Laima Balciune is leading the Sunrise Science and Tech Park in Vilnius, Lithuania. The Park is a dynamic hub that nurtures Innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration in various high-tech fields. It actively supports startups by providing incubation programs, mentorship, funding opportunities, and access to a network of experts and investors. It plays a vital role in driving economic growth, technological advancement, and the development of a vibrant startup ecosystem in Lithuania. Before joining the Park, Laima worked for the Ministry of Economy and Innovation and took care of Lithuania’s Innovation, entrepreneurship, and clusterization policy.