Transatlantic Conference 2026
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, London
Monday Feb 2
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Join over 100 representatives from business, government, and academia to discuss policy ideas that can shape transatlantic investment in the UK economy, and the future of the US-UK Trade and Investment Relationship.
This conference is by invitation only for members of BAB and offers a series of panel discussions, keynote sessions and a networking lunch.
The BritishAmerican Business Network
The British-American Business Network (BABN) is the largest transatlantic business network, with 20 chapters, and over 2,000 member companies based in major business centers throughout North America and the United Kingdom. Its membership includes many of the world’s largest multinationals, as well as hundreds of middle-market and smaller companies.
The Conference
Each year, traditionally the BABN brings together members of all 20 chapters throughout the US, UK and Canada for a 3-day conference. The aim is to convene a senior level business executives and government representatives actively involved in trade, investment and business flows between the UK and US. This year the network is hosting a 1-day policy conference. This conference is by invitation only and for members of the BABN chapters.
Agenda
Opening
The Calm After the Storm? What can we Expect for the US-UK Trade and Investment Environment in 2026?
Welcome Remarks from BAB, Chicago Booth School of Business, US Government and additional key speakers
Panel #1 The UK as a Place to do Business in 2026
In an increasingly competitive world for jobs and investment, what is the UK doing to ensure it remains the best place for companies to invest in the region?
Panel #2 A New World (Order) in Trade Policy: 9 Months on from Liberation Day
With two major Framework agreements signed in 2025 covering trade, investment and technology, how does it position the US-UK economic relationship vis-a-vis other markets; and how can British and American businesses best navigate the new order in trade?
Fireside Chat UK Government and Opposition Trade and Investment Policy Perspectives
Senior Minister from Department for Business and Trade; Leading figures from the Conservative Party and Reform.
Panel #3 Diving Deep on Business: An Assessment for Transatlantic Growth Sectors
With many sectors experiencing fundamental shifts in their policy and commercial landscape, we will ask leaders of some of the most prominent transatlantic companies about the main parameters which define the future of their industries.
Keynote Lunch
Networking Lunch & Keynote Speaker
Further details to be announced