NALB Forum 2026 in Los Angeles Concludes on a Grand Note

The North American Lithuanian Business Forum (NALB Forum) 2026 successfully concluded in Los Angeles after four dynamic days of networking, discussions, and transatlantic collaboration from April 27–30, 2026. Bringing together business leaders, innovators, policymakers, investors, academics, and members of the Lithuanian diaspora from across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Lithuania, this year’s Forum once again demonstrated the growing strength of Lithuanian–North American economic cooperation.

Held for the first time on the U.S. West Coast, the Forum’s main events took place at UCLA’s Covel Commons, while networking gatherings welcomed participants throughout Los Angeles. The 2026 edition focused strongly on innovation, artificial intelligence, defense and dual-use technologies, space, fintech, creative industries, and advanced manufacturing.

This year’s distinguished program featured keynote speakers and experts from globally recognized institutions and companies, including NVIDIA, Caltech, SHIELD Capital, Loyola Law School Los Angeles, and leading AI and technology startups. Discussions explored the future of artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, global partnerships, and opportunities for Lithuanian companies seeking expansion into the North American market.

The Forum also welcomed official delegations from Lithuania, including representatives from the Ministry of the Economy and Innovation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, municipalities, universities, and research institutions. Strong Lithuanian business delegations represented sectors ranging from IT and defense to FoodTech and creative industries.

Since its establishment in 2019, the NALB Forum has grown into one of the most important transatlantic platforms connecting Lithuania and North America. Previous editions were held in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, New York, and Boston, with each year expanding the network of partnerships and opportunities between the two regions.

The Baltic American Chamber of Commerce (BACC) congratulates the organizers, speakers, sponsors, and participants on another highly successful Forum and looks forward to continuing to strengthen business and professional ties between Lithuania, the Baltics, and North America in the years ahead.

For more information about the Forum, visit NALB Forum Website.