“Embracing diverse experiences and perspectives enhances decision-making, fosters innovation, and drives societal progress, benefiting all. Diversity isn't just about rights; it's about amplifying our collective strength and making more informed choices in both business and politics."
– Evika Siliņa, Prime Minister of the Republic of Latvia
WHY ATTEND?
NETWORKING
Expand your network to unlock new business opportunities and personal growth. Connect with potential clients, partners, talented professionals and visionary investors, opening doors to innovation, collaboration, and success.
KNOWLEDGE & LEARNING
Advance your leadership journey with practical skills and a confidence boost – learn from industry experts through a diverse selection of enriching masterclasses. Gain the latest insights to drive your personal and business development.
INSPIRATION
Engage world-class speakers and thought leaders to energise and develop yourself and your team. Join the vibrant Novatore community and unlock the transformative power of shared inspiration.
POLICY & IMPACT
Support the movement for positive impact and sustainability, contributing to a more inclusive and responsible future. Gain valuable insights on diversity, inclusion, and practices that can propel your organisation's success.
What will you get?
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Inspiring world-class speakers
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Engaging masterclasses for your professional and personal development
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Networking with over 300 like-minded professionals from the Baltics and beyond
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Empowering yourself and your team to make a meaningful impact
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Organised by a dedicated community of volunteers and partners
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All sessions are conducted in English
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Have fun and enjoy the event!
Take your leadership and impact to the next level!
The Summit drives economic development by raising and discussing topics essential for women. Empowering women is crucial to the growth and development of the economy. Our motto is “by women for all”.
The event is full of learning and networking opportunities. It is an excellent moment to reflect and look at the bigger picture; how can you, your business and your country keep growing in the future?
“In times of continuous upheaval from the war in Ukraine, and the Middle East paradigm shifts in the energy sector in terms of cost and access, and societies backsliding towards higher inequality, we seek to build women's and society's resilience for peace, security and prosperity.”
– Baiba Rubesa, Co-founder of Novatore
SPEAKERS
WEmeritus Professor of EntrepreneurshipW
Wand Innovation at University of OxfordW
LINDA
SCOTT
WMinister of Culture ofW
Wthe Republic of LatviaW
AGNESE
LĀCE
WLatvian National Armed Forces JointW
WHeadquarters’ Battalion Commander ColonelW
ANTOŅINA
BĻODONE
WFounder of ERDA & Kim?W
ZANE
ČULKSTĒNA
WChief Medical Innovation OfficerW
Wat North Estonia Medical CentreW
TERJE
PEETSO
WHead of Monetary PolicyW
WAnalysis at Latvijas BankaW
KRISTA KALNBĒRZIŅA
WSVP HumanW
WResources at airBalticW
ALĪNA
ARONBERGA
WCEO of Rīgas AustrumuW
Wklīniskā universitātes slimnīcaW
NORMUNDS
STAŅĒVIČS
WCo-founder of Novatore, C-suite executiveW
Wand board member at several companiesW
BAIBA
RUBESA
WPrime Minister ofW
Wthe Republic of LatviaW
EVIKA
SILIŅA
WCEO / Chair of ManagementW
WBoard Baltics at Citadele GroupW
RŪTA
EŽERSKIENĖ
WCEO at All MediaW
WLithuania (TV3 Group)W
LAURA BLAŽEVIČIUTE
WFounder of SheOwnsW
KARĪNA
KULBERGA
WFounding partner of LongeVCW
SERGEJS
JAKIMOVS
WFilm critic and Director ofW
WLatvian National Film CenterW
DITA
RIETUMA
WSales DirectorW
WBaltics at VisaW
JURIS
PAEGLE
WMember of the ManagementW
WBoard at Augstsprieguma tīklsW
ILZE
ZNOTIŅA
WCo-founder of Novatore, CEO ofW
WLejina & Partners, impact entrepreneurW
DAGNIJA
LEJIŅA
WLatvian OlympicW
Wbeach volleyball athleteW
TĪNA
GRAUDIŅA
WMinister of Justice ofW
Wthe Republic of LatviaW
INESE
LĪBIŅA-EGNERE
WConsultant, trainer & coachW
TRUDY
ŽAGARE
WChairman of the SupervisoryW
WBoard at Tet, entrepreneurW
KLĀVS
VASKS
WLatvian NationalW
WTV foreign journalistW
INA
STRAZDIŅA
WBoard Member at the BalticW
WInstitute of Corporate GovernanceW
VITA BALODE-ANDREWS
WHead of Employee LifecycleW
Wat Lidl Latvia & Lidl EstoniaW
ELĪNA
PĒTERSONE
WHead of Investment ProductW
WSales at CBL Asset ManagementW
JEVGĒNIJS
BEBŅEVS
WAdvisor to the Minister ofW
WForeign Affairs of LatviaW
TOMASS
PILDEGOVIČS
KEY THEMES & TOPICS
Conference & Masterclasses
WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP & EMPOWERMENT
Empowering women's leadership and financial well-being to drive economic growth for us all
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Ensuring women's strong place at the table
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Reducing the gender pay gap
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Women's leadership empowerment and career development
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Entrepreneurship journey
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Managing stress, life-work balance, and well-being
BUILDING WEALTH & DRIVING PROFIT
Developing business models and a set of skills and behaviours enabling to cope with uncertainty
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Well-being economy – profit and purpose – accelerating opportunities
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The mindset of “sustainability by design”, building better businesses with sustainability and innovations
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Diversity management and long-term growth
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Financial literacy for personal, family, and business prosperity
HEALTH, LONGEVITY & SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLES
Spotting sustainability and health trends that can enhance personal and business resilience
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Health and longevity as drivers of success
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Climate change and future consequences
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Responsible innovations and technologies
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Productivity hacks for effective leadership
AGENDA*
Conference 10:00-17:00
9:00-10:00 Doors open – welcome! Guided networking, light breakfast & coffee
OPENING
10:00
Opening with Baiba Rubesa and Dagnija Lejiņa – Why women should care about economic empowerment, wake up call!
