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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, 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

8:00 am
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9:30 am
 EDT

Roundtables

For more information, please visit this page.

9:30 am
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10:00 am
 EDT

Networking: Light Breakfast & Coffee

10:00 am
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10:10 am
 EDT

Welcome Remarks

10:10 am
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10:30 am
 EDT

State of the Room: A GlobeScan Briefing

10:30 am
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11:15 am
 EDT

Rise Up: American Companies Leading the Way in 2026

11:15 am
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11:30 am
 EDT

Networking Break

11:30 am
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12:15 pm
 EDT

What Comes Next for U.S. Corporate Sustainability

12:15 pm
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12:55 pm
 EDT

Fireside Chat: Who Leads, Who Acts, Who Shapes the Future

12:55 pm
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1:00 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

Featured Speakers

Philip Ankel

Global Head of Sustainability Governance at Siemens

Golnaz Armin

Vice President, Color, Materials, Trend & Sustainable Design at Nike

Sanda Ojiambo

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

Paul Polman

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

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