BALTIC
LEADING
NOVEMBER
26-27, 2024
FORUM
SPLENDID PALACE,
RIGA - IN PERSON
Where 700+ Europe's Top Executives, Innovators, and Sustainability Experts Drive the Future of Impact ACROSS THE BALTICS AND BEYOND
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FINAL SEATS FOR LEADING BALTIC SUSTAINABILITY FORUM
Only 700 seats were Europe's most forward thinking CEOs, ministers and founders and executive shape the sustainable future. Exclusive deep-dives, partnerships and announcements, direct access to decision-makers. The must-attend forum of 2024 access is closing soon.
The Baltic Sustainability Forum is a highly curated event where CEOs, C-suite executives, and sustainability experts gather to discuss and drive real change. With attendees from leading organizations, innovative startups, and key decision-makers across Europe, this is the place where partnerships are formed, innovations are showcased, and sustainability is taken to the next level.
4th Edition
40+
TOp Rank SPEAKERS from more then 10 coUntries
The event will bring together 700 of Europe’s top executives, innovators, and experts—don’t miss your seat.
80+
Jury memmbers with highest expertize in the impact
2 DAYS
Meet the Speakers – Who’s Leading the Conversation
Get ready to be inspired by thought-provoking keynotes, FIRESIDE CHATS, panels, and real-world case studies that showcase the future of sustainability.
Karolin Langfeld 🇩🇪
Business Development Director, Circulor
Making supply chains tell the truth | Breaking open industry's best-kept secrets
Paul Finch 🇬🇧
Co-founder, Growth Studio
Made climate tech companies grow when everyone said they couldn't | Raw insights on turning skeptics into customers
Rayan Jawad 🇬🇧
Co-founder, Growth Studio
Turned messy data into serious money | Spotting the growth patterns others miss
Saskia Nuijten 🇳🇱
Chief Brand Officer, EIT Food
Mastermind behind Europe's food innovation network | Catching the next big shifts before they hit the headlines
Marija Ručevska 🇱🇻
Founding Partner, Outlast VC
The investor who knows which startups work | Brutally honest about what it takes to scale
Jenna Whittingham-Ward 🇬🇧
Head of Future Boots UK
Leading beauty's biggest sustainability pivot | Making green initiatives drive real profit
Mathias Wikström 🇸🇪
CEO & Co-founder, Doconomy
Making climate impact visible in every transaction | Pioneering fintech's role in climate action
Mariliis Mia Topp 🇪🇪
CEO & co-founder , Raw Edge / CEO, Bicycle Mayor of Tallinn
Revolutionizing how cities move | Turning urban mobility headaches into opportunities
Katarina Wangler Björk 🇸🇪
Head of Impact, Exponential Roadmap Initiative
Accelerating climate solutions at scale | Making ambitious goals commercially viable
Deniss Gacicha 🇱🇹
Country General Manager,
Schneider Electric Baltics
Powering the future of smart cities | Making automation drive business results
Mareks Račko 🇱🇻
Technical Department Director, JCDecaux
Reinventing Urban Infrastructure | Where City Evolution Meets Commercial Success
Vicky Ngari 🇸🇪
Founder & CEO, The Rural Retail
Reshaping retail for next-gen consumers | Building bridges between African innovation and European markets
Eglė Šlipaitytė 🇱🇹
Partner, "Children" Ad Agency
Making sustainability hit home | Master of turning complex changes into winning stories
Kadi Ristkok 🇪🇪
CEO, Cleantech Baltics
Making cleantech innovation pay off | Bridging the gap between green ideas and market success
Valdis Turlais 🇱🇻
Country Managing Director, Rimi Latvia
Running one of Baltic's biggest retail transformations | Making sustainability move millions of daily choices
Juris Gulbis 🇱🇻
CEO, CleanR Grupa
Turned waste management into a growth business | Making zero-waste profitable in the real world
Liene Dubava 🇱🇻
CEO, Nasdaq Latvia
Reshaping how Baltic markets value sustainability | Where green meets the bottom line
