The Baltic Business Forum is the region's leading leadership and innovation conference, bringing together world-renowned speakers, bestselling authors and business leaders to share the ideas, strategies and technologies shaping better businesses.
Join more than 500 CEOs, founders and executives for a day of practical insights, meaningful connections and world-class inspiration.
Return to your business with ideas you can implement immediately, perspectives that challenge your thinking, and connections that create new opportunities.
Welcome
Keynote Speakers
Experience an unparalleled lineup of speakers at the premier annual event in the Baltics!
André Noël Chaker
One of the most sought-after keynote speakers and moderators in Northern Europe
Conference Moderator
One of Northern Europe’s most sought-after keynote speakers and moderators, known for powerful insights on business excellence and cultural success. A Canadian-born lawyer and entrepreneur, author of the best-selling book The Finnish Miracle. Blending North American optimism with Finnish rationality, inspires audiences with practical strategies on leadership, innovation, and communication.
Perry McCarthy
Ex Formula One driver, a bestselling author and was the original secret racing driver from BBC’s Top Gear - 'The Stig’.
Performance and Determination
A journey to Formula 1 widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary stories in motorsport history. From working on North Sea oil rigs to becoming a Grand Prix driver—and the original Stig on Top Gear—defied incredible odds to reach the top. Now a world-class motivational speaker, using signature humor to share powerful lessons on resilience, performance, and teamwork.
James Taylor
Entrepreneur, Author and Speaker
Artificial intelligence and Human Creativity
An internationally recognized keynote speaker and expert in creativity, innovation, sustainability, and artificial intelligence. Over 20 years, has advised CEOs, entrepreneurs, governments, and rock stars on unlocking creative potential and building innovative organizations. Focused on helping leaders thrive in the age of AI, as explored in the upcoming book SuperCreativity.
Jamil Qureshi
Performance Psychologist & High-Performance Expert
High Performance Mindset
One of the world’s leading experts in performance psychology, working with elite athletes and top business leaders to unlock peak potential. Has helped multiple athletes reach world number one and was the first official psychologist for the European Ryder Cup team. Known for a dynamic style, translating complex psychology into practical strategies that drive performance and results.
Anastasia Varava
Head of Research at SEBx
How Emerging Technologies Will Reshape Business
Explores emerging technologies shaping the future of business. With a PhD in computer science and a background in AI research, works at the intersection of academia and industry to drive innovation. Focus spans artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and future technologies redefining how organizations operate.
Jordi Casas
Head of HR Interntational at ERGO
AI Without I or E
He has over 25 years of experience leading people strategy through major business transformation across Europe, the United States, and Asia. His work spans HR strategy, executive competency frameworks, compensation architecture, and cross-border workforce integration. Jordi is known for pairing rigorous, data-driven HR strategy with a deeply human approach to leadership.
The lineup is growing — more top voices to be announced soon!
Who Attends
Among Our Attendees
Testimonials
Quality of the event
A fantastic event with outstanding speakers. This is exactly the kind of high-quality business event we’ve been missing — I hope it becomes an annual tradition
People & growth
You’re surrounded by accomplished people and have the opportunity to hear truly outstanding speakers. It’s the kind of environment that challenges you to keep developing
New perspectives
An incredibly thought-provoking experience that genuinely shifts the way you think. I’m leaving with new perspectives and insights that I’ll be reflecting on long after the event
Agenda
"Carpe diem. Seize the day. Make your lives extraordinary."
Dead Poets Society (1989)
FORUM
November 24, 2026
Join us for a one-day live event that you won’t want to miss! Expect an unforgettable experience, featuring inspiring speakers, interactive sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. This is your chance to gain fresh insights and build meaningful connections that last. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
9.30-10.00
VIPs exclusive session:
SPEAK OR DIE — Influence in the Age of AI. How to Develop Your Human Edge as a Leader
André Noël Chaker
One of the most sought-after keynote speakers and moderators in Northern Europe
As AI becomes more capable, the ability to communicate, influence and connect as a human becomes even more important. This exclusive session explores how leaders can strengthen their presence, sharpen their message and develop the distinctly human qualities that technology cannot easily replace.
