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Our 80+ Jury Board Members

Agita Līviņa 🇱🇻

Professor, lead researcher at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, sustainable tourism and leisure, circularity, nature conservation

Pioneering research in sustainable tourism and regional development | Expert in strategic tourism management and nature-based tourism.

Sandra Gusta 🇱🇻

Associate professor and leading researcher of the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies

Shaping future architects through sustainable design education | Expert in civil engineering, green economy, and architectural research.

Ieva Kalniņa 🇱🇻

Head of the Circular Economy Department at Riga Municipal Agency “Riga Energy Agency”

Driving climate and energy efficiency projects for sustainable cities | Expert in circular economy, strategic planning, and project management.

Agita Baltbārde 🇱🇻

Member of the Management Board at JSC CleanR Grupa

Advancing sustainability in environmental services | Expert in corporate affairs, circular economy, and ESG strategy.

Kārlis Mendziņš 🇱🇻

Country Manager at Eleport

Leading Latvia’s e-mobility transformation | Expert in EV infrastructure, renewable energy, and sustainable technology.

Inga Tralla-Kancāne 🇱🇻

Baltic and Nordic Head of Strategy and Marketing at Schneider Electric

Driving growth through strategic marketing and digital transformation | Expert in B2B strategy, eCommerce, and team leadership.

Elina Vahi 🇪🇪

Manager at Ernst & Young Baltic AS

Creating actionable paths to a sustainable future | Expert in climate risk assessment, ESG strategy, and renewable energy.

Kristaps Rengarts 🇱🇻

Project Manager at Ernst & Young Baltic

Driving strategic growth through financial expertise | Specialist in corporate finance, economics, and team leadership.

Dr. Duncan Barker 🇱🇹

CTO at Ignitis Renewables

Leading energy innovation and sustainable power solutions | Expert in renewable energy, project management, and low-carbon technologies.

Zanda Šadre 🇱🇻

Corporate Responsibility and Communications Director at Rimi Latvia

Leading sustainability and strategic communications in retail | Expert in ESG compliance, open innovation, and corporate responsibility.

Dr. Gintė Jonkutė-Vilkė 🇱🇹

Founder & CEO and Sustainability Expert at SustainPro | research scientist at Kaunas University of Technology

Empowering businesses with science-based sustainability solutions | Expert in ESG reporting, corporate audits, and environmental engineering.

Andrita Grīnberga 🇱🇻

Member of NGO "GreenFest" | Project Manager at "Latvijas Lauku konsultāciju un izglītības centrs"

Active NGO member

Helen Sooväli-Sepping 🇪🇪

Advisor for Sustainability and Green Transition at Tallinn University of Technology

Guiding universities toward a sustainable future | Expert in human geography and green transition strategies.

Miglė Kastėnė 🇱🇹

Sustainability expert at Vilniaus vandenys

Championing sustainable water management | Expert in environmental policy, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability reporting.

Katre Kahre 🇪🇪

Sustainability Lead and Partner in Event agency Jolos | Sustainable Events Expert

Pioneering sustainable practices in the events industry | Expert in carbon footprint analysis and sustainable event management.

Dr. oec. Irina Pilvere 🇱🇻

Dean, Professor, Leading Researcher of the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies | Full Member of Latvian Council of Science

Shaping agrarian economics through academic leadership | Expert in rural policy, economic research, and strategic development.

Katrin Isotamm 🇪🇪

Co-founder of Esgrid | ESG and Strategic Communications Expert

Bridging sustainability and strategic communications | Expert in change management, ESG, and employee engagement.

Evija Pudāne 🇱🇻

Director at CLEANTECH LATVIA

Bridging cleantech innovation across Europe and Central Asia | Expert in international trade, project management, and business development.

Tomás Sercovich 🇮🇪

CEO at Business in the Community Ireland

Driving corporate responsibility for a sustainable future | Expert in stakeholder engagement, CSR, and public relations.

