BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//U.S.-Ukraine Business Council - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top X-WR-CALDESC:Events for U.S.-Ukraine Business Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Warsaw BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Kyiv BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260625T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260625T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T090222Z CREATED:20260527T133550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T090222Z UID:64588-1782401400-1782421200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Defence Day at URC 2026 in Gdańsk DESCRIPTION:USUBC — together with Defence Builder\, Ukraine’s integrated defense tech ecosystem; KSE Institute\, one of Ukraine’s leading economic research institutions; General Cherry\, a prominent Ukrainian defense tech company\, and Ukrainian Council of defense Industry\, a leading association representing Ukraine’s defense manufacturers and industry stakeholders — will host Defence Day on 25 June 2026 in Gdańsk\, Poland. \nDefence Day is a side event at URC 2026 that frames the development of Ukraine’s defense industrial base and defense technology sectors as both an economic growth priority and a security imperative for Ukraine and its allies. It brings Ukrainian DIB and defense tech companies together with investors\, government officials\, and industry partners interested in co-production\, technology transfer\, and long-term integration of Ukrainian capabilities into allied defense supply chains. The focus of Defence Day is practical: joint venture structures that are already working\, investment pipelines and other investment and cooperation vehicles with real deal flow\, and the legal and export frameworks needed to scale Ukrainian defense tech internationally. \nThe programme is structured in two parts. Part I is a UAV industry showcase and strategic discussion dedicated to joint ventures\, investment access\, and the operational realities of scaling Ukrainian defense tech. Part II is devoted to the broader defense industrial base — increasing Ukraine’s technical and production capabilities\, sustainment\, and long-term international cooperation frameworks. \nThe programme includes panel discussions\, a fireside chat\, a presentation of exclusive research on Ukraine’s UAV sector\, followed by the Networking\Reception. \nWhy this matters. Global military expenditure hit $2.7 trillion in 2024 — a post-Cold War record. NATO’s new 5% GDP target implies over $1.5 trillion in additional annual spending. Ukraine’s defense tech sector is valued at $6.8 billion in 2025 (Defence Builder / KSE Institute / Brave1)\, with $6.3 billion in UAV production alone (+137% YoY)\, UGV growth of 6× to $252M\, and EW systems up 3.4× to $220M. The 10-year recovery and defense potential is estimated at $690 billion. This is a market producing at scale that now needs the structures to integrate into allied supply chains. \n  \nProgram:\n3:00 – 3:30 PM \nRegistration & Welcome Drinks\n \n  \n3:30 – 3:45 PM \nWelcoming Remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \n​ \n3:45 – 4:30 PM\n \nPanel: Ukraine’s Defence Tech: Growth\, Capital\, and Partnership Opportunities \nModerator:\nDaria Yaniieva\, President\, Defence Builder \nSpeakers:\nValery Krasovsky\, CEO Sigma Software Group\, Board Member Defence Builder\nDanyil Vakhovskyi\, Executive Director\, General Cherry\nBrian Best\, Managing Director\, Dragon Capital\nValentyna Sakhno\, Head of Business School\, Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) \n​ \n4:30 – 5:00 PM\n \nPanel Two: Iteration to Institution: The Next Phase of Ukrainian Defence Tech \nAn in-depth look at one of Ukraine’s most prominent defence tech companies: from early-stage product to international recognition\, scaling under wartime conditions\, building partnerships\, and navigating the path from tactical innovation to strategic industry player. \nModerator:\nDaria Yaniieva\, President\, Defence Builder \nSpeakers:\nDanyil Vakhovskyi\, Executive Director\, General Cherry\nJeff Rodrian\, Executive Vice President\, MacCready Works\, AV (Aerovironment)\nViktoriia Honcharuk\, Director\, AV3.Tech \n  \n5:00 – 6:00 PM\n \nPanel Three: Opportunities for International Cooperation in Defense Industrial Base: Co-Production\, Export\, Sustainment \nModerator:\nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \nSpeakers:\nMykhailo Diachenko\, Chief Business Development Officer\, TAF Industries\nRoksolana Svynchuk\, Deputy CEO\, Ukrainian Council of Defence Industry (UCDI)\nPhil Fickes\, Director\, Bell Textron Ukraine\nYurii Katsion\, CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of Oschadbank\nPiotr Marczuk\, Senior Sales Director\, Defense and Space CEE\, Honeywell Aerospace\nMichael Murray\, Account Executive\,
