BRIDGING TWO WORLDS

Bridging Latvian Innovation
& American Opportunity

We connect founders, investors, and tech leaders to foster the next generation of global success stories.

OUR MISSION

Why We Exist

Building Bridges Between Two Ecosystems

The Latvian American Start-up Association (LASA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to building bridges between the vibrant startup ecosystem in Latvia and the capital markets of the United States. We provide the network you need to scale globally.

Based across Boston MA, Charlotte NC, and Riga, Latvia, we bring together founders, investors, mentors, and operators who believe the best companies can be built from anywhere.

WHAT WE OFFER

Empowering the Ecosystem

01

Market Expansion

Guidance for Latvian startups looking to incorporate and scale within the US market.

02

Mentorship

Connect with seasoned entrepreneurs and executives who have successfully navigated the trans-Atlantic leap.

03

Investor Access

Curated introductions to Angel investors and VCs specifically interested in Baltic innovation.

FOUNDING MEMBERS

The People Behind LASA

A founding team of operators, investors and builders with deep roots in both the Latvian and American tech ecosystems.

Krisjanis Ozols

Krisjanis Ozols

Co-Founder & Advisor

Print-on-demand industry veteran and former head of Operations Development & Innovation at FYUL (Printful), where he built and scaled R&D and QA functions across a global fulfillment network. Angel investor and consultant specializing in AI, automation, supply chain, and GTM strategy.

  • AI & Automation
  • Supply Chain
  • GTM Strategy
  • Angel Investor
EVENTS

Connect In Person

We bring founders, investors and operators together across Boston, Charlotte and Riga.

MAR 25–27
Riga, Latvia · Fantadroms

US Focused from Day 1

Co-presented with TechChill 2026

Many promising Baltic startups never reach their full potential because they don't consider the US market early enough. Join a panel discussion with experienced founders who have successfully entered the American market and learned what it actually takes to scale internationally.

Register on Luma →

More events coming soon.

ABOUT LASA

Community & Contact

We bring together Latvian entrepreneurs, innovators, and startup enthusiasts across America with founders, investors, and mentors in Boston, Charlotte, and Riga. Reach out to learn more or get involved.

Get in Touch

letsgo@latvianstartups.com

JOIN LASA

Ready to Bridge Two Worlds?

Whether you are a Latvian founder looking to break into the US market, or an American investor seeking Baltic innovation — LASA is your bridge.