Kädi Ristkok 🇪🇪

Executive Director of Cleantech for Baltics and Cleantech Estonia

Leading the green transition across the Baltics | Expert in cleantech investments, climate policy, and strategic consulting.

Erkki Kubber 🇪🇪

Co-Founder of Impact Day | Board Member at Social Enterprise Estonia

Making sustainability engaging and impactful | Expert in event management, social entrepreneurship, and community building.

Davide Mazzanti 🇩🇪

CEO at Sykell

Transforming packaging for a circular economy | Expert in product development, mobile tech, and sustainable innovation.

Teresė Škutaitė 🇱🇹

Head of GreenTech Hub at Innovation Agency Lithuania

Leading policy-driven sustainable innovation | Expert in economic analysis, policy development, and stakeholder engagement.

Mārtiņš Krūmiņš 🇱🇻

Finance Director at Zala josta, LLC

Driving financial stability and strategic growth | Expert in IFRS, GAAP, and financial management.

Dace Mežavilka 🇱🇻

CEO at Siguldas Saime| Co-leader of the NGO Uz zaļā zara

Crafting engaging local media and short videos | Expert in advertising production and community-driven content.

Arta Ķauķe 🇱🇻

Founder of Ecosoul

Empowering sustainable living with purpose-driven solutions | Advocate for eco-conscious lifestyles and community impact.

Tarmo Virki 🇪🇪

Host of NatureBacked Podcast

Telling impactful stories that drive change | Expert in startup media, climate communication, and strategic storytelling.

Marija Leskavniece 🇱🇻

Executive editor of "Ir Nauda"

Master storyteller shaping financial journalism | Expert in news writing, storytelling, and editorial leadership

Filips Rubenis 🇱🇻

Commercial Director at Radio SWH

Driving growth in broadcast media | Expert in sales management, strategic planning, and marketing innovation.

Patriks Kirkils 🇱🇻

Co-Founder and Managing Director at BOURZMA

Blending creativity with sustainability | Expert in tech-driven art installations and innovative project management.

Annie Lindmark 🇸🇪

Program Director at H&M Foundation | Founder of W.Empowerment

Leading innovation for a sustainable future | Expert in emerging technologies, foresight, and female empowerment.

Sasha Lipman 🇦🇹

Co-founder of tech2impact

Driving impact tech globally | Expert in startup ecosystem building and purposeful innovation.

Miglė Makuškaitė-Survilė 🇱🇹

Co-founder and CEO at Planet Positive|Sustainable business consultant

Making sustainability business as usual | Expert in carbon management and zero waste practices.

Yrjö Ojasaar 🇪🇪

Founder and Partner of Change Ventures

Investing in ambitious Baltic founders | Expert in venture capital, startup acceleration, and strategic business development.

Gediminas Kondrackis 🇱🇹

Co-founder of AY Institute | Co-founder of Wellness Travels

Championing youth empowerment and climate action | Expert in fundraising, social impact, and sustainable event management.

Vaido Mikheim 🇪🇪

Deep Tech Project Lead at Startup Estonia

Building bridges between academia and industry | Expert in deep tech ecosystems, acceleration, and strategic mentoring.

Imants Martinsons 🇱🇻

Director at Cleantech for Baltics | Board Member at Green Tech Cluster Latvia

Driving cleantech innovation and policy impact | Expert in sustainable technology and startup ecosystems.

Kärt Klein 🇪🇪

Deputy Head of Global Business Development, Estonian Investment Agency

Connecting startups with global investors | Expert in deal sourcing, community building, and cleantech innovation.

Audronė Alijošiutė-Paulauskienė 🇱🇹

Senior Sustainability Consultant at Vesta Consulting

Guiding businesses toward responsible growth | Expert in CSR, environmental management, and sustainable development.

Annija Emersone 🇱🇻

Co-founder and CEO at P-Agro Minerals

Turning waste into sustainable growth | Expert in circular economy and phosphorus recovery.

Susanne Knittel 🇩🇪

Head of Corporate & Public Affairs and Sustainability at Danone

Strategic communicator shaping corporate reputation and sustainability | Expert in public affairs, brand PR, and change communications.