Strategic Growth – Ukraine\, Collins Aerospace\,
an RTX Business\nYurii Oshyiko\, International Affairs Advisor\, UKRAINIAN ARMOR LLC\nMatthew Thrasher\, Counsel\, International Trade + Government Contracts Practices\, Fluet Law \n  \n6:00 – 9:00 PM \nNetworking Reception \n  \nSpeakers\n     \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC\, Defence Builder\, KSE Institute\, General Cherry and Ukrainian Council of Defense Industry members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, registration and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Dmytro Filonenko\, Director\, Programming & Business Development\, at dfilonenko@usubc.org \n  URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/defense-day-at-urc-2026-in-gdansk/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Frame-53182.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260624T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260624T180000 DTSTAMP:20260624T064620Z CREATED:20260622T073229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T064620Z UID:69284-1782316800-1782324000@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Powering Ukraine's Recovery: Renewables\, Biofuels\, Conventionals and Minerals DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) and Mercy Corps will host the Panel Discussions “Powering Ukraine’s Recovery: Renewables\, Biofuels\, Conventionals and Minerals” in Gdańsk\, Poland on Wednesday\, 24 June 2026\, followed by Networking Reception. \nThis event will explore a broad spectrum of energy sources powering Ukraine’s recovery\, as well as the development of Ukraine’s natural resources\, focusing on conventionals and minerals\, and will include two panel discussions. Panel One will focus on renewables and biofuels\, and Panel Two – on conventionals and minerals\, with the special focus on the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) and will include representatives of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and the Government of Ukraine. \n  \nProgram:\n3:45 PM \nRegistration\, Welcome Coffee and Networking\n \n  \n4:00 – 4:10 PM \nWelcoming Remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) \n​ \n4:15 – 5:00 PM\n \nPanel One: Leveraging Ukraine’s World Class Upstream Oil\, Gas and Critical Minerals Resources and the Pivotal Impact of the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) \n\nUnlocking Ukraine’s natural resources potential – investment-readiness in Conventionals and Mining Sectors\nStructure of Ukrainian natural resources; available legal instruments (PSAs\, Concessions\, PPP)\nRoadblocks and needed improvements of the legal and investment regime\nU.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund – an innovative bespoke mechanism; latest developments and deployment of equity investments in Energy/Minerals sector 2026\nJoint projects: what can a U.S. partner and a local partner offer on a joint project\nDe-risking investments\nMobilizing capital: co-investment with IFIs and private capital\n\n\n  \nModerator:\nAmb. Geoffrey Pyatt\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Managing Director\, Energy and Critical Minerals Practice\, McLarty Associates \nSpeakers:\nVita Khyzhniak\, Head of the Foreign Economic Relations Department\, Mining Division\, BGV Group Management\nStepan Kozytskyy\, CEO\, Zakhidnadraservis LLC\nRoger Martella\, Chief Corporate Officer\, GE Vernova\nYegor Perelygin\, Deputy Minister\, Ministry of Economy\, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) \n​ \n5:00 – 6:00 PM\n \nPanel Two: Bankable Energy: Opportunities in Nuclear Energy\, Biofuels and Renewables \n\nInvestment priorities in Nuclear Energy\, Biofuels and Renewables \nStrategic investors and available projects\nMaking the projects bankable \nRoadblocks and needed improvements – practical examples \nJoint projects: what can a U.S. partner and a local partner offer on a joint project \nBalancing financial outcomes with political and economic aspects\nPractical examples of Ukrainian agro-holdings deploying biofuel projects   \n\n  \nModerator:\nVicki Aken\, Ukraine Country Director\, Mercy Corps \nSpeakers:\nNataliya Katser-Buchkovska\, CEO\, Green Resilience Facility\nDan Lipman\, President\, Energy Systems\, Westinghouse\nNadiia Petruchenko\, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer\, SPP Development Ukraine Group of Companies\nYaroslav Shevchyk\, Project Director\, Field-Group LLC \n  \n6:00 – 6:45 PM \nNetworking Reception \n  \nSpeakers\n   \n  \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC and Mercy Corps members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, registration and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Dmytro Filonenko\, Director\, Programming & Business Development\, at dfilonenko@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/powering-ukraines-recovery-renewables-biofuels-conventionals-and-minerals/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/URC_Event-with-Mercy-Corps.