Maximilian LeRoux is an economist & entrepreneur. Max is half German, half Finnish. Max is the Co-Founder and CEO of a start-up company based at Technopolis in Otaniemi, Espoo. With a strong focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, he leads efforts at the intersection of technology and sustainability, driving impactful solutions that create value both locally and globally. Max grew up in Germany and spent all his childhood summers in Finland. After university he moved to Finland in 2004. Max has a rich international background, is fluent in five languages and has extensive political and entrepreneurial experience, including serving on the Frankfurt City Council, running for the German Parliament and founding and growing hi-tech start-ups. Max is passionate about global thinking and local action.
Max practices open-water swimming in the winter.
Max is a big Eintracht Frankfurt fan.
A Global Vision for Finland
Championing international talent, entrepreneurship, and innovation to make Finland a highly competitive and a place where opportunities are created.
A Voice for the Ambitious
Supporting academics, entrepreneurs, and all people who dream big, work hard, and believe in the power of progress.
A Fresh Perspective with Optimism and Energy
Bringing positive change and an adventurous spirit to politics, inspiring hope and action in a rapidly evolving world.
A sustainable economy
Building a sustainable economy in Espoo involves promoting environmentally responsible, socially inclusive and economically resilient economic growth. Promoting growth, creating jobs, increase exports and building a sustainable economy in Espoo and Finland:
Innovation & Development
Smart City Espoo
Implementing smart city projects to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste and improve the quality of life for residents.
Freedom & Security
Personal freedom and security are important values that contribute to a happy life. Keeping Espoo clean, safe and free enables all people to enjoy their lives here.
Developing a green industry
Supporting the development and deployment of renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and bioenergy.
Encouraging local businesses and households to adopt renewable energy through subsidies and incentives.
Environmental sustainability
Developing a plan to prevent and reduce blue-green algae on Espoo’s beaches. Supporting initiatives, research and development that will help reduce over-fertilisation of agriculture while ensuring that agricultural yields and sustainability are maintained.
Maximilian LeRoux has decided to return to politics after a 24-year break. At a time when the world is voting more and more to the extremes - both left and right - or not at all, moderates seem preoccupied with so-called first world problems. Leaving politics to others. In Germany there is a saying: "Nothing good will happen - unless you do it yourself!". Strengthening the centre of society means strengthening freedom and democracy.
30 years of experience in politics, business and academia.
Max has seen the world and taken away from each country an impression of the things he liked, so that he can link them to a better future in his home country.
The world is full of challenges, but we also have many more tools than ever before. Through innovation and technology, we can solve the world's biggest problems.
Max thinks deeply and broadly. For example, he has written a philosophical book on the connection between happiness and career.
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