GWBOT April 2026 Newsletter

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GWBOT April 2026 Newsletter

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The Board of Trade remains focused on advancing the priorities that matter most to Greater Washington. This April newsletter highlights a variety of engagements we have had across Greater Washington with members and public officials, as well as meaningful updates on the priorities we are following in the region. We also have a variety of member news updates that showcase regional collaboration!

Here are a few specific highlights you will read about: 

  • Jack McDougle’s latest Viewpoint calls for reimagining K-12 education to better prepare students for the region’s innovation economy and long-term competitiveness.
  • The 106th Mid-Winter Dinner, presented by PNC Bank, brought together business, government, and civic leaders at the Washington National Cathedral for an evening celebrating regional relationships and collaboration.
  • A new Board of Trade article argues that Greater Washington needs a stronger mobility mindset and more coordinated transportation solutions to support growth and economic opportunity.
  • WMATA is marking 50 years of Metrorail service, recognizing Metro’s lasting role in keeping the region connected.
  • The newsletter also spotlights spring member programming, regional news, and member updates from organizations across Greater Washington.

Read Our April Newsletter

Greater Washington Must Build the Nation’s Leading K-12 Talent Pipeline

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This Washington Business Journal Viewpoint by Greater Washington Board of Trade President & CEO Jack McDougle argues that reimagining K-12 education is essential to the region’s long-term economic competitiveness and national security. As Greater Washington works to diversify beyond its reliance on the federal government, McDougle says schools must stop preparing students for an outdated economy and instead equip students with the foundational skills needed for a fast-changing, innovation-driven workforce. The piece frames talent as a form of economic infrastructure and warns that the gap between classroom learning and real-world demands has become too wide to ignore.

A central theme of McDougle’s viewpoint is that career readiness must begin in K-12, not wait until college. He calls for a shift from a “college for all” mindset to a broader “careers for all” approach, emphasizing critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity as essential competencies for every student. The article also highlights the growing importance of math, data literacy, and AI awareness, arguing that students should not just learn to use emerging technologies, but understand them well enough to apply them responsibly and creatively to real-world challenges.

As part of the Washington Business Journal Viewpoint series, the article concludes with a call for a regionwide strategy across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to better connect classrooms with the needs of industry. McDougle points to experiential learning models like Odyssey of the Mind and Junior Achievement’s 3DE as examples of how students can build practical skills through problem-solving and teamwork. He then outlines three pillars for reform: introducing digital literacy early, involving employers in shaping curriculum, and advancing students based on demonstrated competency rather than seat time, positioning Greater Washington to build the nation’s strongest K-12 talent pipeline.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE

ABOUT THE BOARD OF TRADE

The Greater Washington Board of Trade, founded in 1889, is the region’s premier non-partisan business organization representing industry, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies. The Board of Trade addresses complex and always-evolving business concerns that stretch across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia, with a priority focus on inclusive economic growth, improving the business climate, and enhancing the region’s economic competitiveness.  

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Celebrating a Night of Impact at the 106th Mid-Winter Dinner

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Hundreds of members, public officials, and regional leaders joined the Greater Washington Board of Trade on March 25 for the 106th Mid-Winter Dinner, presented by PNC, to share an evening grounded in connection, momentum, and purpose. 

Set within the breathtaking Washington National Cathedral, this year’s event blended elegance, tradition, and a collective commitment to the region’s future. Thanks to the support of our presenting sponsor, PNC, guests enjoyed a memorable evening featuring a gourmet dining experience from Ridgewells Catering and an atmosphere designed to spark meaningful conversations and lasting relationships. 

The Mid-Winter Dinner is more than a celebration; it is a cornerstone of regional leadership. For more than a century, this signature event has brought together changemakers to reflect, refocus, and recommit to advancing the Greater Washington region. In a moment when unity and cross-sector collaboration are more essential than ever, the evening underscored what is possible when our region comes together with clarity, purpose, and shared resolve. 

Let’s carry the spirit of Mid-Winter forward by strengthening connections, shaping policy, and building a stronger, more resilient region for all. 

View event photos from the 106th Mid-Winter Dinner here

View Step and Repeat photos from the 106th Mid-Winter Dinner here

We extend our sincere gratitude to all our sponsors for helping make this signature event truly unforgettable. 

