French-American Business Summit 2026
About French-American Business Summit 2026
French-American Business Summit - 2026 Innovation on both sides of the Atlantic
April 21, 2026 6:00pm -9:00pm (French Ambassador’s Residence)
French Ambassador's Residence: 2221 Kalorama Road, N.W. Washington, D.C
An exclusive Champagne reception at the French Ambassador's Residence on the evening of April 21 is also organized for the event's sponsors, speakers, and attendees.
This high-level gathering will provide a valuable opportunity to engage with key industry stakeholders, foster strategic connections, and explore potential collaborations in an exceptional setting.
*Only available to speakers, sponsors, and attendees of the Summit. Not available separately.
April 22, 2026 All day (Embassy of France)
Embassy of France: 4101 Reservoir Rd, N.W. Washington, DC - 20007
2026 French-American Business Summit
One Day Business, Cultural & Networking Event at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Theme: Redefining Innovation on both side of the Atlantic - Competitiveness, AI, and the Future of the Transatlantic Economy
This year’s Summit will explore how businesses on both sides of the Atlantic can adapt and thrive amid evolving tariff policies and a rapidly changing global economic landscape.
Format: TED-style Talk
Join us for an inspiring series of talks, insightful discussions, and meaningful networking opportunities with leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.
* Breakfast/lunch will be available
Become a Sponsor
The 8th French-American Business Summit in Washington, D.C. offers a unique opportunity for exhibitors and sponsors to boost their visibility and grow their business, featuring inspiring keynote speakers, networking events, and a showcase of top French and American companies, all set within the prestigious “Maison Française” at the French Embassy
L'Expo: A French-American Exhibition
French and American companies, institutions and organizations will showcase their products and/or services to a public of international professionals, meet potential clients and partners, network and take advantage of the presence of renowned experts.
The 9th edition of the French-American Business Summit will take place in Washington, D.C., in the elegant and exclusive setting of the French Embassy, on Wednesday April 22 at the Maison Française.
This B2B event is organized – under the High Patronage of the Ambassador of France to the United States – by the French-American Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C., whose mission is to advance fruitful business relationships for its members and support bilateral trade.
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French-American Chamber of Commerce
Since its founding in 1986, the French-American Chamber of Commerce has become the most important private organization for promoting trade and investment between France and the U.S Our goal is to support strong economic relations between the two countries, and to facilitate business development opportunities for our members in the greater Washington, DC region. As a private, not-for-profit, commercial service organization (501(c)6), the French-American Chamber of Commerce is funded solely through membership dues, sponsorships, and proceeds from events and services. We organize about 80+ events a year. Many are at the beautiful Maison Française at the French Embassy in Washington, DC or at the elegant French Ambassador’s Residence, but we have also organized many events at our members’ or partners’ sites.