Bloom ry is a community-driven association where internationals and locals thrive together.
Through connection, empowerment, and mutual support, we create spaces where individuals can grow personally and professionally within a diverse and inclusive cultural environment.
Bloom Finland Branches
Vindya Vincent, Head of Operations, Tampere
Vindya Vincent brings over 20 years of international experience across the USA, UK, and Sri Lanka. She holds an MBA from the University of South Wales, UK, and is currently completing a Bachelor’s in International Business with a specialization in People Management at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland (expected 2025).
With a background in operations, customer service, and compliance, Vindya has spent more than eight years contributing to community development through education, coaching, and youth leadership initiatives. A certified Life Coach, she is passionate about sustainable people development and creating environments where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential.
Vindya believes growth comes from the ability to learn, unlearn, and relearn—a mindset she applies both personally and professionally. She is naturally curious, enjoys exploring new perspectives, and loves to travel the world.
Musa Thompson, Head of Operations, Oulu
Musa Oluwaseun Thompson is a Nigerian IT professional who has been living in Finland since 2008.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and a Master's degree in Software Systems Engineering. A highly motivated individual, he thrives under pressure and values constructive communication as a key driver of personal and team development.
Outside of work, Musa enjoys both playing and watching football (soccer).
Lawrence Ambe, Head of Operations, Porvoo
Lawrence Ambe is a seasoned finance professional with nearly a decade of experience in the field. Holding a Master’s degree in Financial Information Systems from Hanken School of Economics, he currently serves as a Financial Controller at Wolt, where he specializes in project management, process optimization, and financial efficiency. Throughout his career, he has led initiatives that have enhanced operational effectiveness and driven business growth.
Passionate about professional development and community impact, Lawrence joined Bloom as Head of Operations in Porvoo to support others in advancing their careers and businesses. Having navigated the challenges of professional growth himself, he is dedicated to creating opportunities and structures that empower individuals to succeed.
Based in Porvoo with his family of four, Lawrence enjoys the city's dynamic energy, is an avid sports enthusiast, and thrives on connecting with new people. His commitment to fostering both personal and professional success makes him an inspiring leader at Bloom.
Kimberley Poskela, Head of Operations, Lahti
Kimberley Poskela, a tech professional with a background in linguistics and modeling foundations, joins Bloom as Head of Operations – Lahti for the 2025 term. Passionate about empowering internationals, she advocates for understanding Finland’s unwritten expectations to create a level playing field.
Her vision for Bloom Lahti is to inspire Lahtelaiset to embrace growth and development opportunities together.
Jane Besong-Ndika, Head of Operations, Helsinki
Jane Besong-Ndika, Ph.D., PMP, is a senior research and development professional with almost a decade’s experience in In Vitro Diagnostics assay design and development. She has a keen interest in utilizing her scientific knowledge and skills for developing rapid and innovative point-of-care devices that would accelerate medical diagnosis.
Outside her professional milieu, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, entertainment and passionate about general well-being.
She believes everyone possesses unique abilities, we are stronger together and thrive when connected. Through Bloom she hopes to enable individuals access connections that would enable them bloom within the Helsinki Metropolitan area and beyond.
