Contributing to a more

connected and resilient Europe

Supporting Expansion Within EU · Fostering Cross-Border Connections · Addressing European Matters

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My Worldview

My commitment to European affairs is rooted in my personal and professional experience. Born in Latvia, living in Sweden, and working internationally for more than a decade, I have come to appreciate the value and impact of cross-border cooperation and the exchange of perspectives.

Whatever the challenge, there are many timeless reminders of what’s possible when people come together. One of those inspirational stories I keep coming back to is the Baltic Way, when around two million people joined hands in

a human chain to claim their freedom. It remains a profound example of what people can achieve when they come together around a shared mission. It is more than a historical turning point. It is reminder of the power of connection, solidarity and collective action.

Our ability across Europe to connect across borders, disciplines and perspectives matters more than ever. Whether in business, research,

innovation or policy, progress depends on our willingness to collaborate,

recognise shared challenges and possibilities, and act on them.

The Baltic Way, 1989

Photo: Laimonis Stīpnieks

(CC BY-SA 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/

This is the mission I am taking on. I dedicate my work to connecting people, fields and countries, and supporting those that contribute to

a more connected and resilient Europe.

About

My Experience

I have worked across research and innovation, business, the creative industries, education and the public sector, including the development and leadership of EU-level projects. My work has involved strategic positioning, communication, business development and developing strategic partnerships.

A recurring part of my work has been identifying what makes a country, organisation or initiative distinctive, clarifying its value, and defining a strategic path forward that helps others see the change it aims to bring.

Working across EU-level initiatives has given me an in-depth understanding of different policies, practices and business environments across Europe, as well as how organisations can access relevant networks, develop partnerships and build connections across borders.

Strategic positioning & business development

I have developed strategic positioning for a country, businesses and initiatives at an international level.

This has given me an ability to connect strategic positioning with business opportunities, identify relevant partnership possibilities for growth across EU.

Audiovisual media & publishing

My background in filmmaking, publications and media has given me extensive experience in developing the right story, approach and format to help others understand the value and impact of their work.

European initiatives & networks

For more than 10 years, I have worked with EU-scale initiatives and EU-funded projects. This experience has given me a practical understanding of European innovation, funding and business ecosystems, and networks.

Research & innovation engagement

I have worked with research and innovation organisations, supporting their communication and stakeholder engagement.

I have worked with complex research and innovation and communicated its value, relevance and potential to

different audiences and stakeholders.

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How I Collaborate

01 — Strategic Positioning

Identifying what makes an organisation, initiative or industry distinctive, defining its value and relevance, and establishing a strategic position that reflects the specific context, market and audiences in which it operates.

02 — Strategic Partnerships and Sustainable Business Development

Identifying potential partners and relevant stakeholders, developing relationships, representing organisations externally, and supporting businesses and organisations as they expand into new countries, develop local partnerships and build opportunities across markets.