French American Business Summit

Productivity and Attractiveness  on Both Sides of the Atlantic

Overview
The 8th 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
Thursday, May 1 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.

April 30, 2025, 6-9 pm (French Ambassador’s Residence)
An exclusive Champagne reception at the French Ambassador's Residence on the
evening of April 30 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.

May 1, 2025, all day (Embassy of France)
2025 French-American Business Summit
One Day Business, Cultural & Networking Event at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C. 2025

Theme: Productivity & Attractiveness Across the Atlantic – Navigating Tariff
Policy in a Shifting Global 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

The Showcase: A French-American Exhibition

Schedule

• Supreme Court Justice Steven Breyer
• HE Philippe Etienne, Ambassador of France
• Senator Mark Warner, Virginia
• Amanda Simpson, Vice President for Research and Technology, Former test pilote, Airbus
• Sandeep Sachdeva, VP AI-Automation, Sogeti
• Eric Jouane, Senior VP, Sodexo
• Nicolas Maubert, Space Counselor, CNES

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French American Business Summit 2025

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