November 2026 Building Bridges to the U.S.A.

Join us in Brussels for an exclusive opportunity to explore possibilities for your business in the United States. This event is tailored for Belgian companies seeking to enter and grow in the U.S. market. Participants will gain practical insights, build meaningful connections, and benefit from targeted networking opportunities. 

Two panels will provide practical insights for companies looking to expand to the United States, including scaleups and SME+ companies. You will receive a policy update, investment opportunities, how to work with federal and local government, incentives, access to capital, and more. 

We are proud to have 17 U.S. States participating the event. It is possible to pre-scheduling meetings in advance through the online portal. These meetings are useful to discuss your future investments or learn about incentive programs, local ecosystems, rules and regulations, and why you should consider expanding to their respective state. 

To register, please click on the registration button below. You will have to create a quick profile and please note that there is a vetting process in place.

Agenda

09:00 AM – Doors Open (Warande)

Networking session for Belgian Trade Agencies, Industry Federations, and Chambers of Commerce with U.S. state representatives.

10:00 AM – Plenary Session (Whitlock Hall)

• US Embassy - Welcome remarks by Bill White, U.S. Embassador to Belgium 
• DESOTEC - Belgian business testimonial on the launching of DESOTEC USA
• Bridging the gap - Panel discussion with Becker Lawyers and Prager Metis
   Topics: U.S. Expansion, Fundraising and Policy  
• Building in the USA - Panel discussion with Evans Group and Bank of America
   Topics: Site selection, permits and regulation  
• SelectUSA - Introduction to SELECTUSA and the SelectUSA Investment Summit
 

12:15 PM – Business Meetings & Networking (Warande)

Meet one‑on‑one with U.S. state representatives and connect with Belgian business leaders to share insights on investing and developing business in the United States.

2:00 - 5:00 PM – Join the Council of American States in Europe (C.A.S.E.) for their 50th Anniversary Reception and America 250 reception. (Warande)

The Council of American States in Europe is celebrating 55 years of partnership, collaboration and shared success. To mark this special occasion, CASE warmly invites you to join their festive afternoon of celebration, networking and reconnection. 

Please RSVP and confirm your attendance by November 6, 2026. You can register here: for this special event: https://CASE55USA250.eventbrite.com

Venue

Brussels — De Warande & Whitlock Hall
Rue Ducale 2 / Hertogstraat 2, 1000 Brussels