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260624T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260624T143000 DTSTAMP:20260624T091810Z CREATED:20260620T174019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T091810Z UID:69250-1782302400-1782311400@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Panel Discussion "Navigating the Business Climate in Ukraine: Reducing Risk\, Unlocking Capital and Trust" DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) and Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) will host the in-person Panel Discussion “Navigating the Business Climate in Ukraine: Reducing Risk\, Unlocking Capital and Trust”\, in advance of the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2026). The event will take place on Wednesday\, 24 June 2026\, from 12:00 to 14:30 in Gdańsk\, Poland\, and will be followed by Networking Lunch. The venue\, located in central Gdańsk\, will be shared with registered participants. \nThis panel discussion will explore how economic security\, transparent governance\, and rule-based investment frameworks can strengthen investor confidence and support Ukraine’s long-term recovery. The discussion will bring together policymakers\, oversight institutions\, and private sector leaders to examine practical approaches to balancing investment openness with the protection of strategic sectors. \n  \nProgram:\n11:30 – 12:00 AM \nRegistration\, Welcome Coffee and Networking\n \n  \n12:00 – 12:15 PM \nWelcoming Remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nJeff Lightfoot\, Senior Director for Strategy and Impact\, Economic Resilience\, CIPE \n​ \n12:15 – 1:00 PM\n \nPanel Discussion  \nModerator:\nMykola Stetsenko\, Managing Partner\, Avellum \nSpeakers:\nArtem Rybchenko\, Deputy Minister for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine\nTetiana Korotka\, Deputy Business Ombudsman of Ukraine\, Business Ombudsman Council (BOC)\nLeon Skarshinski\, Senior Commercial Officer for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Foreign Commercial Service\, U.S. Embassy Kyiv\nMarlena Hurley\, Deputy Vice President\, Political Risk Insurance & Reinsurance\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation\nMaryna Khlystun\, Executive director\, UkraineInvest\nVolodymyr Lavrenchuk\, Chairman of the Supervisory Board\, Oschadbank \n  \n1:00 – 1:30 PM\n \nKeynote Address & Signing Ceremony \nOleksii Sobolev\, Minister of Economy\, Environment\, and Agriculture of Ukraine \nRemarks by the Signatories:\nMaryna Khlystun\, Executive director\, UkraineInvest\nJim Berlin\, Founder & Chairman\, Logistics Plus Inc. \nSigning Ceremony:\nMemorandum between UkraineInvest\, the Government Investment Promotion Office of Ukraine\, and USUBC member Logistics Plus Inc. \n  \n1:30 – 1:40 PM\n \nWhite Paper Presentation Foreign Investment Screening in Ukraine: What Business Needs to Know \nVolodymyr Landa\, Head of Investment Screening at the Economic Security Council of Ukraine (ESCU) \n  \n1:40 – 1:50 PM\n \nClosing Remarks \nLev Holubec\, PwC Consulting Solutions\, Partner\, Co-Leader\, Rebuild Ukraine Global Task Force\, PwC; USUBC Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors \n  \n1:50 – 2:30 PM\n \nNetworking Lunch \n  \nSpeakers\n \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC and CIPE members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. If you would like to join the event\, please fill out the registration form below: \n  \n \n  \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, registration and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Dmytro Filonenko\, Director\, Programming & Business Development\, at dfilonenko@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/panel-discussion-navigating-the-business-climate-in-ukraine-reducing-risk-unlocking-capital-and-trust/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/URC_Event-with-CIPE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260624T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260624T100000 DTSTAMP:20260617T151803Z CREATED:20260617T094646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T151803Z UID:69118-1782288000-1782295200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Investment Opportunities in Ukraine Now and after the War DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\, in partnership