November 9, 2026 — Washington, D.C. —
The B20 USA Summit was a unique opportunity to strengthen the business partnerships that underpin global growth.
For three days, the vibrant Wharf district of Washington D.C. became the epicenter of global commerce, giving participants direct access to the countries and businesses that make up three-quarters of global trade, all at once. The B20 USA Summit, hosted by the U.S. Chamber, was the culmination of a year-long series of convenings designed to forge and strengthen relationships that drive growth.
Team USA Winter and Summer Olympic and Paralympic athletes joined U.S. Chamber SVP @rickycwade to reflect on how the American sports industry is a prime example of how competition connects us all, transcending borders and creating opportunity. Gia Pergolini and 7 other Team USA athletes were a part of the OPENING CEREMONY of B20.
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For the first time in its history, the B20 Summit is coming to the United States. Hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the B20 USA Summit will bring thousands of business leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and international delegates to Washington, D.C., November 9–11, for three days of conversations focused on strengthening the global economy and advancing opportunities for growth.
With economies representing 85% of global GDP and two-thirds of the world’s population, the B20 serves as a powerful platform for business leaders to shape the global economic agenda and advance policies that drive investment, innovation, and growth.
The summit represents the culmination of a yearlong effort led by B20 USA Co-Chairs Suzanne P. Clark, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Ross Perot Jr., alongside B20 USA Sherpa Kevin Brady. Together, they have brought business leaders from across the world together to advance policies that support economic growth, competitiveness, and investment.
Those policies are reflected in the B20 Leaders Statement, which developed focused, practical recommendations in four areas: economic growth, innovation, trade and energy. The Leaders Statement was developed by Task Forces led by Ken Griffin, CEO of Citadel (Economic Growth), David Zapolosky, Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer of Amazon (Innovation), Jim Fitterling, Executive Chairman of the Board of Dow (Trade), and Scott Strazik, CEO and President of GE Vernova (Energy).
Previewing the B20 Summit
At the B20 USA Summit, we are expecting nearly 5,000 business leaders, policymakers and international delegates from nearly 100 countries, with more than 90 leaders speaking across the program.
The B20 agenda features prominent business executives, government officials and international leaders discussing everything from trade and energy security to technology, investment and the next drivers of economic growth at The Anthem. Featured speakers include Carol B. Tomé of UPS, Gary Cohn of IBM, Tom Wilson of Allstate, Kate Johnson of Lumen Technologies, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Isiah Thomas of Isiah Enterprises, and many more. The gathering will reflect the B20’s international reach, bringing together perspectives from economies representing approximately 75% of global trade. Senior government officials and international leaders, including WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, will join conversations on the economic issues facing global business.