10.10-10.20
Opening
Juris Kabakovs
CEO and founder of Baltic Business Forum
10.20-11.20
High Performance Mindset
Jamil Qureshi
Performance Psychologist & High-Performance Expert
Exceptional performance starts with the way we think. This session explores the psychology behind high performance and how changes in mindset, behaviour and perspective can help leaders and teams perform better, respond to pressure and achieve stronger results.
11.20-12.10
AI Without I or E
Jordi Casas
Head of HR Interntational at ERGO
As AI takes over more analytical and repetitive work, creativity becomes an increasingly important human advantage. This session explores how leaders can use AI to enhance rather than replace human imagination, generate better ideas and build organisations capable of innovating faster.
12.10-13.10
Lunch & Networking
13.10-14.00
Artificial intelligence and Human Creativity
James Taylor
Entrepreneur, Author and Speaker
9.00
Doors open
Coffee & light refreshments
AI is changing how organisations work, make decisions and manage people. This session explores where AI can genuinely add value, where human judgement and emotion still matter, and how companies can adopt new technology without losing the human side of leadership and work.
14.00-14.30
How Emerging Technologies
Will Reshape Business
Aastasia Varava
Head of Research at SEBx
From artificial intelligence and quantum computing to technologies still emerging from research labs, the next wave of innovation could fundamentally change how companies operate. This session explores which developments matter most and what leaders should understand today to prepare their businesses for tomorrow.
14.30-15.30
Discussion TBC
15.30-16.10
Coffee & Networking
Technology, geopolitics, changing markets and new expectations of leadership are creating an increasingly complex business environment. This discussion brings together Baltic business leaders to explore how companies can navigate uncertainty, remain competitive and continue finding opportunities for growth.
16.10-17.00
Performance and Determination
Perry McCarthy (The STIG)
Ex Formula One driver, a bestselling author and was the original secret racing driver from BBC’s Top Gear - 'The Stig’.
What does it take to keep going when the odds are against you? This session explores determination, resilience, calculated risk and performance under pressure — and what the extraordinary world of Formula One can teach business leaders about overcoming setbacks and pursuing ambitious goals.
17.00-17.10
Closing Remarks
Juris Kabakovs & André Noël Chaker
17.10-19.00
After party & Networking
Discussion
Juris Kabakovs (Latvia)
Baltic Business Forum,
Host
DAY 2: MASTERCLASSES
November 26, 2025
After an enriching Day One, get ready to dive even deeper into our journey on Day Two! We have two exceptional speakers lined up, who will share their practical expertise in dedicated masterclasses and guide you through actionable steps to implement their insights. Prepare for a session filled with valuable knowledge that will take your learning to the next level!
9.00-9.30
Coffee & Networking
9.30-11.00
The New Leadership Playbook – Conversations that Deliver Results
Join Andrew Bryant for a transformative masterclass, where you'll discover what most people get wrong about leadership and learn proven strategies to enhance your leadership skills. Through real-life examples and interactive conversations, you'll master the formula for performance, explore feedback techniques, and navigate tough conversations with ease. Learn how to influence, get to “yes,” and tell compelling stories that leave a lasting legacy.
11.00-11.30
Coffee & Networking
11.30-13.00
Turn Setbacks into Personal Climax
In this engaging masterclass with Fred Colantonio, attendees will learn how to transform setbacks into opportunities for growth and success. Discover how to overcome the psychological traps of failure and shift from negative spirals to positive, productive mindsets. Fred’s unique approach will help you identify your personal failure-handling profile and provide actionable strategies for resilience and personal growth. Learn the essential keys to rising above challenges and turning obstacles into personal and professional triumphs.
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As Dilbert once famously said to his Pointy-haired Boss - you should have invested in me!
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