Longenesis supports breast oncology screening study

In collaboration with Lindex and Rīga Stradiņš University, Longenesis launched a digital solution to engage women in personalized breast cancer research and screening thus empowering women to proactively engage in hereditary mutation research initiatives and receive a level of personalization and transparency in the process via dynamic e-consent.

AmCham members among the top law firms

In the 2023 Prospera Law Firm Review, four AmCham members - Ellex, COBALT, Sorainen and TGS Baltics - reached the highest ranking in the Baltics. In addition, five AmCham members were recognized among the top law firms in Latvia: COBALT, Sorainen, Ellex Klavins, TGS Baltics and Eversheds Sutherland Bitans. 

23 new stylish Kempinski Riga Residences

Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, Latvia’s only international five-star luxury Hotel is delighted to announce the launch of 23 Kempinski Riga Residences as a stylish city living opportunity on top of hotel elegant guest rooms and suites and a truly luxurious and exclusive experience in a prime location. With a range of accommodation and access to 5-star hotel services, it's designed to cater to various needs and preferences.
 

On September 27, a group of AmCham members met new Rector if RTU Talis Juhna to discuss issues related to labor force shortage, upskilling, reskilling, digitalization and lack of data related to innovations and researches. In addition, industry expertise was offered to shape RTU programs in the future. 

On September 26, AbbVie, celebrating its 10th Anniversary in Latvia, hosted an excellent Business After Hours event with an insightful presentation on the sustainability of health care systems by Daiga Behmane, PhD, Riga Stradins University.  Members also had an opportunity to learn more about AbbVie's accomplishments aiming to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that enhance people’s lives.

On September 25, members and guests met Anatolii Kutsevol, Ambassador of Ukraine to Latvia who outlined the current hardships and key challenges of Ukraine's fight for independence, justice and freedom. He also touched upon the modernization of the Ukrainian economy along with the role the private sector can play in supporting Ukraine’s victory and reconstruction.

On September 21, the Talent and Labor Force work group met after the summer break for a brainstorming session to get ready for the upcoming human capital development conference in November. The work group decided to work to update recommendations on employment policy and talent issues.

Focusing on Technology and Education this year's Spotlight Latvia took place on September 21-22 and brought together the Latvian-American business community, including distinguished guests President of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics, U.S. Ambassador to Latvia Christopher Robinson and AmCham Latvia President John Tully, to facilitate networking and foster trade and investment between Latvia and the U.S. The next conference is scheduled for 2025 in Michigan.

On September 20, AmCham Healthcare work group met Boriss Kņigins, Deputy Secretary of State for financing to discuss challenges and opportunities related to healthcare financing. Other healthcare initiatives and projects such as digital health and value-based healthcare were also addressed.

McCann Riga annouced Agency of the Year

For the 6th year in a row, McCann Riga has been named the Agency of the Year at the Latvian Art Directors Club Awards Festival, and this time they have received 3 golds and 7 silvers. Under the guidance of an international jury consisting of 15 jury members from 11 countries, 256 works of different creative disciplines were evaluated, in total 18 orders of the first degree and 32 orders of the second degree were awarded.