Tatjana Tambovceva 🇱🇻

Professor at Riga Technical University | Sustainability and circular economy expert

Educating future leaders in sustainable development | Specialist in project management and industrial symbiosis.

Aija Pope 🇱🇻

Founder & strategic partnerships and visibility expert

Amplifying brands through strategic alliances | Expert in business development, communication, and empowering women entrepreneurs.

Kristaps Cīrulis 🇱🇻

Serial climate tech entrepreneur, designer, & environmentalist | Head of Impact & Comms at Helve, Terrawaste

Reimagining the future with sustainable tech and AI | Expert in circular design and deep-tech entrepreneurship.

Laima Balčiūnė 🇱🇹

CEO at Sunrise Tech Park | Founder of Cleantech Cluster Lithuania

Championing innovation ecosystems in the Baltics | Expert in digital transformation and sustainable technology.

Nuno Quental 🇧🇪

Project Adviser at the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency

Accelerating energy innovation for a sustainable future | Expert in green finance, policy analysis, and renewable energy.

Alise Pizika 🇱🇻

Climate Neutrality Advisor to the Executive Director at Riga City Council

Driving circular economy solutions and startup ecosystem growth | Expert in strategic marketing and sustainable innovation.

Katrin Jõgi 🇪🇪

Sustainability Manager at Fibenol

Innovating with forestry residues for a greener future | Expert in bioplastics and sustainable materials.

Kotryna Ieva Vaičiulionytė 🇱🇹

Sustainability Specialist at Reitan Convenience Lithuania

Turning insights into impactful actions | Skilled in social anthropology and sustainable project coordination.

Ernesta Mačiulytė 🇱🇹

Climate change advisor| Member at Lithuanian Responsible Business Association

Accelerating global climate solutions | Expert in renewables, energy efficiency, and sustainable business models.

Mantas Dapkus 🇱🇹

Board member at Lithuanian Responsible Business Association | Expert in GHG emissions

Driving impactful carbon reduction and ESG initiatives | Expert in environmental management and GHG assessments.

Nino Inasaridze 🇱🇹

Sustainability Expert | CEO at Sustaiming | Board Member at the Lithuanian Responsible Business Association

Driving sustainable transformation for business success | Expert in environmental engineering and strategic sustainability.

Tadas Kavaliauskas 🇱🇹

Chief Sustainability Officer | Board member at Lithuanian Responsible Business Association

Pioneering sustainable innovations in plastics and manufacturing | Expert in sustainable production and environmental impact.

Gerda Žigienė 🇱🇹

Professor and sustainability strategist | Board member at Lithuanian Responsible Business Association

Transforming finance and education for a sustainable future | Expert in green finance, digital transformation, and ESG.

Indrė Kavaliauskaitė 🇱🇹

Director at Lithuanian Responsible Business Association (LAVA) | VIP Relations & Strategic Partnerships at ArtVilnius

Building impactful connections in sustainability and the arts | Expert in CSR, strategic partnerships, and cultural initiatives.

Indrė Beinoravičienė 🇱🇹

Sustainability Manager at IKI

Driving sustainable change in retail and beyond | Expert in corporate sustainability and project management.

Anrijs Tukulis 🇱🇻

Sustainability Project Manager at Virši | CINEA Young Energy Ambassador

Accelerating energy transition in Latvia | Expert in energy efficiency and environmental engineering.

Ilze Zumente 🇱🇻

Chief of Staff at The Customization Group | ESG researcher

Navigating M&A and ESG in global e-commerce | Financial strategist with academic insight.

Annika Sjöberg 🇫🇮

Associate Director at Anthesis Group | Angel investor

Investing in climate-positive tech | Sustainability strategist driving the green transition.

Jānis Upenieks 🇱🇻

Member of the Board at BONO Group

Advancing strategic growth in the woodtech sector | Experienced leader in business strategy and economic research.

Kadri Vunder Fontana 🇪🇪

Group Head of Sustainability at Luminor

Driving positive climate and biodiversity impact | Strategist in sustainable finance and corporate transformation.

