Our Unique Value
The Board of Trade brings together all the right pieces to address critical opportunities and meet the challenges of our time. We convene the people and organizations that drive innovation and growth in the Greater Washington region. 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.
Networking & Business Development
Our members agree the Board of Trade is the highest-level networking outlet available across multiple sectors. Membership accelerates business development, cultivates communities of practice, builds sustaining relationships, and improves the region’s economy.
Regional Focus
Members benefit from the Board of Trade’s commitment to collaboration, in the Greater Washington region, and deep relationships with government leaders across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
Inclusive Growth
Our members work together to address the socioeconomic divide and create shared opportunities by better aligning our region’s multiple assets, unlocking our potential, proving our competitiveness, and ensuring no one is left behind.
Member Driven
The Board of Trade works for our members and the long-term success of their organizations in a variety of ways including best practices, advocacy, and professional development.
Broad Representation
Our members represent a diverse community of leaders from business, government, academia, and social organizations. The Board of Trade welcomes and seeks to expand this enormous wealth of knowledge and perspectives as we work together to address the region’s toughest issues.
Impactful History & Experience
Our members rely on the Board of Trade’s legacy of more than 130 years of positive impact across the region and contribute to building on this rich history for future generations.