 

America’s 250th Regional Resources and Festivities Guide

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On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This historic milestone offers a moment to reflect on our shared past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead to the future we aspire to build for generations to come.

Across the Greater Washington region, the Semiquincentennial will also bring unique celebrations, events, and opportunities that highlight our nation’s history and showcase the strength, diversity, and innovation of our regional community.

Browse the resources and festivities below to get a full picture of how Greater Washington will mark this once-in-a-generation milestone.

Regional Resources & Festivities:

American250 

America250 is a nonpartisan initiative working to engage every American in commemorating the 250th anniversary of our country. This multi-year effort, from now through July 4, 2026, is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.

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Trust for the National Mall

Inspired by this monumental moment, the Trust for the National Mall and the National Park Service are building legacy restoration projects, civic learning opportunities and volunteer programs on the National Mall and at the White House and President’s Park.

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Freedom250

Freedom 250 is a national, non-partisan organization helping lead the celebration of our Nation’s 250th birthday. Working together with the White House Task Force 250, federal agencies, and the Commission, Freedom 250 serves as the official public-private partnership that connects, aligns, and amplifies national and local efforts to deliver the defining presidential moments of this anniversary year.

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Our Shared Future: 250 – Smithsonian

The Smithsonian will celebrate the nation’s successes, contemplate the consequences of our history, commemorate the sacrifices of those who have worked to uphold the nation’s ideals, and ask Americans to commit to advancing our democracy and preserving our shared future.

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DC 250

From monumental events and historic exhibitions to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, Washington, DC already has an incredible lineup of ways to honor 250 years of American independence in 2026. Stay up to date with special programming and need-to-know info so that you can make the most of this unforgettable milestone.

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VA 250

Established by the General Assembly in 2020, VA250 serves to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Revolutionary War, and the Independence of the United States in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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Maryland 250 Commission

In observance of America’s 250th anniversary, Maryland is looking back at its state’s contributions to American history through the eyes and experiences of fellow Marylanders. This commemoration is for every one of us, from the Chesapeake Bay to the mountain peaks out west. Attend events, get involved, give back, and gain perspective.

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Mount Vernon 250

In spring 2026, Mount Vernon will unveil a revitalized George Washington exhibit. This updated space will focus on why Washington matters today and how the decisions he made in his lifetime continue to impact us in the 21st century.

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Daughters of the American Revolution

In celebration of our country’s 250th anniversary, the Daughters of the American Revolution are privileged to present this special event, which will underscore the immense contribution of women veterans and spotlight the impact they have made throughout our nation’s history.

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Freedom 250 Grand Prix

The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., will recognize the historic milestone of America’s independence and celebrate the unparalleled tradition and legacy of America’s motorsports industry.

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About the Greater Washington Board of Trade

The Greater Washington Board of Trade, founded in 1889, is the region’s premier non-partisan business organization representing industry, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies. The Board of Trade addresses complex and always-evolving business concerns that stretch across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia, with a priority focus on inclusive economic growth, improving the business climate, and enhancing the region’s economic competitiveness. Learn more about the Board of Trade and its mission at www.boardoftrade.org.

Keeping Greater Washington Connected Requires a New Mobility Mindset

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Transportation in Greater Washington is no longer just about traffic, transit lines, or long-planned infrastructure projects. It is about whether the region can function in a way that supports growth, access, and competitiveness in a very different economic and workforce environment than the one our systems were originally built to serve. 

At our recent Executive Lunch, sponsored by United Airlines, leaders from across the region discussed what modern mobility really requires. The conversation moved quickly from airports and Metro to congestion, housing, workforce access, and regional coordination. Underneath it all was a broader question: are we designing a transportation system around how people actually live and work today? 

A Strong System Still Has User Experience Gaps 

There was broad recognition around the table that Greater Washington has major transportation assets. Leaders pointed to progress at Dulles International Airport, including United’s new concourse opening later this year and longer-term efforts to continue modernizing the airport experience. Participants also noted the value of transit access to both airports and the importance of major investments already underway across the region. 

