2025 marked a pivotal year for the Latvian American Chamber of Commerce. From launching new initiatives and expanding our regional presence, to convening leaders across business, government, and innovation ecosystems, LACC continued to strengthen economic ties between Latvia and the United States while supporting our members at every stage of growth.
What we are most proud of:
Diplomacy & Strategic Participation
LACC continued advocacy efforts regarding Latvia’s 2018 tax system changes affecting individual investors abroad. Together with AmCham Latvia, The Red Jackets, the U.S. Embassy, and Latvian government stakeholders we were able to address double taxation concerns that impact investment decisions.
Following the 2025 Baltic Advocacy Days, LACC participated in the Embassy of Latvia’s annual Honorary Consulate meeting.
Assisted with Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Minister Baiba Braže’s visit to the Aspen Security Forum 2025 in Colorado.
Hosted by PBLA, World Latvian Economics & Innovations Forum was a key partner event bringing together global business and political leaders, including President Edgars Rinkēvičs, Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, and senior ministers. LACC members and leaders were an integral part of the event – participating, moderating, and engaging in exclusive receptions and curated business meetings.
Created Latvia-USA Business Report and Inaugural Awards
This significant new initiative that fundamentally strengthens the economic ties between our two nations: the launch of the inaugural Latvia-USA Business Report! This publication represents a groundbreaking effort to comprehensively compile and share information about all Latvian businesses currently operating in the U.S. market, providing unprecedented clarity on our community’s footprint. Previously, this vital information lacked formal organization and centralized tracking, but LACC has now unified this data into a powerful, living document that illuminates the scale and diversity of Latvian economic success in America.
Part of the report were the inaugural US-Latvia Business Report Awards 2025
A special thank-you goes to the project sponsors — Spīgulis & Kukainis and SILMOR, as well as to the entire team, The Red Jackets, and Kristīne Smilga for their contributions.
Organized Spotlight Latvia in Washinton DC
Signed a landmark agreement – LACC is the on-the-ground trade representative for Latvia
LACC and LIAA (The Latvian Investment and Development Agency) Established a New Partnership for Economic Growth and Development.
A truly pivotal moment has arrived in the Latvian-American economic relationship! The Latvian American Chamber of Commerce (LACC) and The Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement, marking the beginning of an exciting new season of growth and elevated partnership. This newly-established relationship fundamentally increases LACC’s role in driving bilateral trade, investment, and innovation between North America and Latvia.
Organized 3 Mini-Spotlight Webinars
In partnership with The Red Jackets and Latvian Investment and Development Agency we organzied three Mini-Spotlight Educational Webinars.
More about Mini Spotlight Project.
Events We Organized
Regional Meetups & Community Building:
Riga Women in Export (February 12)
Hosted by SILMOR, LACC’s first Riga chapter event of the year brought together women leaders to discuss export opportunities, share market insights, and explore collaboration pathways into the U.S. market.
San Diego Watch Party – “Flow” (March 30)
Community members gathered to celebrate Latvia’s Oscar- and Golden Globe-winning animated film, creating a cultural moment and strengthening local connections.
Regional Happy Hours & Meetups
Gatherings across New England, Minnesota, Colorado, California, and Washington, DC brought together professionals, founders, and diaspora leaders, strengthening cross-regional collaboration. In parallel, LACC launched Baltic Tech Happy Hours with partner organizations to spotlight innovation and community.
Joint & Cross-Chamber Networking
There is power in collaboration – we were fortunate to work with many organizations. Just to name a few – AmCham Latvia, Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Latvia, Norwegian Chamber of Commerce in Latvia, Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Latvia (SCCL), the Latvian exporters’ association The Red Jackets, World Trade Center Denver, The Swedish-American Chambers of Commerce, German American Chamber of Commerce, French American Chamber of Commerce, European Professionals Network, Baltic American Chamber of Commerce, World Federation of Free Latvians (PBLA) and others.
Virtual Professional Development & Leadership Dialogues
LACC hosted two virtual professional development events focused on effective communication and inclusive leadership. The sessions explored how to communicate with precision and purpose, and champion others in the workplace—offering practical strategies for career growth, strategic impact, leading to building inclusive, high-performing teams across transatlantic contexts.
Thank you to Vicki Landers and AmCham Latvia’s EmpowerHER initiative for helping us foster these opportunities.
Thank You
None of this would be possible without our members, partners, regional directors, volunteers, and collaborators across Latvia and the United States. Thank you for continuing to build a stronger, more connected transatlantic business community with us.
Here’s to an even more ambitious 2026.