Donatas Šumyla 🇱🇹

Head of Startup Partnerships at Swedbank Lithuania | ROCKIT Connector

Championing fintech and sustainable innovation | Bridging startups and the financial sector.

Lina Žemaitytė – Kirkman 🇱🇹

Head of ROCKIT

Driving fintech and sustainable innovation in the Baltics | Championing digital well-being and productivity.

Helery Pops 🇪🇪

Co-founder at Honey Badger Capital

Investing in purpose-driven startups | Building resilient companies through community and strategic support.

Lalit Gautam 🇬🇧

CEO of Sensegrass MIT 35 Under 35 | Forbes 30 Under 30

Innovating for a sustainable future | Building solutions for global impact through exponential technologies.

Kristīne Nagle 🇱🇻

Founder and Sustainability Advisor at Your Impact House | ESG Strategy and Communication Expert

Guiding businesses on their sustainability journey | From CSRD compliance to impactful storytelling.

Simas Abraskevicius 🇱🇹

Co-founder, data analyst and GHG calculation expert at Sustainalyse

Transforming data into actionable carbon strategies | Expert in GHG accounting and financial analysis.

Ieva Kazakeviciute 🇱🇹

Co-founder and sustainability expert at Sustain Academy

Empowering businesses with sustainable strategies | Sustainability advocate shaping ESG practices.

Austė Valikonytė 🇱🇹

Partner and sustainability expert at Sustain Advisory

Navigating ESG and sustainability reporting | Empowering companies to achieve measurable impact.

Madara Merle 🇱🇻

Nature & climate advocacy team expert at WWF

Championing environmental action for a sustainable future | Bridging biology and environmental engineering.

Rytis Kėvelaitis 🇱🇹

Founder and CEO at Energy Unlimited, Vice President of the Lithuanian Solar Energy Association

Transforming the Baltic energy landscape | 500MW pipeline of solar, wind, and storage projects.

Dr. Natālija Cudečka-Puriņa 🇱🇻

Associate Professor, Industrial Symbiosis Facilitator and leading scientist in Circular Economy

Driving sustainable change through education and policy | Expert in ESG, CSRD, and circular economy solutions.

Agnese Alksne-Bensone 🇱🇻

Owner of Sustainability Partners Ltd, Chairwoman of the Board at CSR Latvia

Pioneering sustainability in the Baltics | From corporate governance to impactful ESG strategies.

Gunita Ķiesnere 🇱🇻

Project Director, Baltic Eco-Industrial Park by Nordic Partners, Head of New Building School at Vidzeme University

Architect turned tech entrepreneur | Transforming construction with digital and sustainable innovation.

Elena Salamandîc-Alijošienė 🇱🇹

Partner at Katalista Ventures

Built Europe's first Triple Top Line accelerator in the Baltics | Turning climate action ideas into scalable startup success.

Heidi Solba 🇪🇪

President and Head of the Global Network at Let's Do It World

Created a movement that mobilized millions | Leading global action for a waste-free world through powerful networks.

Anna Andersone 🇱🇻

Co-founder and CEO at StartSchool | Chairperson of the Board at Riga Tech Girls

Built Latvia's next-gen tech education hub | Empowering women to lead in tech and beyond.

Kristina Šermukšnytė-Alešiūnienė 🇱🇹

European Clusters Alliance Vice-President, CEO AgriFood Lithuania

Award-winning cluster leader | Driving digital and green innovation across Europe's agri-food sector.

Povilas Žinys 🇱🇹

Director of Lithuania Plug and Play Tech Centre

Empowering Baltic startups with global VC connections | Innovating in payments, cybersecurity, and blockchain.

Liene Dubava 🇱🇻

CEO of Nasdaq Riga

Reshaping how Baltic markets value sustainability | Where green meets the bottom line.

Zane Valujeva 🇱🇻

Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Manager Danone Nordics and Baltics

Transforming startups into sustainability leaders | B Corp expert driving responsible innovation.

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