Building Bridges to the U.S. 2026

SOLD OUT - Registration has closed

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 

Join us in Brussels for an exclusive opportunity to explore business expansion in the United States. This event is tailored to connect Belgian companies with America, providing insights, and networking opportunities to create valuable connections. Don’t miss this chance to build valuable connections and explore new business frontiers.

Agenda 

9:00 AM  
     
Networking for Belgian Trade Agencies, Industry Federations and Chambers of Commerce with U.S. States representatives.

10:00 AM Start of Plenary Session

U.S. Embassy - Welcome Remarks by CDA Kathleen Lively and Ambassador Bill White
Business Testimonial by Jacques Marbehant, Sr. VP and Head of Transformational Programs & Infrastructure at UCB
Keynote on the Administration's Trade and Investment Policy by Gabriel Monzon Cortarelli, Becker Lawyers 
Introduction to SelectUSA by Stephanie Rothman, Sr. Investment Consultant, SELECTUSA 
U.S. States Pitches.
Panel discussion: A business perspective on the U.S. business and investment climate, with: 

12:30 PM U.S. State and Business Networking Lunch

2:00 PM  End of the event


Location:

BNP Paribas Fortis Event Center 
Baron Hortastraat 3-5 
1000 Brussel

PARTNERS