Leading Cooperation Network

Commercialization Reactor Has Created the Leading Cooperation Network with Latvian and International Universities

Commercialization Reactor has created the leading cooperation network of Latvian and international universities, in order to promote the commercialisation of science in Latvia. This includes 30+ universities and research centres, such as University of Latvia, Latvian Institute of Organic Synthesis, Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Ljubljana, University of Maribor, University of Salamanca, National Polytechnic University of Armenia, National University «Yuri Kondratyuk Poltava…

Dr. Krishnaswamy Sankaran on why Industry Giants Need Startups

Dr. Krishnaswamy Sankaran on “Why Do Industry Giants Need Startups?”

“One of the ways in which mature companies can maintain their competitiveness and be one step ahead in changing market conditions is to form collaborations with startups, thereby diversifying risks, gaining faster access to innovations and new talents.” — Dr. Krishnaswamy SANKARAN | Senior Industry Leader | 2020 Mission Innovation Champion | 2021 Nordic Energy Prize | Partner…

Ilona Gulchak, Commercilaization Reactor, on why it is important to think internationally

Ilona Gulchak on Why It Is Important To Think Internationally

“If we want a national economy with higher added value not only “on paper”, but also in reality, then Latvia has to form international consortia, combine our talents with international ones, because only this way will we be able to create viable science-intensive startups worthy of state investment.”— Ilona Gulchak | Chairperson of the Commercialization Reactor Fund | TOP100…

Connect2Scale Kick-off Event

Recap from Connect2Scale Kick-off Event

Last week, Commercialization Reactor (CR) participated in the Latvian Business Angels Network (LatBan) Connect2Scale Kick-off event, filled with experience exchange by the vibrant deep-tech ecosystem in the Baltic region.  Here are some highlights: 📈 Cyril Golub, Chairman of the Board at LatBan, kicked off the event by presenting a comprehensive review of LatBan’s achievements in 2023, shedding light on the…

Start'Ship Project Announcement

Start’Ship Project: International Effort with Diverse International Partners

We are super excited to share that Commercialization Reactor is participating in a joint international effort to launch the Start’Ship project 🚀, with the main goals to promote, develop and strengthen the entrepreneurial skills of higher education students through practical activities and an interactive training programme! 🎓 The overall objectives of the project are as follows:​✅ Raise awareness of…

Ilona Gulchak and Ella Kalnina in Top 100 Women in CEE

Commercialization Reactor Partners are in “Top 100 Women in CEE”

We’re very proud to share that two exceptional women from Commercialization Reactor platform and Fund, Ilona Gulchak and Ella Kalnina, have been recognised in the “Top 100 Women in VC in CEE.”! 🔹 Ilona Gulchak is Managing Partner at Commercialization Reactor as well as Chairperson of the Board at Commercialization Reactor Fund. Her rich background in banking, finance, and management, combined with her role at our…

Hello Cleantech

Join Hello Cleantech 2.0 Startup Challenge

The second edition of Hello CleanTech programme for cleantech start-ups, entrepreneurs and innovators is on! Join us and find potential investors, partners and customers. By taking part in the programme you can gain: Access to services provided by programme partners in specific tracks, Get support from technology experts and mentoring offered by partners, Fast Track…

Commercialization Reactor at Nordeep Summit

Commercialization Reactor at NORDEEP Summit

This year at NORDEEP Summit, our Managing Partner, Head of Entrepreneurship & Ecosystem Architect at Commercialization Reactor –  Anton Adamovitch – delivered a spectacular keynote with a title “In the Mind of Deep Tech Founder” to the excited audience of the deep tech business summit! 🎉 The keynote was followed by a Panel discussion on “Navigating…