Three Decades of Advancing U.S.-Ukraine Business and Economic Partnership
From boardrooms to briefing rooms, the U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) has been a champion for companies and institutions building the economic bridges between the United States and Ukraine. This special edition highlights the partnerships and tangible outcomes our community has achieved, as well as the momentum we carry into the next decade.
“For three decades, USUBC has been a strong international voice for doing business in Ukraine, bringing together the private sector with governments on both sides of the Atlantic, international financial institutions and a broad circle of partners. We are opening doors, building alliances and transforming opportunities into action. What makes USUBC unique is our community’s endurance and integrity in the face of headwinds. Thank you to every member and partner who has walked this path and is moving forward with us!”
Irina Paliashvili, USUBC President & CEO
USUBC in Facts and Figures
‣ Headquartered in Washington, DC, USUBC is the largest Ukraine-focused private business association in the world, headquartered outside of Ukraine.
‣ With dedicated executive teams working in Washington, DC and Kyiv, USUBC is a trusted platform that connects U.S. and Ukrainian businesses and policy leaders through its robust programming, B2B and B2G activities and exclusive networking opportunities.
‣ 230+ total member companies – spanning infrastructure, energy and minerals, agriculture, technology, defense and aerospace, finance, law and other key sectors of the economy
List of USUBC members
‣ 50+ defense and aerospace sector members – representing leading U.S. companies driving innovation in the defense industry
‣ 62 new members joined in 2024-2025 – reflecting continued trust and growth during wartime and reconstruction periods
‣ 135 business events organized in 2024-2025 – from high-level defense briefings to international business forums
‣ 8000+ subscribers to the USUBC Weekly Digest – the most widely read publication on U.S.-Ukraine business cooperation
USUBC Upcoming Events
30 Years of Progress: USUBC Milestones
1995
The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) was founded in Washington, D.C. by 20 major U.S. companies, including ADM, Cargill, Bunge, Boeing, and Westinghouse, to promote U.S.-Ukraine business cooperation.
2006
Morgan Williams became USUBC President & CEO; USUBC set up its Kyiv-based team, amplifying U.S.-Ukraine economic partnership on-the-ground in Ukraine.
2010
The “Invest in Ukraine” campaign was launched to promote investment opportunities in infrastructure and manufacturing.
2016
2017
The Ukrainian Agrarian Congress – a major U.S.-Ukraine agriculture policy forum held in Washington, D.C.
2018
Strengthening trade ties – expanding bilateral business cooperation between the two countries, intensifying programming and advocacy efforts.
2022
The “Rebuild Ukraine” initiative – mobilizing private sector support for reconstruction and enhancing business resilience following Russia’s full-scale invasion.
2023
The U.S.-Ukraine Defense Industrial Base Forum – co-hosted with the U.S. National Security Council, as well as the Departments of Defense, State, and Commerce.
2024
2025
Establishing the USUBC Defense Working Group with over 50 member companies, and Energy/Minerals Core Group to explore opportunities under the framework of the U.S.-Ukraine Economic Partnership in the areas of energy, minerals, reconstruction and the newly launched Reconstruction Investment Fund.
Oct
2025
30 years of leadership – celebrating three decades of partnership, advocacy and growth across the U.S.-Ukraine business community.
USUBC Governance and Executive Team
USUBC’s strength comes from its members, the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, from the illustrious roster of our Senior Advisors, and from our dedicated professional team who work every day – on both sides of the Atlantic – to serve members and advance the U.S.-Ukraine economic partnership.
Executive Committee
Composed of senior leaders from distinguished U.S. and Ukrainian companies, the Executive Committee provides steady guidance between Board meetings. It helps set priorities, oversees governance and strategy, and ensures that USUBC’s mission reflects what matters most to the community. Read more
Executive Team
Based in Washington, D.C. and Kyiv, the USUBC executive team runs its overall operations and daily activities, keeps USUBC responsive to members’ needs, plans programs, hosts events, and delivers member services that build connections, unlock opportunities and ensure active B2B and B2G communications. The team works closely with companies, partners, and friends of USUBC to turn ideas into action. Read more
In Memory of Morgan Williams
President & CEO, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (2006–2024)
Nov 26, 1939 – Jun 8, 2024
Morgan Williams was a visionary who significantly influenced the U.S.-Ukraine business community for almost three decades. As President & CEO of USUBC, he transformed the organization into the largest and most active business association outside of Ukraine.
In addition to his extraordinary business contributions, Morgan worked to preserve Ukraine’s cultural memory, amassing the most comprehensive art collection, “Holodomor: Through the Eyes of Ukrainian Artists”, which, on his behest, his family donated to the Ukrainian nation – to the National Museum of the Holodomor-Genocide.
His legendary words – “Full Speed Ahead!” – serve as a lasting call to continue his mission of partnership, advocacy and faith in the U.S.-Ukraine economic partnership and Ukraine’s future.
Learn more about life and legacy of Morgan Williams
The Value of Membership
For 30 years, USUBC has united companies that are shaping the future of U.S.-Ukraine bilateral business relations and play a crucial role in Ukraine’s recovery. Members benefit from trusted access to government and industry leaders, expert insights, and a supportive network that helps them overcome challenges and seize new opportunities.
USUBC membership provides personalized guidance, market intelligence, advocacy and exclusive events, transforming partnerships into progress and commitment into tangible results.