The Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts celebrates its 100th anniversary

100th anniversary highlight

President Antanas Smetona 1924 published a decree on the establishment of the Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Law on the Chamber adopted in the same year, and the first palace was actually established in 1925. In Kaunas, it is no coincidence that the highlight of this anniversary was also emerged in this city.

The Business Alley, founded in the Exhibition Hill, was solemnly unveiled by a centenary « Business Nail », which will remind future generations about the contribution of businesses developed in the country to the growth of Lithuania.

« With the establishment of the palace 100 years ago, our members were actively involved in communication with the Government and self -government. During the occupation, the palace was suspended during the occupation, but we can be glad that after the restoration of independence, the palace was restored, so we can enjoy the unity of the business community and

Business Alley in Kaunas was opened in 2018. And it is constantly filled with the most important businesses that create added value. Kaunas PPAR President Zigmantas Dargevičius took care of the business immortalization. He noted that « Business Avenue » consists of a stylized hammer, nail and a mountain of money, symbolizing industrial production, creation and success.

« This alley will remind us of business responsibility to continue the road, to build a sustainable and responsible business, respecting the person, the community and the environment. I wish the Business Alley and the 100th anniversary of the palace would be inspired by future generations and marks business strength, » added Z. Dargevičius.

« The city budget is the money paid by everyone, so I bow my head against businesses, because it is business that keeps the state. I am delighted with this 100th anniversary and that you decorate the city as you expand the Business Avenue,” said Kaunas Mayor Visvaldas Matijošaitis.

Signed committed

The Lithuanian KPPAR Association unites Kaunas, Klaipėda, Šiauliai and Panevėžys Palace, which has about 2 thousand. members with about 300 thousand. employees. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Council of the City House of City, the commitment to future generations was signed to keep Lithuania to maintain businesses, to continue to build jobs and to grow the country.

« We live in a period where the business environment is changing faster than ever. Digitalization, green transformation, global security challenges – all of which raise new questions and demand common answers. I strongly believe: the palace system is ready to be active participant. Z. Dargevičius.

He noted that the palace can and should seek more state -delegated functions: participate in the policy of labor force, help strengthen vocational training, provide expert conclusions, promote exports, and contribute to balanced regional development.

The voice of the business community must be heard through the palace as an active advisory partner contributing to the formation of real solutions.

« The voice of the business community must be heard through the palace – as an active advisory partner contributing to the formation of real solutions, » added Z. Dargevičius.

The palace has been important since its establishment in the formation of political decisions in the country, so communication with the country’s elected government is now one of the palace priorities. Business is convinced that only speaking one can discover the best solutions to Lithuania, so the signed commitment to future generations seems to have secured the highest goals.

« We are committed to mobilizing the business community and representing it for the sustainable economic growth and prosperity of society – to foster ethical businesses, to promote sustainable innovations, to invest in people, to protect our nature and to create financial well -being, to actively participate in state strengthening and security processes. »

Economic engine

On the occasion of the anniversary, the business community received congratulations of honorable guests, the highlight of which is not to stop cooperation.

« After the restoration of independence, it was perceived that not only soldiers and volunteers or lights, but also businesses are the future of our country. The state and business must talk and collaborate. It is not easy, because sometimes attitudes are different, but even then I have to look for the best solutions and discuss. Saulius Skvernelis.

« 100 years. These are thousands of stories. Both of the efforts and successes. About industrialists and merchants who, even at the most difficult time, believed that value is not only profit but also respect, communion, progress.

In recent years, Kaunas PPAR has been a huge breakthrough – we have grown not only in numbers but also in quality, impact and visibility. This proves what constructive and open cooperation can: with politicians and institutions, with partners and communities. I also sincerely wish all the other Lithuanian Chamber of Regions – to grow, grow, inspire its members and create the future worth our country, ”added Z. Dargevičius.

The 100th anniversary event of the Palace was culminated in the Raudondvaris Manor Arts Incubator not only the annual Lithuanian Export Prize, Lithuanian Businesswoman-Vadova and Labor Star Awards, but also the 100th anniversary gratitude signs to the business environment and organizations.

Awards were presented at the celebration

Gold’s « Work Star »

Sigitas Paulauskas, shareholder and owner of the VMG group.

Silver « Work Star »

Prime Minister Chief Advisor Kęstutis Kudzman, Chief of Business News editor Rolandas Barysas, Director of UAB Naujojis Nevėžis, Gediminas Krutuulis, Member of the Seimas Simonas Gentvilas, Head of KV Group UAB and Chairman of the Chamber Telšiai Branch Mantas Vaškys, Mayor of Akmenė Vitalijus Mitrofanovas, Vice -Chairman of the Seimas and Member of the European Parliament Juozas Olekas.

The 100th anniversary of thanksgiving

Chairman of the Board of Lytagra AB Adomas Balsys, Edvinas Rajuncas, Director of UAB ES Security, Members of the European Parliament Aurelijus Veryga and Virginijus Sinkevičius, Klaipėda City Mayor Arvydas Vaitkus, UAB Neo Group, Director of UAB Jurando Kinesitherapy Center Jurrandas Altuchovas Stanislovas Grušas, Director General of Non -Woven Factory, UAB Rūta, UAB Hoda, Utena District Municipality and Speaker of the Seimas S. Skvernelis.

Lithuanian Export Prize

UAB Teltonika Networks, Terekas UAB, Cherry Servers UAB and Schmitz Cargobull Baltic UAB.

Businesswoman of the Year

Rima Balanaškienė, owner and director of UAB Aconitum.