As part of a project funded by the European Union Recovery and Resilience Facility, Daugavpils University invites entrepreneurs to a practical conference titled “Smart Borders: Digital Innovation and Security,” dedicated to business development in the digital age. The conference will take place on May 20, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Augšdaugava Municipality Culture Centre “Vārpa”.

This event is specifically designed for entrepreneurs—both current and aspiring—who wish to grow their businesses, enhance their competitiveness, and make more effective use of digital opportunities. At the event, industry experts and practitioners will share specific, proven solutions that help companies grow and adapt to current market demands.

Practical benefits for business

The conference program is designed with a clear goal—to provide entrepreneurs with real tools and knowledge for business development. Participants will gain:

• an understanding of how digitalization helps optimize processes and increase a company’s competitiveness;
• practical solutions for using digital marketing to attract customers and boost sales;
• essential information on cybersecurity and corporate data protection;
• an overview of available funding opportunities for a company’s digital development;
• knowledge about the importance of education and continuous learning for a company’s growth.

Discussions on real-world challenges for entrepreneurs

Panel discussions will focus specifically on issues relevant to entrepreneurs—the lack of digital skills, challenges in technology adoption, and security risks. Experts will not only analyze the situation but also offer specific, practical solutions.

It’s more than just a conference—it’s an opportunity to advance your business

Participating in the event offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to:

• establish new business contacts and partnerships;
• exchange experiences with other entrepreneurs;
• gain new ideas for the development and progress of their companies.

Registration and further information

To participate in the conference, you must register in advance by filling out the registration form (the form is available here). Due to the limited number of seats, the organizers advise not to delay registration until the last minute.

The conference program will be available on the Daugavpils University website—we encourage you to stay updated with the latest information.

The publication is created as part of the European Union Recovery and Resilience Facility project “Digital innovation and development of digital skills for entrepreneurs” (Project No. 2.3.1.2.i.0/3/24/I/CFLA/002). Daugavpils University is the sole responsible for the content, the views expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union.

For further information, contact:

Biruta Mūrniece
Phone: +371 26472110
Email: biruta.murniece@du.lv