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October 8<\/strong><\/p>\n

The R\u012bga Conference Business Forum 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Entrepreneurship in the Age of Uncertainty: Path to Resilient Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n

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09:00 – 09:30<\/p>\n\t

Registration & Coffee<\/p>\n\t

Opening of the Event<\/h4>\n\t09:30 – 10:00
\nOpening\n\tH.E. Baiba Bra\u017ee<\/strong>, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia
\nAnita Kr\u016bmi\u0146a<\/strong>, Head of The Central Finance and Contracting Agency (CFCA)
\nArt\u016brs Vasi\u013cevskis<\/strong>, CEO of a leading European AI-driven language technology company Tilde H.E.
\nAnatolii Kutsevol<\/strong>, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the Republic of Latvia
\nProf. Gundars B\u0113rzi\u0146\u0161<\/strong>, Rector of the University of Latvia
\nJ\u0101nis Karlsbergs<\/strong>, Head of the Board of the Latvian Transatlantic Organisation\n\t

The Strategic Nexus of Geopolitics and Business<\/h4>\n

The intersection of geopolitics and business has never been more significant. Global shifts in security and international relations increasingly shape markets, trade, and investment strategies. Perspectives from defence, intelligence, and foreign policy highlight how businesses must account for evolving security environments, emerging power dynamics, and policy choices that influence economic resilience. This discussion explores how leaders can navigate complexity, anticipate risks, and adapt strategies to ensure competitiveness and sustainable growth in an era of uncertainty.<\/p>\n\t

10:00 – 11:00<\/p>\n\tDr. Juan Battaleme<\/strong>, State Secretary for the International Relations at the Argentinian Ministry of Defence
\nDavid Cattler<\/strong>, Former Director of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, the United States
\nGiorgos Verdi<\/strong>, Policy Fellow with the European Power Programme at the European Council on Foreign Relations
\nEgita Po\u013canska<\/strong>, Partner at Outlast Fund, Adviser to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia, Baiba Bra\u017ee, on Startup and Technology Issues\n

Moderator: Dr. K\u0101rlis Bukovskis<\/strong>, Director of the Latvian Institute of International Affairs, an Associate Professor at Riga Stradins University<\/p>\n\t

11:00 – 11:30<\/p>\n\t

Coffee Break<\/p>\n\t

11:30 – 11:40<\/p>\n\t

Chris Cook<\/strong>, Senior Reporter at the FT<\/p>\n\t

Sanctions and Security: What Do They Mean for Latvian Company Leaders?<\/h4>\n

As global sanctions regimes intensify in response to geopolitical tensions, businesses face growing pressure to adapt their strategies and operations. For Latvian company leaders, compliance is only the starting point-sanctions are reshaping risk assessments, investment decisions, supply chains, and market access. This discussion will explore how sanctions as a security and foreign policy tool affect the business environment in Latvia, what challenges and opportunities they create, and how companies can remain resilient, competitive, and responsible in an increasingly regulated and unpredictable world.<\/p>\n\t

11:40 – 12:40<\/p>\n\tElina Ribakova<\/strong>, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics
\nRaimonds Zukuls<\/strong>, Director of the National Customs Board
\nJ\u0101nis Garisons<\/strong>, Chief Executive Officer NEWT21
\nArtis Pabriks<\/strong>, Director of the Northern Europe Policy Centre\n

Moderator: Max Seddon<\/strong>, Moscow Bureau Chief at Financial Times<\/p>\n\t

12:40 – 13:30<\/p>\n\t

Lunch Break<\/p>\n\t

Skills, Sustainability & New Strategic Partnerships in a Turbulent World<\/h4>\n

Geopolitical uncertainty, rapid technological shifts, and new economic realities demand fresh approaches to resilience and growth. The discussion focuses on how skills development, sustainability, and strategic partnerships can strengthen competitiveness while ensuring long-term stability. Perspectives from finance, European economic policy, defence, and science highlight the importance of cross-sector collaboration, education, and research in shaping Latvia’s and Europe’s ability to adapt and thrive in turbulent times.<\/p>\n\t

13:30 – 14:30<\/p>\n\tAivars Puri\u0146\u0161<\/strong>, State Secretary of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Latvia
\nArnis \u0160kapars<\/strong>, Head of Retail banking SEB Latvia, Management Board Member
\nLauma Mui\u017eniece<\/strong>, Director of the Latvian Council of Science
\nNormunds Bergs<\/strong>, President of Latvian Industry Development Confederation\n

Moderator: Asoc. Prof. Guntars Kitenbergs<\/strong>, Vice-Rector for Research at the University of Latvia<\/p>\n\t

14:30 – 15:00<\/p>\n\t

Coffee Break<\/p>\n\t

PARALLEL SESSIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\t

Masterclass: Crisis Management Online Platform Training<\/h4>\n

An interactive training session introducing participants to a digital platform designed for crisis management. The workshop provides hands-on experience in coordinating responses, making decisions under pressure, and testing resilience through realistic online simulation.<\/p>\n\t

15:00 – 16:00<\/p>\n\t

The workshop led by Marija Golubeva<\/strong>, Distinguished Fellow with the Democratic Resilience Program at the Center for European Policy Analysis<\/p>\n\t

Masterclass: Staff Resilience- Digital Footprint<\/h4>\n

In a world where personal and professional boundaries increasingly overlap online, the digital footprint of employees has become a critical element of organisational resilience. This masterclass provides practical insights into how digital presence shapes security, reputation, and overall risk exposure. Participants will explore how to identify and manage vulnerabilities linked to online behaviour, protect both individual and corporate integrity, and foster a culture of awareness within teams. Through interactive exercises and expert guidance, the session equips company leaders and staff with the tools to strengthen resilience in the digital domain.<\/p>\n\t

15:00 – 16:00<\/p>\n\t

The workshop led by Avital Sahar<\/strong>, Strategic Campaign Manager, Top Expert in Offensive and Defensive Public Perception Management<\/p>\n\t

16:00<\/p>\n\t

Closing of the Event<\/p>\n

J\u0101nis Karlsbergs<\/strong>, Head of the Board of the Latvian Transatlantic Organisation<\/p>\n\t

16:15 – 18:00<\/p>\n\t

Networking Cocktail Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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