But one of the clearest themes from the discussion was that mobility is defined not only by what gets built, but by whether the system works in real life for the people who rely on it. Again and again, the conversation returned to time, convenience, and connectivity. 

Even where transit exists, it is often neither seamless nor fast enough, nor connected enough, to compete with the flexibility people need in their daily lives. For many residents, especially outside the urban core, driving remains the only practical option. For others, transit works for some trips, but not for the cross-regional movement that increasingly defines work and life in Greater Washington. That gap between access on paper and usability in practice is where much of the region’s frustration now sits. 

Mobility Is Now a Workforce and Competitiveness Issue 

That challenge is bigger than commuting. When mobility systems are fragmented or inefficient, they affect where employers locate, whether workers return to offices, how students access internships and campuses, and how families manage time and opportunity. 

That was one of the strongest takeaways from the lunch: mobility is no longer a standalone transportation issue. It sits alongside housing, workforce, and economic competitiveness as part of the same regional challenge. Systems originally designed around traditional downtown commuting now have to support more varied movement across the region while also responding to changing work patterns, affordability pressures, and employer needs. 

What Is the Region Solving For? 

The conversation also surfaced a harder but important question: what, exactly, is Greater Washington trying to optimize for? 

Is the goal to reduce congestion? Supporting downtown recovery? Expanding transit access? Improving convenience? Advancing sustainability goals? Increasing economic competitiveness? In practice, the region is trying to do all of those things at once, often through systems built separately and still operating that way today. 

That fragmentation remains one of the region’s biggest obstacles. Transportation systems have been developed over time across jurisdictions and agencies, with priorities that do not always align. No single project will solve that. A rebuilt bridge, a new lane, or a transit extension can help, but the broader point raised around the table was that the region needs a more integrated approach, one that reflects how people move today, not how systems were designed decades ago. 

Keeping Greater Washington connected will require more than investment alone. It will require stronger coordination, a clearer focus on outcomes, and a willingness to think regionally about mobility, access, and growth. That is not a secondary concern. It is foundational to the region’s future. 

To learn more about how your organization can be involved in our energy initiative, reach out to [email protected].  

Insights from the Table is a membership-driven series of takeaways from our Executive Lunches, where local and regional leaders help inform the Board of Trade’s thinking and shape the work we do in a rapidly evolving environment. These conversations help surface the practical challenges, emerging priorities, and regional opportunities that matter most to Greater Washington’s future. 

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GWBOT March 2026 Newsletter

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The Board of Trade remains focused on advancing the priorities that matter most to Greater Washington. This March newsletter highlights a variety of engagements we have had across Greater Washington with members and public officials, as well as meaningful updates on the priorities we are following in the region. We also have a variety of member news updates that showcase regional collaboration!

Read our March 2026 Newsletter here

What We’re Hearing Across Greater Washington This Spring

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There is a lot moving across the region right now. 

Not all of it fits neatly into one category, and not all of it is happening in one place. Some of the biggest conversations shaping Greater Washington this spring are unfolding in Richmond and Annapolis. Others are playing out in the District, through the D.C. mayoral race, the evolving council landscape, and ongoing debates about how the city grows, governs, and competes. 

Taken together, they point to something bigger: this is a moment when leadership, infrastructure, workforce, and policy decisions are converging in ways that will shape the region’s future. 

Transportation is one of the clearest examples. Metro funding remains a central regional priority, not simply as a transit issue, but as part of the broader question of how Greater Washington supports mobility, access, and long-term economic growth. At the same time, conversations around autonomous vehicles continue to test how quickly local policy can keep up with emerging technologies and changing transportation models. 

The American Legion Memorial Bridge is another example of how these issues are becoming more connected. What was once framed primarily as a roadway project now sits inside a broader conversation about corridor planning, congestion, transit, and multimodal investment. After the previous P3 arrangement ended, Maryland shifted toward a more expansive approach that includes transit, ridesharing, bicycle and pedestrian connections, and related improvements across the corridor. That broader lens is important, and it aligns with the kind of holistic, multimodal thinking the Board of Trade has continued to emphasize. 

Energy is also becoming harder to separate from growth and competitiveness. Discussions around grid reliability, energy demand, and data centers are no longer niche policy conversations. They are increasingly tied to business investment, infrastructure readiness, cost, and the region’s long-term ability to support innovation, retain growing companies, and create the conditions for business expansion. 

