I look forward to promoting stronger U.S.-Latvia ties and working with AmCham members to ensure Latvia is a trusted destination for international business.
John Tully, Chairman of the Board of MikroTik
On November 7, around 50 AmCham members gathered for Meet AmCham, an annual member orientation event, which offers the opportunity to make new contacts, strengthen existing relations, raise brand visibility, and network to maximize the impact on one's business. The members who have joined AmCham over the course of the past year had the chance to make short pitches. Welcome to the following members: Amos, BaltCap, BluOr Bank, Codnity, EdTech, H2YO, Kenvue, Mitigate, Ness Latvia, Reich Montage, Swisscom DevOps Center Riga, Tech Recruitment and individual member Janis Paksis.
Read all >On November 1, AmCham together with the Saeima Economic, Agricultural, Environmental, and Regional Policy Committee held an international conference on "Human Capital As Key For Economic Growth" at the Saeima to discuss ways to promote investments in Latvia’s human capital with an aim to accelerate economic growth. Parliamentarians, business representatives, and industry experts discussed various policy areas, including economy, employment, education, health, and welfare contributing to the development of human capital. Revisit the 1st panel focused on healthcare investments and 2nd panel focused on employment.
Read all >A group of members, representing various industries joined the AmCham board and staff for a Member Focus Lunch on October 30 to discuss their businesses and provide feedback on AmCham’s activities. We are grateful to Roche Latvija and AmCham Board member Rauls Velins for hosting and providing a delicious lunch!
Read all >On October 26, Kukainu team, represented by Janis Kukainis and Amy Hellkamp made their Kukaiņu Chili a winner at the 17th Annual AmCham Chili Cook-Off at Hilton Garden Inn Old Town Riga. The people’s choice award went to the Riga Graduate School of Law team for their Legally Chilly. Huge thanks to event supporters: AC Hotel by Marriott Riga, El Gringo, Indian Raja, Reaton Food and delicatessen department, Santa Maria and Ziedu Ekspresis.
Read all >On October 18, AmCham held its second American Music Night featuring the music of ELVIS "The King" and members of the "Million Dollar Quarter" at Paddy Whelan's bar. It was a truly unique opportunity to experience American culture and live music played by Marko Ojala and SugarSugar band in the company of friends and fellow AmCham members.
Read all >AmCham is a place to meet representatives of other industries and understand the business environment.
Signe Velina, Market Access Manager Latvia of Johnson & Johnson