Thierry Aelens 🇱🇹
CEO, Ignitis Renewables
Building tomorrow's energy backbone | Making renewable infrastructure commercially unstoppable
Lotte Tisenkopfa-Iltnere 🇱🇻
Co-founder, MADARA Cosmetics
Built Baltic's most successful organic beauty brand | Turned sustainability into global market advantage
Courtney Savie Lawrence 🇫🇷
Climate Innovation Strategist
Connecting Insights with Street-smart Action | Spotting the Innovations that Work
Kerstin Lindvall 🇸🇪
Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, ICA Gruppen
Led company’s commitment to net-zero climate impact by 2030
Nina Shariati 🇸🇪
Founder, Circular Transparency, former H&M Sustainability Strategist, Global Trade Expert at UN
Driving impactful sustainability initiatives |Shaping circular economy policies
Poul Lindqvist 🇫🇮
Co-founder & CEO, Environmental Impacts Academy
On a mission to make Environmental LCA part of everyday decision making in businesses
Robert Höglund 🇸🇪
Milkywire | CDR.fyi | Carbon Gap
(Online) Leading climate action through transparency and innovation
Jan-Jaap Verhoeve 🇫🇷
VP Partnerships, Plan A & Co-Founder at Greentech Alliance
Scaling corporate decarbonization for global impact | Empowering businesses to turn climate goals into actionable results
Jovita Tamosaityte 🇱🇹
Senior Knowledge Management Officer, Green Growth Knowledge Partnership, UNEP
Driving sustainable growth through knowledge and innovation | Transforming global climate challenges into actionable solutions
Gerda Žigienė 🇱🇹
Professor and sustainability strategist| Board member at Lithuanian Responsible Business Association
A seasoned sustainability strategist and professor specializing in sustainability and finance | Advises companies on sustainability transformation and EU regulations
Linn Indrestrand 🇩🇰
Head of development – maritime service and fishery, Port of Hirtshals
Revolutionizing ocean economies | Making blue economy promises real
Karo Hajduk 🇩🇪
CEO, Growth&Glory
Runs a platform ecosystem for climate deep tech ventures | Brings a wealth of intersectional business experience building and scaling ventures
Zanda Šadre 🇱🇻
Corporate Sustainability & Compliance
director Rimi Baltic
Reshaping retail responsibility | Making sustainable choices scale
Kaisa Spilling 🇫🇮
Development Manager, City of Helsinki
Making Smart Cities Work | Turning Urban Challenges into Opportunities
Jason Miller 🇬🇧
Global Director of Sustainable Development, Ramboll
Where tech meets climate action | Turning sustainability data into a competitive edge
Niclas-Alexander Mauss 🇩🇪
Founder, CIRCULAR REPUBLIC
On a mission to make Environmental LCA part of everyday decision making in businesses
Kristaps Cirulis 🇱🇻
CEO & Partner of Baltic Sustainability Awards, Co-founder of Terrawaste.
Driven by impact, leading change, and designing a future where communities thrive
OVER 400 TOP EXECUTIVES HAVE ALREADY JOINED
You’ll hear from the people who are setting new standards and tackling the tough questions head-on. This is your opportunity to connect with them all.
Biocultural diversity - Reimagining Sustainability
with voices from the Ground
Vicky Ngari
Founder & CEO,
The Rural Retail
ESG is Dead. Long Live ESG. How to position your company ahead of the coming changes.
Kelly Kirsch
/ Director, ESG-Europe
The Consumer Paradox: Real Corporate Responsibility
Kerstin Lindvall
/ Chief
Corporate
Responsibility
Officer, ICA
Gruppen
Agenda
[01]
This is your chance to be in the room with 700+ top decision-makers, from Nasdaq to MADARA, who are setting new standards for impact and innovation. Expect unfiltered dialogues, exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, and actionable strategies that go beyond greenwashing and into real transformation. With limited executive access, this is where real deals, partnerships, and alliances are made.