That broader competitiveness conversation also includes how the region supports business growth from within. Across Greater Washington, there is growing recognition that success is not only about attracting the next major employer. It is also about helping existing companies grow, scale, and stay here. That includes stronger support for firms that have moved beyond the startup stage but need better access to capital, operational guidance, and regional networks to reach the next level. 

The workforce conversation is shifting too. Leaders are looking beyond immediate hiring needs to think more broadly about federal workforce transitions, changing skill demands, and how technology is reshaping the labor market. That, in turn, is putting more attention on education, certifications, and better coordination between employers and workforce systems. 

Meanwhile, activity in the Virginia and Maryland General Assemblies continues to shape the landscape in real time. Budget debates, transportation funding questions, tax policy, workforce priorities, and business climate concerns are all part of that picture. These are state-level decisions, but their effects are regional. 

And then there is D.C., where the upcoming mayoral race and council contests carry implications that extend well beyond campaign politics. The mayoral race reflects competing ideas about affordability, growth, labor, and development, all at a time when the city is still working through downtown recovery, fiscal pressure, and broader economic transition. That matters for the District, but it also matters for the region as a whole. 

What ties all of these conversations together is not that they are identical. It is that they increasingly overlap. Mobility affects growth. Energy affects competitiveness. Workforce affects business planning and opportunity. Elections affect policy direction. State budget decisions affect regional systems. And for employers, institutions, and civic leaders across Greater Washington, those intersections matter. 

That is the Board of Trade’s role in this moment: helping bring together business, policy, and civic perspectives across jurisdictions so that members are not just reacting to individual headlines, but engaging with the bigger regional picture. 

Our spring calendar is taking shape around many of the issues already driving conversation across the region, from elections and legislative developments to energy, mobility, education, workforce, and business growth. These gatherings are not just opportunities to stay informed. They are opportunities to engage with peers, hear directly from decision-makers, and contribute to the conversations helping shape your business and Greater Washington’s future. 

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A New Era of Collaboration: We Need the Big Three to Finally Bring the DMV Together | WBJ Viewpoint

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In this Washington Business Journal Viewpoint, ‘A New Era of Collaboration: We Need the Big Three to Finally Bring the DMV Together,’ our President & CEO Jack McDougle, argues that Greater Washington’s economic competitiveness now depends on sustained, measurable regional coordination among Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. It points to the Feb. 5 meeting of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger, and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser as a promising signal, but emphasizes that symbolism must turn into a new operating model built on alignment and execution.

The piece outlines a blueprint for regionalism that treats the DMV as one integrated “portfolio,” combining Maryland’s bio-health and research strengths, Virginia’s tech and defense corridors, and D.C.’s urban core and global visibility into a single growth engine. It calls for public institutions to shift from a jurisdiction-first posture to true partnership with the private sector, and to remove barriers that prevent companies from scaling locally—especially regulatory, licensing, and permitting friction that acts like a hidden tax when businesses expand across borders.

Finally, it identifies talent mobility, transportation, and energy as the region’s key productivity pillars. The author urges reciprocity for professional credentials, deeper alignment between higher education and industry, and a unified mobility strategy that treats roads, transit, WMATA funding, and land use as one system. On energy, it warns that AI, data centers, and advanced research require reliable power at scale—and that fragmented planning and slow interconnection threaten both investment and household affordability. The Viewpoint concludes by calling for sustained joint action and cross-sector collaboration, with the Greater Washington Board of Trade positioning itself as a ready partner to help drive regional alignment.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE

ABOUT THE BOARD OF TRADE

The Greater Washington Board of Trade, founded in 1889, is the region’s premier non-partisan business organization representing industry, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies. The Board of Trade addresses complex and always-evolving business concerns that stretch across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia, with a priority focus on inclusive economic growth, improving the business climate, and enhancing the region’s economic competitiveness.  

READ MORE POLICY ISSUES AND TOPICS THE BOARD OF TRADE IS FOLLOWING

Strengthening the DMV Region’s Energy Future

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We encourage all our members to engage with our energy policy initiatives and join the solutioning for a reliable, sustainable, and affordable power system.