with the Atlantic Council\, System Capital Management\, and DTEK\, will host an in-person Breakfast Roundtable\, “Investment Opportunities in Ukraine Now and After the War\,” ahead of the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2026). The event will take place on Wednesday\, 24 June 2026\, from 8:00 to 10:00 in Gdańsk\, Poland. The venue\, located in central Gdańsk\, will be shared with registered participants. \nUkraine’s recovery has attracted major attention from international and domestic companies and investors\, looking to pursue the many promising business opportunities in the country’s reconstruction\, while the best way to ensure a successful rebuilding of Ukraine is to engage in this process now\, with the companies operating in Ukraine today. These “economic first responders” need expanded access to capital to scale their efforts and help avoid a gap between current efforts and a start of overall post-war recovery. The Breakfast Roundtable\, will discuss how to innovate on existing financing mechanisms and crowd in new investments today. \n  \nSpeakers\n \n  \nAttendance is limited to members and partners of USUBC\, the Atlantic Council\, System Capital Management\, and DTEK. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. If you would like to join the event\, please fill out the registration form below: \n  URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/investment-opportunities-in-ukraine-now-and-after-the-war/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/URC_Event-with-DTEK2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260623T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260623T213000 DTSTAMP:20260622T073258Z CREATED:20260622T073002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T073258Z UID:69280-1782241200-1782250200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC Welcome Dinner DESCRIPTION:This exclusive high-level networking gala will bring together USUBC Members\, Senior Advisors\, partners\, and senior representatives of the U.S. and Ukrainian governments for a focused evening of strategic dialogue on Ukraine’s recovery\, investment priorities\, and transatlantic cooperation\, combined with informal networking and cultural program by Cultural Forces\,  an internationally renowned musical ensemble of the Ukrainian army veterans. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-welcome-dinner/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/URC_Welcome-Dinner-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260623T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20260623T140000 DTSTAMP:20260622T215133Z CREATED:20260602T111454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T215133Z UID:65434-1782210600-1782223200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Panel Discussion “3D Recovery: Partnership\, EU Integration and Human Capital” DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) and Business Ombudsman Council will host the Panel Discussion 3D Recovery: Partnership\, EU Integration and Human Capital in Gdańsk\, Poland on Tuesday\, 23 June 2026\, followed by Networking Lunch. The key idea is that real recovery happens at the community level. High-level state representatives\, UA/EU local government officials\, business representatives and financial partners will participate in two strategic panels. \nPanel I explores the interaction of recovery projects in the context of EU integration\, with insights from regional authorities and the business community. Panel II examines human capital as a driver of recovery\, featuring perspectives from government\, international financial institutions and academic representatives. \n \n  \nProgram:\n10:30 – 11:00 AM \nRegistration and Welcome Coffee  \n  \n11:00 – 11:15 AM \nOpening remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nAnka Feldhusen\, Business Ombudsman of Ukraine\, Business Ombudsman Council (BOC) \n​ \n11:15 AM – 12:00 PM\n \nPanel I: Building Bilateral Bridges: Recovery Projects in the Context of EU Integration  \nModerator:\nAnna Kovalenko\, Senior Advisor\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \nSpeakers:\nAnka Feldhusen\, Business Ombudsman of Ukraine\, Business Ombudsman Council (BOC)\nRaigo Koidumäe\, Primostar Group AS\, Head of Business Development\nMykola Lukashuk\, Chairman of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council\nDiego Rodas\, Senior S&CS Manager –
