The only event during the UN General Assembly that focuses on sustainability in the American private sector.

Over 200 senior leaders from participating companies of the UN Global Compact, local government, civil society, and the UN will come together at UN Global Compact Network USA's annual flagship event.

Hosted during the UN General Assembly, this event advocates for practical business action and partnerships that align with the Sustainable Development Goals within the American private sector.

This year's Annual Summit will feature high-level plenaries, networking opportunities, and invite-only roundtable sessions focused on the following four key themes:

2030 Agenda

Join high-level conversations addressing the world’s most pressing challenges. Build on current strategies and momentum to drive innovation and impact beyond the 2030 Agenda.
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Climate and Environment

Explore innovative, practical steps to accelerate business-led climate action through collaborative initiatives, turning ambition into measurable and meaningful progress.
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Human Rights and Labor

These sessions will delve into the challenges and opportunities of human rights due diligence amid global uncertainty, fostering progress toward lasting systemic change.
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Partnerships

From boardrooms to frontline operations, these conversations highlight strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives that advance sustainability in the American private sector.
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Program Overview

9:15 pm
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10:00 am
 EDT

Breakfast & Registration

10:00 am
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10:05 am
 EDT

Welcome Remarks

Amanda Gardiner, Executive Director of UN Global Compact Network USA
10:05 am
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10:45 am
 EDT

Fireside Chat: The Role of U.S. Business in a Changing World

11:00 am
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12:30 pm
 EDT

25 Years of Reporting: What We've Measured and What Matters Now

12:45 pm
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1:45 pm
 EDT

Lunch & Networking

2:00 pm
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3:30 pm
 EDT

Making the Ten Principles Work: From Commitment to Implementation

3:45 pm
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5:15 pm
 EDT

Voices of the Compact: 25 Years of Business Leadership in Action

5:30 pm
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6:00 pm
 EDT

Closing Remarks

By the Numbers

12
roundtable sessions
93%
of past attendees are in VP to C-suite positions
150+
peers from the government, the United Nations, the UN Global Compact, and civil society
1-2
hours of networking

Past Speakers

Sanda Ojiambo

Assistant Secretary-General, CEO and Executive Director of the UN Global Compact

Garfield Bowen

Vice President of Social & Environmental Justice at 3M

Mindy Lubber

CEO and President of Ceres

Paul Polman

Former CEO of Unilever, business leader, campaigner, and author of "Net Positive"

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