Leading

The Board of Trade is a strategic, member-driven association of leaders focused on elevating the region’s inclusive growth and global competitiveness while improving member organizations through relationships, advocacy, analysis, and targeted programs and initiatives.

Innovating

The Board of Trade harnesses creativity and collaboration to pioneer solutions that drive inclusive growth and elevate the region’s global standing for the benefit of the entire community.

Convening

The Board of Trade is the highest-level networking outlet across multiple sectors. Membership accelerates business development, cultivates communities of practice, builds sustaining relationships, and improves the region’s economy.

Advocating

The Board of Trade advances regional policy initiatives, drives infrastructure needs and generates innovative solutions for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

A Region Where Everyone Can Succeed

For 135 years, the Board of Trade has represented all industry sectors in the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Pro-business and non-partisan, we use our tremendous convening power to drive smart, innovative solutions for inclusive economic growth and livability.

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News & Blogs

News, insights, articles, and more from the Board of Trade and members.

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May 30, 2025 Board of Trade

Letter to WMATA and WMSC Boards Urging Dispute Resolution Process for Safety Technology Adoption

About This Letter of Support: In this letter to the WMATA and WMSC Boards, the Greater Washington Board of Trade urges t...

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May 16, 2025 Board of Trade

GWBOT May 2025 Legislative Update

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May 15, 2025 Board of Trade

Executive Leadership Roundtable Recap: Leaders Respond to a Changing Economy

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May 14, 2025 Board of Trade

Agenda Watch: Leading Through the First 100 Days

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May 14, 2025 Board of Trade

Letter of Support: ‘District of Columbia Fiscal Autonomy Act’ advancing to House floor

Featured Programs & Events

Explore key programs that foster collaboration and growth.

Reflecting on the 105th Mid-Winter Dinner

More than 700 members, public officials, and regional leaders joined the Greater Washington Board of Trade on March 26 for the 105th Mid-Winter Dinner.
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2025 TD Morning Star Speaker Series

This year’s TD Morning Star Speaker Series is crafted to help Board of Trade members elevate leadership through the power of human connection.
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A Community Dialogue on the Future of 11th Street Bridge Park

The Board of Trade brought together community stakeholders to converse about the11th Street Bridge Park Bridge Project.
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Our Members

Large Corporations. Start-Ups. Universities. Non-Profits. Government. Our members span a range of sectors and industries across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Together, we collaborate to amplify what is working well, aggregate our resources for greater impact, and identify and close gaps to generate bold and positive change for our dynamic region.

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What Could you Do With a Board of Trade Membership?

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As a convener, the Board of Trade brings together voices from across our region, enabling all of us to better collaborate and increase our impact in the Greater Washington marketplace.

Radha Muthiah

President & CEO | Capital Area Food Bank

The Board of Trade excels at convening, creating partnerships, and working across sectors to build a more prosperous business environment and strong community across our region.

Jermaine Johnson

Regional President Greater Washington and Virginia | PNC

The Board of Trade enabled me to connect with the business community by maintaining and strengthening relationships and even fostering new ones.

Anne Kress

President | Northern Virginia Community College

I’ve been involved in many business organizations over the years and found great value in being a member of the Board of Trade. I’ve formed long-lasting relationships with key business community leaders as well developed meaningful relationships with current and potential clients.

Ernie Jarvis

Vice Chairman | Savills North America

Upcoming Events

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Jun.

11 2025

Executive Lunch: Gauging Regional Economic Sustainability Through Mobility & Connectivity

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

  In Partnership with United Airlines Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of […]

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Jun.

12 2025

State of DC Economy with Mayor Bowser presented by Holland & Knight LLP

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

  Join the Greater Washington Board of Trade in partnership with Holland & Knight for our State of the DC Economy with Mayor Muriel Bowser.   As Greater Washington navigates economic […]

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Jun.

17 2025

GWBOT Executive Committee Meeting

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

    For more than 135 years, the Board of Trade has represented all industry sectors in the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Pro-business and non-partisan, we […]

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Jun.

25 2025

Executive Lunch: Collaborative Efforts for Student Success and Skill Development

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

  Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely […]

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Jun.

26 2025

TD Bank Morning Star Speaker Series: Strategic Leadership Decision-Making Through Culinary Teamwork

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

  This year’s TD Bank Morning Star Speaker Series is designed to elevate leadership through human connection. Inspired by TD Bank’s Unexpectedly Human campaign, this three-part series integrates experiential learning […]

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Sep.

24 2025

2025 Fall Business Classic

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Get ready for an evening of high-level networking, great conversation, and meaningful connection at this year’s Fall Business Classic – one of the Board of Trade’s most anticipated signature events. […]

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