200+ SENATORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
ASE Spring Summit is a premier event in magical Riga, this 6-day gathering (24.03 – 29.03) included:
Pre-tour: 24, 25, 26 – (2 nights) and Summit: 27, 28, 29 – (2 nights) encourages networking and collaboration among passionate leaders. Attendees will engage in enlightening discussions and impactful business visits, ensuring memorable experiences for all participants.
Final 35 seats – don’t miss your chance!
23.03
19:00 – 23:00 Dinner together at your own expense
7:00 – 10:00 Breakfast at the hotel Konventa sēta
9:00 Departure and guided trip to Jaunpils
12:00 – 16:00 Visit to Jaunpils: the romantic Jaunpils Castle, once a hunting lodge of Riga’s mayor Jaunpils Brewery, lunch
16:00 – 18:00 Trip to Liepaja, the pearl of the Kurzeme region
Accommodation in the hotel Līva
19:00 – 21:00 Dinner at the restaurant “Upe”
Afterparty in Klondaika
25.03
7:00 – 10:00 Breakfast at the hotel Līva
9:00 – 13:00 Historical and cultural program in Liepaja
13:00 – 14:30 Lunch at Promenade Hotel Piano Restaurant
14:30 – 17:00 Visits to companies
19:00 – 21:00 Banquet with entrepreneurs at the “Lielais dzintars”
Afterparty in Klondaika
7:00 – 10:00 Breakfast at the hotel Līva
9:30 – 10:00 Trip to Kuldīga
10:30 – 14:00 Cultural program with a guide in Kuldīga
14:00 – 15:30 Lunch at KOPA taste
15:30 Departure to Riga
19:30 – 23:00 Networking dinner on your cost at the Ala pub-most authentic and unique Latvian pub in Old Riga, spend the night in the ancient wine cellars, experiencing traditional and modern Latvian cuisine which offers one of the widest ranges of local draft beer produced in Latvia
23:00 – 1:30 The informal part of the evening at Konventa sēta
7:00 – 9:00 Breakfast at the hotel Konventa sēta
9:00 – 15:00 Culture and Business Program
12:30 – 13:30 Light lunch
15:30 – 17:00 Dinner at the Kaļķu vārti restaurant
19:00 – 22:00 Opera performance – Pietro Mascagni Cavalleria rusticana & Ruggero Leoncavallo Pagliacci, at the Opera House
Dresscode: smart / business casual
22:30 – 1:30 Senate bar
7:00 – 9:00 Breakfast at the hotel Konventa sēta
9:00 – 12:30 Culture and Business Program
9:30 – 11:30 ASE Board meeting at Konventa sēta
13:00 – 16:00 Lunch at the Kaļķu vārti restaurant
15:00 – 17:00 Hairdresser appointment by prior arrangement
18:00 – 18:45 Reception
18:45 – 23:00 GALA with raffle and auction in the majestic room of Culture and Folk Art Centre Mazā Ģilde (Small Guild)
Dresscode: black tie
23:00 – 2:00 The informal evening part continues at the Senate Bar
29.03
8:00 – 11:00 Long breakfast/light brunch at the hotel Konventa sēta
13:00 – ……. Relaxation in SPA (on cost) / departure
Registration closes on March 1st
Beer Restaurant – Two More Beers
Next to the hotel, guests will find a popular beer restaurant, ranked #9 in Riga on TripAdvisor. It offers a wide range of beers, excellent cuisine, and a friendly atmosphere – perfect for lunch, dinner, business meetings, or watching live sports. Hotel breakfast is also served here daily until 11:00.
Riga’s Only Cruffin Pastry Shop
Located just a short walk from the hotel, this unique pastry shop is the only place in Riga where you can enjoy freshly baked “cruffins” – a perfect fusion of croissant and muffin. With more than 15 varieties, from rich chocolate and pistachio to caramel and strawberry, it’s a must-try treat. Enjoy them with coffee or tea on-site, or take them to go for a sweet (or savory) indulgence nearby.
Upon arrival, there are several transportation options available from the airport to the hotel:
Transfer: Red Cab Special price pick-up from the airport – 22-23 EUR. If an 8-seater is needed, then +6 EUR. To receive this discount: go to the Redcab taxi in the taxi queue and say the password “ASE Spring Summit”. If there is no taxi available, call the call center (+371 60008383) and a car will be sent
No. 22 bus from Riga Airport to the city centre: Public transport | RIX
Bus – ride 15 stops till “Autoosta” and then walk 8 minutes till the hotel (note that the Old Town is mostly paved). Price per ticket is 1,81 EUR.
Latvian National Opera
Till 15.09.2025
300 Eur
from 16.09.2025
400 EUR
From 01.12.2025
450 EUR
from 01.02.2026
480 EUR
Adventure through Latvia’s scenic KURZEME REGION with delicious traditional food and 2 night stay while discovering:
An exclusive tour of Liepāja, the pearl of the Kurzeme region
The romantic Jaunpils Castle, once a hunting lodge of Riga’s mayor
The stunning Ventas Rumba in Kuldīga – Europe’s widest natural waterfall and many other exciting places.
Pre-Tour Early Bird Price – 425 EUR (includes a two-night stay exploring regional Latvia: accommodation, guided activities, meals, and transportation). Book by December 1! From December 2, the price will be 465 EUR.
We recommend that participants arrive in Riga by Monday, as the pre-tour will depart on Tuesday at approximately 9:00 AM. Please note that accommodation for the night prior to the pre-tour (Monday) is at your own cost.
NOTE! If you will be staying through the event, you will need to book extra on the night from 26.03 to 27.03and if you plan to arrive earlier, for example on the 23.03 (Monday), or 26.03 (Thursday)we can assist you in booking an additional night at the hotel as well.
Summit attendees can enjoy guided tours to the Art Nouveau District, the Latvian National Museum of Art, the UNESCO-listed Old Town, and the Latvian Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation. Plus, there’s much more to discover in vibrant, historic Riga.
Igors Djacenko
COC Director
ASE President 2024/2025
Professional background: Entrepreneur
Senator
Victoria Djacenko
EVENT DIRECTOR
Guntars Kapostins
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Elizabete Gribuska
RESERVATION MANAGER
If you choose to cancel your participation, please refer to the refund policy below:
Cancellations on or before 31 October 2025: A full refund will be issued within 7 days of receiving your request.
Cancellations between 1 November 2025 and 1 February 2026: A 50% refund will be issued within 7 days of receiving your request.
After 1 February 2026: No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this date
COC reserves the right to cancel the registration at any time without the obligation to provide any explanation.