why not? I believe I have the skills, and I’ve never been in an entrepreneurial environment; this might be interesting!” Looking back, it was one of my best decisions. I met inspiring people and collaborated with many organizations, including Crazy Town.
First time visiting Crazy Town
The first time I visited Crazy Town, I was surprised by how much it reminded me of LahtiES. The energy was contagious – open-minded, outgoing, and passionate. I could see how much members genuinely enjoyed being part of the community. That’s when I met Sini Mäkelä, who impressively manages the entire Lahti unit. When she mentioned that she was looking for extra hands, I didn’t hesitate. I jumped at the opportunity and told her I was interested.
“I was impressed with Nihan’s courage to speak up the second I mentioned I might need help. Her spirit for learning new things was obvious – something we truly value at Crazy Town. It’s all about having the right attitude and always staying curious about new things and topics. I’m looking forward to sharing my know-how with Nihan, and our marketing team is excited to have the help and fresh perspective she adds to our crew,” Sini Mäkelä writes.
I chose Crazy Town not only because of its inspiring environment but also because of its rapid growth and strong network. I’m excited to gain hands-on experience, expand my professional connections, and contribute to meaningful projects. With both LahtiES and LUT University working hard to bridge students with entrepreneurial opportunities, I want to do my part by working with Crazy Town.
In the upcoming months, you’ll be reading blog articles written by Nihan and seeing her on our social media channels!
