Greater Washington Board of Trade | Leading the Local Business Community

A region where everyone can succeed

For 130 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, blog articles, and more from the Board of Trade's programs and members.

March 15, 2023|

Board of Trade Staff

Governor Moore shares his plan for Maryland at Regional Policy Leadership Series

Governor Wes Moore joined the Greater Washington Board of Trade to kick off our Regional Policy Leadership Series conversations for 2023. Moore spoke about

March 10, 2023|

Jack McDougle, Board of Trade President & CEO

Concerns with American Legion Bridge project delay

It would be an understatement to say we are disappointed by the news that Maryland’s plan for a new American Legion Bridge and beltway

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Featured Programs

See how we are driving inclusive economic growth and livability in Greater Washington.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Board of Trade members are helping each other improve their diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies.

COVID-19 Response

The Board of Trade is focused on supporting its members and local government leaders in this public health crisis.

Our members

Large Corporations. Start-Ups. Universities. Non-Profits. Professional Associations. Our members span a range of sectors and industries across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia. As members, they enjoy year-round elevated networking and opportunities to develop their business and shape the region.

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WHAT COULD YOU DO WITH A BOARD OF TRADE MEMBERSHIP?

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Ridgewells has been a member of the Board of Trade for over 25 years. It is hands-down the best business organization that we belong to. Their networking opportunities are by far the most productive and rewarding.
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SUSAN LACZ

CEO | Ridgewells Catering

Oct 23, 2018

Accenture has been a member of the Board of Trade for decades because it is both reflective and forward looking, advances both business and community, and cares about helping both individual firms grow and the whole region thrive in the innovation economy of the 21st century.

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MARTY RODGERS

Managing Director-Metro DC & Health and Public Service-Southeast | Accenture

Oct 24, 2018

As a member for more than 36 years, we continue to enjoy and benefit from the dedication, innovation, and unwavering leadership the Board of Trade provides. It is the connective tissue in a town of leaders and continues to champion the potential of Greater Washington to overcome obstacles—now and into the future.

CARY HATCH

CEO and Brand Advocate | MDB Communications

Nov 7, 2018

I see great value in the breadth and scope of the Greater Washington Board of Trade member community. Organizations like mine, alongside businesses and government, bring diversity of perspective to address challenges and issues....

Amy Javaid

Executive Director - A Wider Circle

Jul 29, 2021

2018 Fall Business Classic

Upcoming Events

The Board of Trade hosts some form of event nearly every week of the year. These events range from productive working meetings to social gatherings to high-profile, ballroom-sized signature conferences.