Side events
All side events are FREE and open to everyone with or without a TechChill Pass, unless indicated otherwise.
19, 21 & 25 Apr
Student Challenge
18:00 - 20:00/21:00
Those who can prove that they are truly driven will get to attend the best event for learning the ropes of technology and the startup world in the Baltics. The event gives a unique opportunity to learn from international experts, make new contacts, and meet your future partners or employers.
SSE & LMA
27 Apr
10:00 - 11:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Karma Academy: How to build impactful brands in startups
When companies are young they are often obliged to search for success in the most opportunistic manner, typically with a product at an early agile stage. This may sometimes weaken the power and clarity of the brand. In this session we talk about how and why brands matter in start-ups.
10:00 - 11:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Masterclass: Introduction to eToro and Investing
Learn how to use the technology eToro provides in order to invest wisely during these turbulent times. The technology consists of the amazing power of social investing, copy trading, and enhanced analysis done by using our chart technologies, indicators and news features.
10:00 - 17:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
EIT awareness day
The EIT Community will provide an introduction to its ongoing activities in Latvia and at pan-European level, as well as specific information on potential areas for cooperation with interested national stakeholders.
Fifty Founders Bootcamp
10:30 - 15:00
Get the last polishing touches on your stage pitch together with experienced mentors and pitch coaches at the TechChill Fifty Founders Pitch Bootcamp. Experienced coaches will prepare you to shine on stage and guide you through the best practices, tips & tricks, and prep you up for the jury Q&A.
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
11:30 - 12:30
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Masterclass: CBB&B (Cross-Border Business & Burgers) by Httpool
Normunds from Httpool will share ideas, best practices, and tips on how to avoid the most common mistakes of Cross-Border Business. Learn the most cost-effective markets to enter, how to approach different markets, how to decide on the ad budget and setup, and much more.
12:00 - 16:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
INO Academy Demo Day
Innovation Academy (INO) pre-acceleration program was launched in January. 35 teams were accepted, gathering 107 participants. During Techchill, everyone is invited to the demo event, where teams will present the solutions developed in the program.
13:00 - 14:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Masterclass: B2B SaaS growth playbook revealed by Google
How do B2B SaaS brands grow? How to set up your B2B SaaS to succeed with Google Ads? What’s the secret part of growth equation that many B2B SaaS founders forget? These questions and many more will be answered during this masterclass on B2B SaaS growth.
13:00 - 14:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Creative Business Cup Latvia 2022
Creative Business Cup Latvia is a selection of National winners for Creative Business Cup Global. The competition is organized by Creative Industries Incubator of the Latvian Investment and Development Agency as a national partner of the Danish organization Creative Business Network.
14:00 - 16:00
Latvian National Museum of Art, Jāņa Rozentāla laukums 1, Riga
Riga City Tour
A 2-hour walking tour is the best way to discover Riga from a local’s point of you. A brisk walk through Riga center – seeing the most monumental places and hearing the stories that have shaped Riga.
14:30 - 15:30
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Masterclass: Nailing the pitch by Tera Ventures
From your deck to your investor pipeline, and through the pitch and the data room, this comprehensive masterclass will give you tips and info on how to run a successful fundraising process.
15:00 - 17:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Business Angel Meetup
Whether you already have a decent portfolio or you’re just starting to think of your first investment, the Business Angel meetup is the place for you to learn the dos, the don’ts, and everything in between.
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Media Tour by Truesix
15:00 - 21:00
Top secret
Exclusive side event for the media representatives attending TechChill 2022 showcasing some of the local startup ecosystem highlights.
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16:00 - 17:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Masterclass: How to grow your business with Microsoft?
If scaling your business, finding new customers, and going abroad is what wakes you up at night, you are welcome to our session where we share opportunities and how Microsoft can help in this journey.
Investor Day by Change Ventures
16:30 - 19:00
An exclusive informal get-together for the investors attending TechChill 2022, featuring insights from Andreas Helbig (Atomico), Virginia Pozzato (Dawn Capital), Henry Jefferies (Accel), Agate S. Freimane (Norrsken VC), and Tae Hea Nahm (Storm Ventures) and topping it off with a glass of wine and dedicated networking with top VCs from around the globe.
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
18:00 - 20:00
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Career Move by Nordigen
Was one of your new year’s resolutions to find a super cool employer that would empower you to go behind innovative borders? If you’re thinking about making a career change but aren’t sure what you want to do or where to start then look no further because we got your back!
18:30 - 20:30
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
GameDev.lv Meetup and BRSD 11 Awards
Latvian Game developers association is excited to welcome new faces to one of our meetups we're hosting in TechChill!
18:30 - 20:30
Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala gatve 74a
Microsoft Founders Hub Meetup
Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub is an initiative by Microsoft corporation that helps remove traditional barriers to building a company with free access to the technology, coaching, and support so you can hit your next milestone.
28 Apr
VIP Reception powered by sennder
08:30 - 09:30
Top secret
TechChill and sennder invite to kick off TechChill 2022 in style by enjoying the best food in the best company.
Speakers Dinner powered by Scaleway
18:30 - 20:00
TechChill and Scaleway invite all the speakers for a networking event – it’s about building relationships, sharing experiences, and most importantly having a laugh or two.
Top secret
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Meta Party powered by Gravity Team
22:00 - 02:00
TechChill and Gravity Team invites you to a grand celebration, grab a Jameson cocktail or a craft beer3 by Mežpils, or even better – try both. Discover your inner Shakira on the karaoke stage, dance like there’s no tomorrow along with DJ Rihards Bražinskis and live tunes from Sugar Sugar.
Hanzas Perons, Hanzas iela 16A
29 Apr
07:30 - 08:30
Latvian National Museum of Arts (Krisjana Valdemara iela side)
Karma Run
#karmarun is back in Riga, to be a part of your TechChill morning ritual. Come join us to discover the city whilst giving a great start to the day, hopefully leaving you more energized for the event whilst making a few new friends along the way.
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Morph Party powered by WinWin Solutions
20:00 - 02:00
WinWin Solutions, an official TikTok and Bing Ads
marketing partner, invite you to say goodbye to TechChill 2022 together by sharing good vibes and conversations.