10:10
Opening by Evika Siliņa
Fireside chat with Agnese Lāce and Inese Lībiņa-Egnere – Women rising, nations thriving – moderated by Baiba Rubesa
WHEN WOMEN ARE EMPOWERED
10:30
Linda Scott – The real cost of sexism
11:00
Rūta Ežerskiene – Leading from within: A path to authentic empowerment
Fireside chat with Linda Scott and Rūta Ežerskiene – When women are empowered – moderated by Baiba Rubesa
11:30-12:00 Coffee break & guided networking
WELLNESS FUELS SUCCESS
12:00
Terje Peetso – Tailormade healthcare
12:20
Sergejs Jakimovs – Deconstructing longevity: Mapping and investing in the most hidden biotech's sector
12:40
Ina Strazdiņa – Invisible battle
12:55
Alīna Aronberga – Under one wing: Peer support for well-being through lif'es turbulence
13:10-14:00 Lunch & guided networking
MISSION EXECUTIVE – THE LONG GAME
14:00
Antoņina Bļodone – Commanding with courage. Military leadership lessons
14:30
Discussion with Laura Blaževičiute, Zane Čulkstēna and Elīna Pētersone – From burnout to brilliance – moderated by Dagnija Lejiņa
15:00-15:30 Coffee break & guided networking
LEADERSHIP DIVERSITY
15:30
Krista Kalnbērziņa – Gender equality in data: Why it matters to everyone. The Novatore Gender Equality Barometer 2025 by Norstat
15:40
Discussion with Juris Paegle, Klāvs Vasks and Normunds Staņēvičs – Men's role in women's empowerment – moderated by Tomass Pildegovičs
WAY FORWARD
16:10
Dita Rietuma – Go with the FLOW
16:30
Fireside chat with Tīna Graudiņa – Mastering training and negotiation for success – moderated by Baiba Rubesa
16:50
Unveiling BB on leadership
17:00 End of the programme
18:00
Official reception at the French embassy
(exclusive for speakers, partners and VIP ticket holders)
Masterclasses 9:15-17:00
9:15
Masterclass by Jevgēnijs Bebņevs – How to use financial markets in the time of great uncertainty
12:00
Masterclass by Ilze Znotiņa – Navigating the perfect storm: Leadership in the face of crisis
13:30
Q&A with Linda Scott – moderated by Vita Balode-Andrews
14:00
Masterclass by Karīna Kulberga – Beyond the paycheck: The smart woman's guide to financial success
15:30
Masterclass by Trudy Žagare – Negotiating with confidence
*Novatore reserves the right to make changes to the agenda at any time.
TICKETS
All prices are shown including 21% VAT.
* The Novatore Club members are entitled to a discount of €50
** A fine selection of beauty, health, and lifestyle treats from trusted brands like Nuxe, L’Oréal, Fermentful, Orthomol, Mádara, Manilla/Leuchtturm1917, Plūkt, Henkel, MyFitness, Zuzeum, Spirulina Nord, Stenders
MEDIA ACCREDITATION
We are dedicated to advancing women's economic empowerment and invite media representatives to join the Summit to amplify women's perspectives on critical societal issues.
Apply for media accreditation here.
“Women need to support each other in leadership, impact, shared knowledge and empowerment.
“Yes, we can” attitude is the one we need to celebrate.”
– Dagnija Lejiņa, Co-founder of Novatore
VENUE – FORUM CINEMAS
Welcome to the Novatore Impact Summit at Forum Cinemas, Riga. Experience the perfect setting for inspiring ideas and impactful conversations because the venue offers state-of-the-art screens and sound ensuring that every session feels engaging and dynamic. The seats provide great visibility and are almost too comfortable, so... take a break now and then to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the premises with aromatic coffee, refreshing drinks, and delicious snacks while connecting with fellow attendees.
See the Google Map below for directions.
TEAM BEHIND THE SUMMIT
Baiba Rubesa
Novatore Co-founder
Inga Tauriņa
Novatore Media Relations Manager
Dagnija Lejiņa
Novatore Co-founder
Santa Kola
Novatore Partnership Manager
Elza Priede
Novatore Managing Director
Klaudija Bērziņa
Novatore Social Media Manager
