In the high-stakes world of global economics, every nation is a finely tuned racing machine, pushing the limits to attract the investments that fuel innovation, drive growth, and power a winning future. Lithuania isn’t just on the grid, it’s engineered for speed, ready to dominate the track of international investments.

Strap in and get ready for a valuable ride! The American Chamber of Commerce in Lithuania, the largest foreign chamber in the Baltics, presents the

Foreign Investors Annual Summit 2025, organized for the 4th time, and set to take place on September 26th in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Join this highly successful event, which attracts over 700 participants every year – including business leaders, decision-makers, investors, and experts.

This summit is your exclusive access to the fast lane of meaningful dialogue – a direct, high-performance exchange between investors and Lithuanian authorities.

You’ll also have the opportunity to network with top C-level professionals and gain valuable insights into the latest industry trends.

Don’t miss your chance to join us and make lasting connections!

Through engaging panel discussions, inspiring keynote presentations, and interactive fireside chats, attendees will explore Lithuania’s potential on the global stage – and what must be improved for the country to become a model for others to follow.

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8:00 – 9:00 | Registration & Welcome Coffee

9:00 – 9:03 | Welcome Words by Summit Moderator Vilius Bernatonis, Managing Partner at TEGOS Law Firm and AmCham Vice-Chairman

9:03 – 9:10 | Opening Remarks by Dovilė Šakalienė, Minister of National Defence of Lithuania

9:10 – 9:15 | Opening Speech by Valdas Benkunskas, Mayor of Vilnius

09:15 – 09:35 | Keynote Presentation | Global FDI in Flux: Exploring Lithuania’s Investment Potential | Chris Knight, Managing Director of FT Locations, which is part of The Financial Times Ltd.

09:35 – 10:05 | Exclusive Fireside Chat with Edvinas Grikšas, Minister of Economy and Innovation of Lithuania|

Moderator: Liudvika Starkienė, Senior Manager, Policy for the Baltics, Amgen

10:05 – 10:35 | CEO talks: How to navigate investments in a chaotic world? | Petras Narbutas, Founder and President of the NARBUTAS Group |

Moderator: Vilius Bernatonis, Managing Partner at TEGOS Law Firm and AmCham Vice-Chairman

10:35 – 11:10 | Panel Discussion: Investing in Defense & Technology

Meet our experts:

• Dr. Sigutė Stankevičiūtė, Mach Industries, Baltic and Poland Manager
• Andrius Šimėnas, Nortal Lithuania, Head of Delivery
• Mimi Keshani, Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer at Hadean
• Rimantas Žylius, Palantir Technologies, Deployment Strategist / International Government.
• Wolfgang Riedel, Managing Partner & Founder Riedel Consulting (Stuttgart, Germany)

Moderator: Bob Hess, Vice Chairman, Global Strategy (Newmark Arlington Heights, IL, USA)

11:10 – 11:35 | Networking Break

11:35 – 12:10 | Panel Discussion: Investing in Future: Education, Health, and Talent as Growth Drivers

Meet our experts:

• Marius Skuodis, Board Member, Bank of Lithuania
• Guillaume Hugé, General Manager, Baltics and Ukraine, AbbVie
• Dr. Amanda Sunderman, Director, The American International School of Vilnius
• Denis Chichmaryov, Head of EPAM Lithuania & Latvia
• Elias van Herwaarden, Principal Locationperspectives (Brussels)

Moderator: Nicholette Ross, Site Selection Consultant, Global Location Strategies (Netherlands)

12:10 – 12:40 | CEO Talks: Why Strong Leadership Matters More Than Ever? | Arminta Saladžienė, Vice President, European Markets | CEO, Nasdaq Vilnius Services |

Moderator: Vilius Bernatonis, Managing Partner at TEGOS Law Firm and AmCham Vice-Chairman

12:40 – 13:00 | Keynote Presentation | How Can (Lithuanian) Businesses Benefit From the Emerging Trends in Fintech? | Dr. Ozan Ozerk, serial entrepreneur and the founder of European Merchant Bank (EMBank)

13:00 – 13:30 | Exclusive Fireside Chat with Inga Ruginienė, Appointed Prime Minister of Lithuania 

13:30 – 14:10 | Exclusive Debate: How Business and Policymakers Can Work Together

• Dainius Kreivys, Member of the Lithuanian Parliament
• Giedrimas Jeglinskas, Member of the Lithuanian Parliament, Chair of the National Security and Defence Committee
• Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen, Leader of the Liberal Movement Party, Deputy Speaker of the Lithuanian Parliament
• Lina Šiumetė, CEO at Coherent Solutions
• Yigit Dizdarer, General Manager, Baltic States, Philip Morris International

Moderator: Vilius Bernatonis, Managing Partner at TEGOS Law Firm and AmCham Vice-Chairman

14:10 – 15:10 | Forum Closing | Networking Time

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The World’s Leading Location Strategists will join us at the Foreign Investors Annual Summit 2025!

Behind the majority of corporate location decisions stands a professional site selection consultant who helps companies identify the best location for talent, operating costs, office or plant options, and more.

These experts have helped hundreds of companies around the world with expansion and relocation decisions over the past decade. In addition, they work closely with economic development professionals through a range of networking initiatives and offerings to help make their communities more competitive and successful. Take this opportunity to meet them at the Foreign Investors Annual Summit 2025 and discuss your business!

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At the Foreign Investors Annual Summit 2025, international aftercare companies and guests have a unique opportunity to book exclusive, 𝐨𝐧𝐞-𝐭𝐨-𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 with global business strategy experts and Lithuania’s leading investment, legal, and support institutions – all in one place.

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟒𝟓-𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 are designed to provide practical guidance on business expansion, reinvestment, regulatory matters, and long-term growth strategy.

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡:
▪️ Lietuvos bankas – financial regulation, fintech licensing, payment infrastructure.
▪️ Migracijos departamentas – residence and work permits, compliance.
▪️ Legal experts – TEGOS Law firm – one of the leading law firms in the Baltics, advising Fortune 500 companies on M&A, finance, regulation, real estate, and dispute resolution.
▪️ Business expansion consultants – globally recognized Site Selectors Guild’s consultants working with Fortune 500 investors. Their first-hand insights into corporate decision-making provide a rare opportunity for Lithuania’s aftercare teams to better understand investor expectations, global market trends, and best practices.
▪️ Invest Lithuania – expansion strategy, incentives, sector insights, talent availability.
▪️ International House Vilnius – talent relocation, family services, community integration.

Whether you are scaling operations, reinvesting, or relocating talent, this is your opportunity to speak directly with the experts who guide global leaders and shape corporate expansion strategies worldwide.

⚠️ Registration is required, and slots are limited. Register for 1:1 consultations, CLICK HERE >>

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Attendance at this summit is by registration only. Registration is completely free of charge.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation that will shape Lithuania’s economic landscape and elevate its international standing.

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• When: September 26th, 2025, from 09:00 to 15:00

• Where: Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva (Konstitucijos av. 20, Vilnius 08105)

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