Connections and Networking
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Connect directly with the people shaping the Nordic-Baltic future in an exclusive setting reserved for top-level leaders. Limited to 150 C-suite executives, this unique networking opportunity brings together CEOs, ministers, and sustainability experts for genuine, impactful conversations that lead to real partnerships. Skip the corporate fluff—this is where insights are shared openly, alliances are built, and strategies come to life. Don’t miss the chance to make connections that truly matter.
Limited Seats
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With just 700 seats available, this is a rare opportunity to join top executives and pioneers in shaping the future of Nordic-Baltic business. Meet face-to-face with CEOs, ministers, and sustainability innovators for open, high-impact conversations that drive real partnerships. Reserve your place before it fills up—be part of the network that’s making change happen.
Impact
[04]
Discover the ideas, strategies, and alliances that will define the next decade. Tthis gathering brings together leaders who aren’t just talking about impact—they’re making it happen. Dive into real solutions, form partnerships that matter, and gain insights from the region’s top CEOs, ministers, and innovators. This is your moment to be part of an network driving sustainable transformation across the Nordic-Baltic region.
Your Roadmap to Success
SUPPORTED BY LEADING COMPANIES ACROSS INDUSTRIES
Our partners are the backbone of the Baltic Sustainability Awards—without their vision and commitment, this platform for change simply wouldn’t exist. They’re industry leaders who drive sustainability forward, and the event is a unique chance to connect with them, learn from their insights, and be inspired by their real-world impact.
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METHODOLOGY
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AWARDS
November 26, Splendid Palace,
Agenda:
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Food Innovations
Transforming the food industry with innovative approaches to production, distribution, and consumption, aiming to enhance food security and sustainability.
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Energy Technologies
Evolving the energy landscape with cutting-edge, clean technologies and renewable energy solutions to reduce carbon footprints and enhance sustainability.
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Urban Development
Shaping sustainable urban futures with smart, eco-friendly designs and urban planning initiatives that enhance livability and reduce environmental impact.
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Circular Economy
Implementing systemic changes for sustainable resource cycles, reducing waste, and promoting a circular economy for long-term environmental benefits.
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Climate Innovations
Recognizing innovative solutions that combat climate change and promote environmental sustainability through cutting-edge technologies and practices.
06
Social Initiatives
Catalyzing impactful social change through innovative projects that address societal challenges and promote equitable, sustainable communities.
07
Biodiversity & Conservation
Preserving and restoring the earth’s vital ecosystems through focused conservation efforts and proactive biodiversity protection measures.
08
Transport & Mobility
Revolutionizing transportation systems to reduce emissions, enhance efficiency, and promote sustainable, eco-friendly mobility solutions for all.
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Industrial Symbiosis
Advancing sustainable manufacturing practices and fostering industrial symbiosis to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.
10
Regenerative Agriculture
Promoting agricultural practices that restore soil health, increase biodiversity, and improve ecosystem resilience, leveraging technological advancements for sustainable food production.
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Sustainability Ambassador
Recognizing individuals who exemplify outstanding commitment to sustainable practices and inspire others through their actions.
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Special Prizes
Honor standout achievements in Investment, Design, Process, and Discovery, celebrating impactful initiatives that push sustainability forward.
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Opening
18:30
Join us for an inspiring evening as the Minister of Climate and Energy opens the ceremony, followed by insights from industry leaders and a special performance by Aleksandra Stričelli.
Awards Ceremony
18:50 - 20:30
Witness the unveiling of excellence across 12 categories and 4 special prizes, celebrating transformative initiatives in sustainability. The evening culminates with recognition of exceptional Sustainability Ambassadors from Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania.
Networking
20:30 - 21.00
Connect with 200+ sustainability leaders, exchange insights, and celebrate with the winners while enjoying refreshments.