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Heidi Välimäki

Heidi Välimäki

Muzo

I'm a passionate advocate for movement-based well-being in all areas of life—whether in workplaces, schools, or at home. With a background in working with children, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply we are wired to move—and I believe this natural need should be embraced, not suppressed.

 

As a mother and entrepreneur–without formal business education–I know what it means to build something from passion, purpose, and persistence. My mission is to inspire prioritizing well-being while pursuing goals, to help transform today’s sedentary culture into one where dynamic movement becomes a natural, essential part of everyday life.

 

I’m deeply driven by the connection between movement, health, learning, focus, mood, and productivity. As a public speaker, I bring warmth, science-based insight, and practical inspiration to every stage. I speak to audiences ranging from educators and architects to business leaders and wellness advocates—encouraging them to rethink how we design our spaces, our days, and our habits to support human potential through movement.

Wed Oct 288:30 AM – 9:00 AMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

A Wellness Journey Through Finland’s Four Seasons (1)

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and s

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventb

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-edspaces-wellness-journey-through-finlands-four-seasons-tickets-1998947681325

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-edspaces-wellness-journey-through-finlands-four-seasons-tickets-1998947681325

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TicketsSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Thu Oct 298:30 AM – 9:00 AMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

A Wellness Journey Through Finland’s Four Seasons (2)

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and s

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventb

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-edspaces-wellness-journey-through-finlands-four-seasons-tickets-1998947681325

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-edspaces-wellness-journey-through-finlands-four-seasons-tickets-1998947681325

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TicketsSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Thu Oct 299:30 AM – 10:00 AMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

A Wellness Journey Through Finland’s Four Seasons (3)

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and s

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventb

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-edspaces-wellness-journey-through-finlands-four-seasons-tickets-1998947681325

Treat yourself to a wellness journey through four seasons of Finland with Finnish native, Heidi Välimäki. Take in the sights, soak up the sounds and step to the moves of Finland! Fun-times guaranteed!

Spaces Limited - Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-edspaces-wellness-journey-through-finlands-four-seasons-tickets-1998947681325

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TicketsSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Wed Oct 281:45 PM – 2:15 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Active Doodling! (1)

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as power

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeTRACK 2: Designing for the Human Experience — Wellbeing, inclusion, safety, and human performanceSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Thu Oct 292:00 PM – 2:30 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Active Doodling! (2)

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as power

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeTRACK 2: Designing for the Human Experience — Wellbeing, inclusion, safety, and human performanceSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Fri Oct 3010:30 AM – 11:00 AMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Active Doodling! (3)

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as power

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

Take a break for some mindful drawing and discover how flexible, multifunctional writing surfaces can move beyond simple note-taking to serve as powerful tools for sensory regulation, active focus, and inclusive learning.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeTRACK 2: Designing for the Human Experience — Wellbeing, inclusion, safety, and human performanceSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Wed Oct 2812:30 PM – 1:30 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Different Brains, Different Needs: Movement as a Tool for Learning, Regulation, and Engagement

Traditional learning environments assume students must sit still to focus, but neuroscience shows learning is deeply connected to movement, sensory in

Traditional learning environments assume students must sit still to focus, but neuroscience shows learning is deeply connected to movement, sensory input, and emotional regulation. This session explores how physical activity impacts attention, memory

Traditional learning environments assume students must sit still to focus, but neuroscience shows learning is deeply connected to movement, sensory input, and emotional regulation. This session explores how physical activity impacts attention, memory, and executive function, with a clear focus on neurodivergent learners with ADHD, autism, and sensory processing differences. Reframing movement as essential to cognition rather than a break, partici

Traditional learning environments assume students must sit still to focus, but neuroscience shows learning is deeply connected to movement, sensory input, and emotional regulation. This session explores how physical activity impacts attention, memory, and executive function, with a clear focus on neurodivergent learners with ADHD, autism, and sensory processing differences. Reframing movement as essential to cognition rather than a break, participants will gain practical design strategies to integrate movement into learning environments for all students.

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EDsession (60 minutes in classrooms)Session TypeTRACK 2: Designing for the Human Experience — Wellbeing, inclusion, safety, and human performanceSession Track
CEU Credits:1.00
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
CEU Selection:AIA HSW, IDCEC HSW
Thu Oct 2911:00 AM – 12:00 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Sensory Circuits: The Regulation Revolution for Neurodiverse Learning Spaces

Discover how Sensory Circuits are helping learners prepare for learning and explore how we can build learning environments that facilitate these regul

Discover how Sensory Circuits are helping learners prepare for learning and explore how we can build learning environments that facilitate these regulating activities.

Discover how Sensory Circuits are helping learners prepare for learning and explore how we can build learning environments that facilitate these regulating activities.

Discover how Sensory Circuits are helping learners prepare for learning and explore how we can build learning environments that facilitate these regulating activities.

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EDsession (60 minutes in classrooms)Session TypeTRACK 2: Designing for the Human Experience — Wellbeing, inclusion, safety, and human performanceSession Track
CEU Credits:1.00
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
CEU Selection:AIA HSW, IDCEC HSW
Wed Oct 2812:00 PM – 12:30 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Tour The World of Neurodiversity! (1)

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and a

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Wed Oct 284:15 PM – 4:45 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Tour The World of Neurodiversity! (2)

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and a

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Thu Oct 294:15 PM – 4:45 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Tour The World of Neurodiversity! (3)

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and a

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Fri Oct 3011:15 AM – 11:45 AMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Tour The World of Neurodiversity! (4)

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and a

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

Join European educators to explore the different zones of this concept classroom, designed around the metaphor of 4 states of water to mirror 4 states of regulation.  See how everything from seating to storage can influence emotional regulation and an individual’s education.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeExpo HallSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education
Wed Oct 282:15 PM – 2:45 PMBooth 917: The World of Neurodiversity, sponsored by Muzo, Exhibit Concepts & Patcraft

Xbrick Playground: Imagine -> Build -> Play -> Learn!

See how modular furniture can provide infinite options for active learning, active seating and regulatory activities for neurodiverse kids with our In

See how modular furniture can provide infinite options for active learning, active seating and regulatory activities for neurodiverse kids with our International hosts from UK and Finland.

See how modular furniture can provide infinite options for active learning, active seating and regulatory activities for neurodiverse kids with our International hosts from UK and Finland.

See how modular furniture can provide infinite options for active learning, active seating and regulatory activities for neurodiverse kids with our International hosts from UK and Finland.

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Minisession (20-30 min.) on exhibit floorSession TypeTRACK 1: Learning Spaces, Reimagined — Evolving physical spaces shaping the future of learningSession Track
Heidi Välimäki
Heidi VälimäkiMuzo
Jen Taylor
Jen TaylorKeys Education