The conversation around Greater Washington’s (DMV) energy future has shifted from a distant policy debate to a defining operational reality.

At our recent GWBOT Executive Lunch, the dialogue wasn’t just about kilowatts and transmission lines; it was about the collective resilience of our region and the urgent need to respond to an energy system that is changing faster than our infrastructure can keep pace. 

The Stark Reality: A Surge in Energy Demand 

The data behind this shift is staggering. Kevin Carey from AOBA highlighted insights from PJM Interconnection that paint a clear picture of the road ahead: we are facing a projected 30GW of load growth between 2025 and 2030, with an additional 30GW+ expected by 2040. This surge is largely propelled by our digital-first economy, with U.S. power demand from data centers expected to more than double from current levels. 

While demand is skyrocketing, our ability to meet it remains constrained. In 2025, only about 2 GW of new generation came online in PJM; a significant drop from the 5 GW added just the year prior. Perhaps most concerning is the bottleneck in the construction queue; of the ~44 GW of capacity currently in development, roughly three-quarters remain stalled in engineering or procurement.

What Those Numbers Mean to Regional Leaders  

The conversation revealed a shared understanding: energy reliability is the silent engine of regional economic development. Whether it’s Washington Gas emphasizing the importance of a diverse energy mix or WTOP sharing its ability to report on the infrastructure that connects us, every leader in the room recognized that our collective growth depends on a modern, robust grid. 

For our nonprofits and small businesses, the challenge is one of bandwidth. When you are heavily focused on a daily critical mission, whether it’s community health or essential services, finding the time to navigate complex energy policy can feel like an impossible addition to an already full plate. However, we discussed how even small, incremental steps, like understanding your organization’s capacity tag or advocating for streamlined local permitting, can make a difference. 

Leaders from Perkins Eastman and the Universities at Shady Grove urged us to build with adaptability in mind, pointing to the miles of railroad infrastructure that made perfect sense in one era, only to be torn out as technology and growth patterns changed. We must move quickly to support projects like Valley Link and Joshua Falls, but do so informed by innovative insight and research. We can’t afford temporary fixes; we need long-life infrastructure that keeps power dependable and costs predictable for employers across the region. 

A Call for Collaborative Action for Energy Future

The takeaway from our discussion was clear: the grid is the floor upon which we all stand. To keep it solid, we must collaborate to support each other and quickly address these critical needs with the most innovative and thought-out approach possible. Join the conversation in addressing critical questions such as: 

  • How can we streamline the 75% of stalled projects in the queue to get them online faster? 
  • How do we ensure our smallest community anchors aren’t left behind as energy costs fluctuate? 
  • Are we building the infrastructure that will still be powering the DMV 50 years from now? 

Now is the time for coordinated action across employers, utilities, and local jurisdictions. We encourage all our members to engage with our energy policy initiatives and join the solutioning for a reliable, sustainable, and affordable power system. 

To learn more about how your organization can be involved in our energy initiative, reach out to [email protected].  

Insights from the Table is a membership-driven series of takeaways from our Executive Lunches, where local and regional leaders help inform the Board of Trade’s thinking and shape the work we do in a rapidly evolving environment. These conversations help surface the practical challenges, emerging priorities, and regional opportunities that matter most to Greater Washington’s future. 

2025 Year in Review and 2026 Outlook

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A YEAR OF CONSEQUENTIAL CHANGE

In 2025, the Greater Washington Board of Trade played a pivotal role in guiding our region through a year of consequential change. As federal transformation, technological disruption, and new economic pressures reshaped the landscape, we focused on opportunities, collaboration, and data-driven action.

You’ll see that reflected in our work, charting a more sustainable future for regional transit, standing up shared data and talent tools, and supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs. These are core ingredients of a competitive economy and a stronger story for Greater Washington.

This progress is possible because of you. To our officers, executive committee, board of directors, committee chairs, regional partners, and all our members—thank you. Your leadership, engagement, and commitment power this work and strengthen our community as a whole.

As we look to 2026, the Board of Trade remains focused on helping define a more unified voice; accelerating progress on mobility, energy, and capital; and building the systems and solutions that will define our next chapter.

