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Partner Event - Defence Tech Meetup Vol. 5

  • 19 Mar 2026
  • 16:30 - 20:30
  • Sent upon registration

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Date & Time: Thursday, March 19 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM GMT+2


Register: https://luma.com/fou2rttv

Join us for the 5th closed Defence Tech Meetup, organised by UniLab Defence with the goal of connecting the Latvian Defence Tech ecosystem with international partners and exploring the latest initiatives and priorities in the sector.

​This is an unofficial, invitation-only event that prioritises networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration, exchange of information and to highlight necessary changes within the defence sector. The meetup will be conducted under the Chatham House Rule to ensure open and direct conversation.

​AGENDA

​Opening Remarks by Ambassador of Canada to Latvia H.E. Brian Szwarc & Head of UniLab Defence Andris Baumanis


Keynotes:
The meetup is supported by Embassy of Canada, LMT Defence and WALLESS.

​"We don't have an innovation deficit; we have an adoption deficit" by Kadri Tammai (Regional Director, NATO DIANA)

​"Cooperation with startups - how to? Story of Airbus" by Bertrand Levivier (Business Innovation Manager, Airbus Defence and Space)

​"From civilian to military business" by Tuuli Vors (Market Lead (Baltics), Tekever)

​"Protecting IP and Trade Secrets in Cooperation Agreements" by Andis Ozoliņš (Partner & Attorney at Law, WALLESS)

​Startup Pitches from NATO DIANA program and selected Latvian Defence tech startups

​Coffee & Networking


​We will gather representatives of government and armed forces, researchers, defence companies, investors, and technology developers who are looking for a platform to exchange ideas, discuss current challenges, and explore opportunities for collaboration.

​If there is someone you think should be invited, please contact the organisers.

OUR MISSION

The Mission of the Chamber is to promote its members’ business interests, facilitate networking and the exchange of knowledge among its members and partners, and foster trade and investment between Latvia and the United States.

ABOUT LACC

The Latvian American Chamber of Commerce (LACC) is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in the State of Illinois as a business association. The Chamber is dedicated to fostering its members’ business interests, educating and facilitating commercial contacts and building relations. As the voice of Latvian American business men and women throughout the United States, the Chamber’s goal is to serve their best interests and help influence decisions and actions, which improve their economic vitality.


Latvian American Chamber of Commerce

EIN: 82-1699457

Address: 10705 W Virginia Ave
Lakewood, CO 80226
United States

info@latvianchamber.com

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