On September 25, 2025, at the prestigious Founders Awards Gala in Stockholm, Min Li-Danielsson, founder of Minnovation International, made history as the first Chinese entrepreneur to reach the finals of the Nordic “Founder of the Year” awards. Among hundreds of top founders across the region, only 15 advanced to the final stage, and Min was honored with the Silver Award in the Medium-Sized Company category.

This recognition highlights her extraordinary leadership and Minnovation’s role as a trusted partner for international companies expanding into Europe. Founded in 2017, Minnovation has rapidly grown into a leading HR solutions provider, supporting global businesses with seamless EOR, recruitment, payroll, and mobility services.

The award adds to a remarkable track record of achievements. Under Min’s leadership, Minnovation has previously won Sweden’s Super Gasell Award for its exceptional growth, earned a place on the Gasell list three consecutive years, and was ultimately recognized with the coveted Master Gasell distinction – a feat rarely accomplished in the Nordic business landscape.

Winning Silver at the Founder of the Year Awards is not only a personal milestone for Min Li-Danielsson, but also a testament to Minnovation’s credibility and influence in the European market. It underscores the company’s mission: to be the most reliable strategic partner for Chinese and international enterprises entering Europe, providing compliance, trust, and sustainable growth.
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About the Award

The Founder of the Year award recognizes successful global founders who have built strong private or public limited companies and aims to highlight their achievements while inspiring growth among internationally expanding firms. Finalists were assessed using the Founders Alliance Index, which considers past performance, future potential, and social contribution.