LEADING REGIONAL PROGRESS

In partnership with our members and community, the Board of Trade advanced a wide range of work across the region this year. The examples below are a snapshot of that progress, not an exhaustive list, illustrating how we are helping to shape regional systems, align decision-makers, and move practical solutions forward for Greater Washington.

STRATEGY IN ACTION

This year, the Board of Trade didn’t just set strategic priorities; we moved them. We were deliberate about aligning our policy work, programming, and public voice so they reinforced one another and pushed the region in the same direction; advancing a shared agenda around transit, talent, innovation, technology, and resilience.

 

IMPACT THROUGH ENGAGEMENT

Our impact in 2025 shows up in who engaged, how often, and what we did with that engagement. Members used Board of Trade platforms as working rooms; testing ideas, sharpening priorities, and advancing regional solutions. At the same time, our media and digital channels carried that work beyond the room, amplifying the region’s story and giving business a stronger, more consistent voice in the public conversation. The metrics on this page reflect that story of depth, breadth, and growing influence.

 

  • This year, welcomed 29 new member organizations, representing strong momentum heading into 2026.
  • Achieved an outstanding 91% retention rate, far surpassing association benchmarks, and had over 90% of member organizations engaged in at least one program, demonstrating deep commitment across our regional network.
  • Delivered a robust slate of over 120 programs, events, and gatherings—including the Mid-Winter Dinner, Fall Business Classic, Annual Meeting, and TD Bank Morning Star Series—alongside executive roundtables, policy engagements, themed salons, and professional forums.
  • Programming aligned leaders around key regional priorities: economic competitiveness, transit funding, workforce pipelines, public safety, AI transformation, and more.
  • Reached 100% of the adjusted 2025 sponsorship forecast, ensuring delivery of high-quality programming amid shifting market and political conditions.
  • Positioned the Board of Trade as a trusted voice through op-eds in the Washington Business Journal, major partnerships with WTOP, and media coverage across Axios DC, FOX5, CBS/WUSA9, Washingtonian, and more.
  • Website enhancements drove a 46% increase in total users, 74% growth in direct traffic, and stronger inbound engagement from prospective members.
  • Established the Board of Trade Foundation governance structure and onboarded trustees.
  • Maintained a positive financial trajectory, improved AR, modernized IT systems, and reduced bank fees by 50%.

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LOOKING AHEAD TO 2026

As we carry the momentum of 2025 into the year ahead, the Board of Trade remains focused on strengthening the critical business infrastructure our region depends on and modernizing the regional economy. In 2026, that means putting more weight behind solutioning and strategy in areas such as securing dedicated funding for Metro, addressing energy and technology policy challenges, and advancing the capital, investment, and business conditions that allow employers to innovate, grow, and stay rooted here.

This work is only possible in true partnership with you. Membership is a platform, not a product; its value comes from how actively it is used. Being in the room is step one. We call you to lean in further, by lending expertise and talent, sharing data and examples from your organizations, and investing in the initiatives and discussions that move the needle.

To stay engaged in this consequential moment, we encourage you to connect with our team about where your organization can lead or contribute, participate in the strategy conversations most relevant to your priorities, and explore opportunities to collaborate.

As we look to 2026, we know the path won’t be simple, but it is full of opportunity. And as we have for more than 136 years, the Board of Trade stands ready to lead with purpose, partnership, and optimism for the future of Greater Washington.

Welcome 2026 Board Officers

Board members contribute to the Board of Trade’s success in several ways: they weigh in on strategic decisions; assist with the recruitment, retention, and onboarding process of members; lend resources and make connections to bring projects closer to their goals; and attend and support board meetings and other Board of Trade events throughout the year.

Join Us!

To get involved, connect with our team to explore ways to engage your entire organization. Follow our work—subscribe to our newsletters, connect on X, LinkedIn & YouTube, and visit our newly revitalized website for insights, initiatives, and member highlights. Our events have seen unprecedented demand this year—selling out repeatedly—so be sure to secure your spot early and join these powerful conversations and engagements.

Not yet a member? Please consider joining us! As a member, as partners for change, or both, the Board of Trade is open for business and eager to team with any organization committed to our common goal of a Greater Washington region.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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