Mark your calendars for the GLL SUMMER GATHERING 2024❗️ This year, we will meet in Kaunas just before the opening of the Song Festival, offering a unique opportunity to unite diaspora leaders. 🌐👋

📆 When: June 27, 12AM - 6.30PM + 7 - 11PM Networking @TeleSoftas 
📍 Where: Kaunas, Zalgiris Arena, Amfiteatras
Get your ticket until June 25!

👉 This year we focus on spotlighting the transformative power of interdisciplinarity, intersectionality, and cutting-edge innovations beyond conventional boundaries. Each thematic session will feature esteemed experts from diverse backgrounds, while interactive workshops will provide a forum for all participants to exchange insights and ideas.

PROGRAM AND SPEAKERS

12:00 - 13:00   |  Registration, Welcome Coffee & Networking
--- The host of the event - GLL volunteer Sigita Jurkynaitė.
13:00 - 13:20   |  Welcome & Opening Remarks
--- Marija Šaraitė, CEO at Global Lithuanian Leaders
--- Marius Skuodis, Minister of Transport and Communication
--- Mantas Jurgutis, Deputy Mayor at Kaunas City Municipality
13:20 - 14:15   |  Panel Discussion | Diaspora-Friendly Employers: Building Bridges for Mutual Success
--- Aušrinė Armonaitė, Minister of Economy and Innovation
--- Duncan Barker, CTO at Ignitis Renewables
--- Dalia Petkevičienė, Partner at TRIBES Search
--- Rokas Adlis, Fund Manager at Lords LB Asset Management
--- Moderator: Monika Da Silva Xavier, Head of Talent Strategy at Spike Technologies Inc.
14:15 - 15:00   |  Keynote & Conversation | Connecting Diaspora with Hometowns: Inspiring Collaborations
--- Tadas Stankevičius, Managing Director at Kaunas IN
--- Viktorija Chmieliauskaitė, Architect, Lecturer at Technische Hochschule Nürnberg
--- Moderator: Jurgita Jaruševičienė, CEO at EdTech Startup Mokosi.lt, Chair of the Board at EdTech Lithuania Association
15:00 - 15:30   |  Coffee Break & Networking
15:30 - 16:45   |  Thematic Discussions & Working Groups
16:45 - 17:15   |  Coffee Break & Networking
17:15 - 18:00   |  Fireside Chat | Navigating Culture in a Changing World
--- Mūza Rubackytė, The most Famous Lithuanian Concert Pianist, Founder and Artistic Director of Vilnius Piano Festival
--- Ray Bartkus, Lithuanian-American Visual Artist, Educator, Activist
--- Rimantas Stanevičius, Creative Director and Partner at an Independent Advertising Agency Milk
18:00 - 18:30   |  Closing of the Event
-------- Change of the location --------
19:00 - 23:00   |  Networking Event @TeleSoftas Office (K.Donelaičio str. 60, building A - map)

THEMATIC DISCUSSIONS & WORKING GROUPS
Dive deep into insightful discussions on Lithuania's prosperity across various industries.
Join one of the 4 parallel sessions:

💡Global Defense Innovations: the Role of Diaspora in Business Expansion | Discussion powered by Innovation Agency Lithuania
--- Dr. Sigutė Stankevičiūtė, Head of the ManuFuture Lab Department at Innovation Agency Lithuania
--- Tomas Milašauskas, CEO at RSI Europe
--- Laurynas Šatas, CEO at AktyvusPhotonics
--- Aneta Pavli, Deep-tech Strategist
--- Ernestas Žvaigždinas, Co-founder and CEO at Broswarm
--- Moderator: Pranciškus Vaišvila, Industry Development Manager at Innovation Agency Lithuania

💡Global Aviation Trends: Strengths and Role of Lithuanian Businesses | Discussion powered by the Ministry of Transport and Communications
--- Agnė Vaiciukevičiūtė, Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications
--- Simonas Bartkus, CEO at Lithuanian Airports
--- Orijana Mašalė, Chair of the Board at Lithuanian Civil Aviation Association (CAVIA)
--- Aleksandras Nemunaitis, Chair of the Board at National Lithuanian Aviation Association (LAVIA)
--- Vilma Deltuvaitė, Strategic Planner at EUROCONTROL
--- Vilius Veitas, Transport Attaché at Permanent Representation of Lithuania to the European Union
--- Moderator: Rytis Valūnas, Independent Board Member at Smiltynes perkela and BMI Executive Institute

💡Visionaries: Leading the Future of Creative Industries | Workshop powered by the National Association of Creative and Cultural Industries
--- Agnė Begetė, Director at AGATA Lithuanian Neighbouring Rights Association
--- Jonas Liugaila, Board Member at Lithuanian Design Association
--- Kęstutis Drazdauskas, Board Member at Baltic Film & Creative Tech Cluster
--- Ričardas Jaščemskas, Project Manager at Lithuanian Game Developers Association
--- Laurynas Žakevičius, Chair of the Board at National Association of Creative and Cultural Industries
--- Moderator: Viktorija Mickutė, New York based Producer and Director

💡Opportunities for the Diaspora in the Lithuanian Startup Ecosystem | Workshop powered by Lithuanian Business Angels Network
--- Rita Sakus, Board Member at LitBAN and EBAN
--- Apolinaras Sinkevičius, Serial Entrepreneur and Passionate Practitioner of Patriotic Capitalism
--- Martynas Kandzeras, Board Member at LitBAN, Founder of Kandzeras Foundation
--- Rūta Grėskaitė, Investor Relations Manager at Startup Lithuania
--- Monika Da Silva Xavier, Head of Talent Strategy at Spike Technologies Inc.
--- Moderator: Gytenis Galkis, Board Member at LitBAN, Partner at Superhero Capital
--- Co-moderator: Andrius Neviera, Commercial Attache in New York

The GLL Summer Gathering is an annual one-day summer conference bringing together global Lithuanian professionals. Our mission is to foster connections between Lithuanian institutions, businesses, NGOs, and diaspora professionals, building bridges for collaboration and growth.

The event will be held in English.

ORGANIZER:
Global Lithuanian Leaders

EVENT PARTNERS:
Kaunas IN
Ministry of Transport and Communications
Innovation Agency Lithuania
Ignitis Group
TeleSoftas

SIDE EVENTS

Our partner Kaunas IN is offering exclusive side events available only for GLL Summer Gathering participants. 
Don't miss out! Secure your spot:

🚀 June 28 | Boat Ride on the Nemunas: Discover Kaunas' vibrant socioeconomic landscape while cruising down the river (Limited to 35 spots). Secure your spot here. 

🚀 June 28 | Tour of Kaunas Modernism: Explore the architectural gems that define Kaunas' unique style (Limited to 25 spots). Secure your spot here.

🚀 June 26 | Kaunas Startup Showcase and Networking Night: Delve into Kaunas' thriving startup scene and its future potential (200 spots). Secure your spot here.

ACCOMMODATION

If you're traveling to join us, rest assured—we've got excellent accommodation options lined up for you! Take advantage of special discounts from our partners to make your stay in Kaunas comfortable and convenient. Here are a couple of fantastic options:
👉 Ibis Kaunas Centre / Ibis Styles Kaunas Centre
Enjoy a 20% discount with the code GLL_2024. Book via email: gabija.germanaite@accor.com.

👉Radisson Hotel Kaunas
Receive a 10% discount with the code GLL_2024.
For reservations, contact: kaunas.reservations@radisson.com Or call: +370 655 65395 or +370 37 306 106