AmCham works hard to accomplish its goals and is a voice in the business community that is heard.
Filips Klavins, Managing Partner at Ellex Klavins
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Take part in PwC's CEO Survey
Dec 20
PwC invites you to participate in the annual PwC’s Baltic CEO Survey to share your insights on business opportunities and threats, growth prospects, labor availability and other topical business issues. The survey aims to understand how Baltic business leaders perceive the current business environment and adapt their companies to ensure competitiveness and sustainable development. The survey will be open until January 24, 2025, and the results will be published in March 2025.
Read all >How can value created today help shape the future?
Dec 19
EY Baltic is recognized for its significant contributions to sustainability and corporate governance, playing a key role in supporting companies to achieve their ESG goals. "EY Value Realized 2024" is EY Baltic's annual report on creating value and shaping the future for people, clients, and society. The report highlights EY's significant investments in AI and technology, including the launch of EY.ai, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Read all >Ambassador Robinson hosts AmCham Board
Dec 18
On December 18, U.S. Ambassador Christopher Robinson welcomed AmCham Board of Directors for a brunch at his residence. The discussions covered a range of current issues as well as insights on the investment climate and sectors including defense and security, technology, AI, precision medicine and energy.
Read all >Help build a new care mobile for better healthcare access
Dec 18
Ronald McDonald House Charities Latvija (RMHC Latvija) in cooperation with the Children's Clinical University Hospital provides free medical consultations to children in rural areas of Latvia. 2025 will be a challenging year for RMHC Latvija's children's Care Mobile program with the construction of the new Care Mobile. EUR 300 000 are needed to realize this major project.
Read all >New parent support program for guidance and comfort
Dec 18
SOS Children’s Villages provides long-term family-based care for children who have lost their parents and supports vulnerable families in their family and foster family support centers in Riga, Bauska, Valmiera, Kuldīga and Gulbene. The organization is seeking both financial contributions and in-kind donations which will be directed towards preventive program ”For New Parents” offering emotional and informational support for new parents.
Read all >Angels above Latvia will help 312 children across Latvia
Dec 18
Children's Hospital Foundation, an organization taking care of children's health through raising help from general public, is looking for donations to support campaign “Angels Above Latvia” in collaboration with TV3 Group Latvia and Bite Latvija. Each year, the campaign raises funds to help children take their first steps, say their first words, start school, or receive life-saving care in critical, time-sensitive situations. This year’s goal is to raise €634 000 to support 312 children in need.
Read all >Brighten Christmas for 326 foster kids
Dec 18
The Latvian Foster Family Association supports families that raise children who have been left without the care of their biological parents. 175 families of foster parents and guardians raise 326 children in various regions of Latvia. As every year, the Association holds campaign "Christmas Angels" and welcomes both financial and in-kind donations – Christmas gifts and treats for the New Year celebration on January 4.
Read all >AmCham raises €7120 for charities in 2024
Dec 18
In 2024 we have raised €7120 benefitting our principal charities promoting the health and well-being of Latvia's children: Children's Hospital Foundation, Latvian Foster Family Association, Ronald McDonald House Charities Latvija and SOS Children’s Villages. All proceeds from the ticket sales have been distributed to support these charities. Thank you to all our members for your donations!
Read all >Bite Group pledges €1 million to empower paralympic athletes
Dec 18
Bite Group continues its commitment to making a positive impact in Latvia. In 2024, Bite Latvia and TV3 Group Latvia became the General Partners of the Latvian Paralympic Committee, signing a four-year agreement to provide €1 million in financial and informational support. This partnership is focused on supporting athlete preparation, attracting new athletes, and promoting training camps, all while advancing the principles of inclusion through parasports.
Read all >AmCham meets new leadership of LIAA
Dec 17
Today, the Board and leaders of AmCham advocacy groups met with Ieva Jagere, new Director of the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA) and Laura Strovalde, Deputy Director to discuss the reorganization of the agency and further collaboration. The main focus of LIAA will be investment and export promotion with an emphasis on the priority sectors defined in the Smart Specialization Strategy of Latvia (RIS3).
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AmCham works hard to accomplish its goals and is a voice in the business community that is heard.
Filips Klavins, Managing Partner at Ellex Klavins