In his new position, Rožkalns is focused on leading and advancing the UPB Nams team, as well as driving the promotion of construction services. Additionally, one of his responsibilities is to direct the digitalization process within the company. "Such areas as digitization, artificial intelligence, and other innovations will transform the construction industry in the coming years, so I see that my professional knowledge and past experience will be valuable in promoting the further development of UPB Nams. Equally important is that not only UPB is a heavyweight in exports, but it also generates power for the Latvian economy and is a flagship in its industry," Rožkalns expresses his thoughts on becoming part of the UPB Nams.
Kaspars Rožkalns has over 10 years of cumulative experience in leading various teams and companies, including his recent three-year tenure as the Director of the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA). Previously, he managed a translation agency called Linearis in the Baltic states and China, as well as LIAA's representative offices in China and Germany. During this period, Rožkalns implemented various changes in digitalization and organizational culture, creating new synergies and promoting innovation.
UPB Nams is part of the UPB Group and is one of the leading construction companies in Latvia with extensive experience in the construction of public, commercial, industrial, sports, and other types of buildings, as well as in Design & Build projects. UPB Nams achieved a turnover of 24.11 million euros in 2022.
