The UK is one of the world’s premier locations for tech of all kinds. Join Elizabeth Varley and Martin Ring from the DBT’s Global Entrepreneur Programme at TechChill Riga 2023 to explore business growth opportunities from a UK launchpad.
Elizabeth Varley will be also participating in the session ‘Who’s Leading Your Company? Business Growth Through Founder Self-Discovery’.
When: 28 April 2023
What time?: 2:20pm (GMT+3)
TechChill
When: 26 – 28 April 2023 Where: Riga, Latvia
Pink Train Fundraising Marathon
A message from Pink Train Foundation:
Dear BritCham Members and Friends,
Having survived the Covid-19 pandemic, charities and NGO’s are now experiencing the negative effects of the war in Ukraine, as many funds are, understandably, being channelled to fight this cause. However, the number of women diagnosed with breast cancer in Latvia remains the same – over 1000 new cases every year. Over the last 8 years the Pink Train Foundation has helped more than 1000 women diagnosed, covering the costs of psychological support following diagnosis and physiotherapy after surgery, and the number of women helped remains steady every year.
Following a three year break we are therefore delighted to announce that this year we are organising the Pink Train May Marathon again and invite you to take part and help us raise funds for our cause.
How can you participate?
1. During the month of May run, walk, cycle, ride, roller-blade or use whatever other means to “do” 42k. Keep a tally of your achievements and invite your friends, family, colleagues and others to support you by donating to the Pink Train Foundation. Donations can be made via our fund-raising link or directly to our bank account or paypal account. All donations made in May will be counted towards our goal of raising a minimum of EUR 4200. (As a guide, we need an average of EUR 3000 a month to cover the costs of counselling and physiotherapy for breast cancer patients).
We would love it if you posted pictures of your efforts on your social media with one or more of the following hashtags #pinktrainmarathon2023 #rozāvilcienamaratons2023 #pinktrain42k (optional, of course).
Prizes will be awarded at the end of the challenge to the individual and group (family, friends, company or organisation) raising the highest amount, as well as those considered to be the most creative. The pinker, the better, of course!
2. Not ready to “do” a marathon in May? Support us or someone participating by donating!
We will also appreciate any donations towards our prize fund – please contact us separately by writing to rozavilciens@gmail.com or by calling Zinta on 26338398.
Ellex Klavins SEMINAR: ARBITRATION IN STOCKHOLM
Ellex Klavins invites BritCham Members and Friends to participate in the Ellex Klavins seminar:“Arbitration in Stockholm” that will take place 25 April at 11:00 AM, arrival and coffee break from 10:30 AM.
The first part of the seminar will focus on the SCC Arbitration Institute, its practice, and advantages. The second part will be devoted to the third-party funding trends in the Nordics.
PROGRAMME:
10:30 – 11:00 COFFEE AND SNACKS
11:00 – 12:00
Caroline Falconer, Secretary General of the SCC Arbitration Institute
The SCC Arbitration Institute sees a great deal of international disputes, also from the Baltic region. What are the advantages of arbitrating at the SCC? What really happens behind these closed doors? How much does the arbitration really cost? What kinds of international cases arrive at the SCC Arbitration Institute, and especially from the Baltic countries? What should be considered when negotiating an arbitration clause in an international agreement?
12:00 – 13:00
Thony Lindström Härdin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Litigium Capital
Third Party Funding trends in the Nordics. When and why should a corporation consider sharing procedural risks with an external funder?
13:00 – 13:30 COFFEE AND SNACKS
If you would like to attend the seminar, please apply until 19 April, by writing to this e-mail: events.latvia@ellex.legal
FICIL Sentiment Index: Governance edition
Foreing Investors Council in Latvia (FICIL) invites you to join the FICIL Sentiment Index: Governance edition presentation event which take place on – 24th of April from 10:00 till 12:00. Arrival and coffee break from 9:30.
Location:Wellton Riverside Hotel, 11. Novembra Krastmala 33, Rīga
Language:Latvian with simultaneous translation to English
Dr Arnis Sauka will give a brief overview of the main results of FICIL Sentiment Index research. Journalist Jānis Domburs will moderate a discussion among politicians, public sector representatives and investors. The panel will focus on topics investors outlined during Sentiment Index interviews, including human capital policy, public sector reform, administrative burden for entrepreneurs and cooperation with municipalities. The event will also be live-streamed. Please register below if you would like to attend in person.
Please note that the number of seating is limited.
Rīgas Porcelāns invites BritCham Members and Friends to visit Zuzeum for a guided tour of the Kuznetsov porcelain.
The cost of a guided tour is 20€ in addition to the entry ticket price of 10€ ( 5€ for students and seniors ).
The possible dates for a guided tour: 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st or the afternoon of the 28th of April. The maximum number of people in a guided tour is 15.
Foreign Investors Council in Latvia (FICIL) have published their Newsletter for February and March with their most recent news and work group activities.
The event promises to be lovely and delicious thanks to the support of three amazing chefs from restaurants 36.line, Kest and Vairāk Saules and famous Latvian musicians – Shipsea (Jānis Šipkēvics) and Kaspars Markševics. And with a good cause – to help children in need living in SOS Children’s Village Valmiera.
Donation for the dinner invitation can be made to any donation account of the SOS Children’s Villages Latvia (Reg.No. 40008029381): SEB bank LV56UNLA0050011994184, Swedbank LV65HABA0551033254521, Luminor bank LV03RIKO0000083612402 or Citadele bank LV66PARX0019585450001.
Please indicate in the payment details – donation for the Charity Dinner.
The New Habits Business Forum “Durability 2023”
We are still in a period of climate change, which is affecting human well-being, the economy and security, and putting great pressure on business operations. How to achieve economic benefits with sustainable and environment-friendly, society-friendly and human-friendly activities? Does sustainable operation help win competitive battles, maintain a good reputation in society, attract new customers and improve sales results?
The answers to these and other questions will be sought at theNew Habits Business Forum “Durability 2023”, which will be held on April 21, 2023, and online.
In the forum with the topic What does sustainability have in common with the Little Prince? And how sustainability of a company is affected by how sustainable its suppliers are, Ieva Kustova, head of ESG & sustainability consulting services at KPMG Latvia, will speak.
Nasdaq welcomes PwC as a certified adviser on First North
First North is a growth market designed for ambitious small and medium-sized companies in the Baltics. Being a Certified Adviser permits PwC to guide growth companies in Baltics through the Firth North application process and ensure they meet all the market’s requirements on a continuous basis.
Nasdaq First North Market is tailored to support smaller, growing companies that want to raise capital and get the visibility and credibility of being a public company. For investors, First North offers an opportunity to invest in companies that are at an earlier stage of their growth.
“By working closely with multiple executives and shareholders of both private and State-owned corporates, we have observed an increasing interest about the capital markets. Business leaders have become more ambitious and better aware of the myriad of benefits from attracting capital via the exchange. At PwC, we are confident that First North Certified Adviser status will allow us to provide a more diversified advice for our clients in the Baltic region and help navigate them in the journey of an intensified capital market activity,” highlights Raimonds Dauksts, Head of Advisory at PwC Latvia.
Congratulations to PricewaterhouseCoopers on their achievement!
BCC News: Chamber Maps
British Chambers Of Commerce (BCC) have recently launched two new maps on the BCC website highlighting the amazing Chamber Network.
If you are looking to expand internationally, you can benefit from expert advice and trusted connections around the world. Chamber members have exclusive access to this unique international club.
