U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Shape the next era of aviation, space, and defense at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2025 #GlobalAerospaceSummit! Connect with top industry executives, policymakers, and innovators at the iconic U.S. Chamber headquarters in Washington, D.C., September 9, 10, and 11, 2025. 📅 Explore the agenda featuring: 🔹 One-on-One Conversation with Brian Hughes, Chief of Staff, NASA 🔹 Federal Aviation Administration Update with Bryan Bedford, Administrator, FAA 🔹 View from the Hill with Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), Chairman, Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA), Vice Chairman, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence 🗨️ We’ll discuss: 🔹 How cities are shaping aviation 🔹 Advanced air technology in defense 🔹 Space situational awareness and commercial LEO 🔹 America's defense: Golden Dome See the full agenda and register here today: https://bit.ly/45Acll9

🚨 Just announced! Maj. Gen. Dennis O. Bythewood, Special Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations, United States Space Force, will take the stage at the #GlobalAerospaceSummit where he will discuss advancing U.S. leadership in space through strategic national priorities, cutting-edge innovation, and public-private collaboration, in conversation with Kirk Konert, Managing Partner, AE Industrial Partners. This is the moment - register today! https://bit.ly/45Acll9

Chamber on the Road: This week the U.S. Chamber joined Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC), North Carolina business leaders, and federal and state transportation officials in Wilmington, NC for a discussion on the vital need to invest in our nation’s infrastructure. The group focused on the importance of reauthorizing the surface transportation bill, which is set to expire next September. Federal investment is critical to ensure that businesses have the roads, bridges and other infrastructure needed to keep America moving. Learn what the Chamber thinks Congress must prioritize in the next surface and transportation law: https://lnkd.in/ejxcPrq6

Our 2025 #GlobalAerospaceSummit is almost here! Have you registered for your all-access pass? Here are four reasons why you need to grab a spot for this year’s three-day aviation, space, and defense summit, held at the U.S. Chamber from September 9 to 11. 1️⃣ Exclusive programming 2️⃣ Powerhouse speakers 3️⃣ Elite Networking 4️⃣ Insider Access Read on for the full details ⬇️

📢 We are less than two weeks away from the 2025 #GlobalAerospaceSummit! Register today to get a front-row seat to the technologies redefining global aerospace, including the bold ambition of America’s Golden Dome missile defense initiative featuring: 🔹 Rep. Dale Strong, Co-Chair, House Golden Dome Caucus 🔹 Philip Jasper, President, Raytheon 🔹 Keith Webster, President, Defense and Aerospace Council, U.S. Chamber 👉 Don’t wait—register now: https://bit.ly/45Acll9

Genentech’s latest investment in U.S.-based manufacturing drives economic growth and emphasizes that all business is local. This new North Carolina facility exemplifies how advancing biotech innovation not only creates thousands of American jobs but also strengthens U.S. leadership in healthcare while improving the lives of countless Americans in the process.

The future of aerospace is unfolding—don’t miss these standout sessions at the 2025 #GlobalAerospaceSummit. Space is limited, secure your spot today! 1️⃣ FAA Updates: Hear from Bryan Bedford, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, as he shares insights on modernizing air traffic systems, accelerating innovation, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of our skies. 2️⃣ Cities Shaping Aviation: The mayors of Louisville and Memphis will explore how aviation is transforming the economic landscape, highlighting the strategic role cities play in driving aerospace innovation, workforce development, and global connectivity. 🔹 Craig Greenberg, Mayor, Louisville, KY 🔹 Paul Young, Mayor, Memphis, TN 🔹 Stephen Waguespack (Moderator), President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform, and SVP, U.S. Chamber Federation Register now: https://bit.ly/45Acll9

The new tax bill not only sharpens America’s competitive edge, but also put more money in workers’ pockets, increasing prosperity in communities across the country. See how industries across the country are benefiting: https://bit.ly/40CIKG7

📆 This week from the Chamber: We hosted four more tax roundtables as part of our work to bring together lawmakers and local business leaders to highlight the ways permanent tax reforms are driving economic growth, supporting businesses, and creating opportunities for American workers: 🔹 Rep. Julia Letlow discussed the recent House passage of provisions within the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and their significant implications for local businesses in a tax roundtable in partnership with the Tangipahoa Chamber. 🔹 Rep. Jen Kiggans joined local business leaders in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for a discussion on the benefits of tax certainty. “These types of interactions with our elected officials are how we continue set the conditions so that businesses can be successful,” said Bryan Stephens, President and CEO of the Hampton Roads Chamber, who we partnered with for this discussion. 🔹 We hosted Rep. Gabe Evans in collaboration with the Thornton Area Chamber of Commerce for a roundtable discussion with local business leaders on the pro-growth business tax provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. 🔹 “North Dakota businesses are the backbone of our communities both in terms of providing jobs and filling local leadership roles,” said Rep. Julie Fedorchak on the tax roundtable discussion in partnership with Minot Area Chamber EDC.

Small businesses across the country are utilizing AI for business operations and improved efficiency at record rates. #DYK? Nebraska is leading the pack with a small business AI adoption rate of 71%. Curious about how small businesses in your state are embracing AI? Explore the state-by-state breakdown in our new interactive map: https://bit.ly/45Ht9H8