Federal Public Sector\, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)\nDariusz Szymczycha\, First Vice President of the Polish-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce\, Vice President of Europe-North-East International Association \n​ \n12:00 – 12:45 PM\n \nPanel II: Human Capital as a Driver of Recovery  \nModerator:\nDmytro Polyanskyi\, Senior Recovery Lead\, Business Ombudsman Council (BOC) \nSpeakers:\nTetiana Korotka\, Deputy Business Ombudsman of Ukraine\, Business Ombudsman Council (BOC)\nJarosław Filipowicz\, Investment Manager\, PFR TFI\nMykhailo Orlenko\, Executive Director\, Association “Ukrainian Manufacturers of Transparent Structures”\nVira Savchenko\, CEO\, BDO in Ukraine \n  \n12:45 – 1:00 PM \nClosing remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nAnka Feldhusen\, Business Ombudsman of Ukraine\, Business Ombudsman Council (BOC) \n  \n1:00 – 2:00 PM \nNetworking Lunch \n  \nSpeakers\n   \n  \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC and Business Ombudsman Council members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. If you would like to join the event\, please fill out the registration form below: \n \n  \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, registration and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Dmytro Filonenko\, Director\, Programming & Business Development\, at dfilonenko@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/3d-recovery-partnership-eu-integration-and-human-capital/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/URC_Event-with-Ombudsman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260626 DTSTAMP:20260622T102018Z CREATED:20260529T122230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T102018Z UID:64666-1782172800-1782431999@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC Side Events at the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2026) in Gdańsk DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\, our members and partner organizations are actively engaged in preparations for the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2026) in Gdańsk\, which will take place on 25-26 June 2026. The Full Program of URC 2026 is now posted. \nUSUBC will be hosting and co-hosting an extensive side events program in Gdańsk on 23–25 June\, including general side events covering investment and business climate\, as well as sector-specific events\, covering Energy/Minerals and Defense sectors. \nAll USUBC members and partners attending URC in Gdańsk are warmly invited to the listed side events. Please note that attendance is limited to USUBC members and partners\, and registration is mandatory for all side events. Due to space constrains\, we can only accommodate up to two representatives per company\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and registration will close as we reach capacity. \nSponsorship opportunities are available. For details\, please contact Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council at nkhomaziuk@usubc.org \n  \n\n\n23 June | 10:30-14:00 | Register\n3D Recovery: Partnership\, EU Integration and Human Capital\nThe panel discussion will examine how Ukraine’s recovery is being shaped at the regional and community levels through cooperation between government\, business\, and international partners. The conversation will focus on recovery projects in the context of European integration\, as well as the critical role of human capital\, education\, and workforce development in building a resilient and sustainable future for Ukraine. \nRead more\nFormat: Panel Discussion & Networking Lunch\nOrganizers: USUBC\, Business Ombudsman Council \n\n\n23 June | 19:00-21:30 | Register\nUSUBC Welcome Dinner\nThis exclusive high-level networking gala will bring together USUBC Members\, Senior Advisors\, partners\, and senior representatives of the U.S. and Ukrainian governments for a focused evening of strategic dialogue on Ukraine’s recovery\, investment priorities\, and transatlantic cooperation\, combined with informal networking and cultural program by Cultural Forces\,  an internationally renowned musical ensemble of the Ukrainian army veterans.\nFormat: Moderated Dinner Discussion\nOrganizers: USUBC \n\n\n24 June | 8:00-10:00 | Register\nInvestment Opportunities in Ukraine Now and after the War\nUkraine’s recovery has attracted major attention from international and domestic companies and investors\, looking to pursue the many promising business opportunities in the country’s reconstruction\, while the best way to ensure a successful rebuilding of Ukraine is to engage in this process now\, with the companies operating in Ukraine today. These “economic first responders” need expanded access to capital to scale their efforts and help avoid a gap between current efforts and a start of overall post-war recovery. The Breakfast Roundtable\, will discuss how to innovate on existing financing mechanisms and crowd in new investments today.\nRead more\nFormat: Breakfast Roundtable\nOrganizers: USUBC\, Atlantic Council\, System Capital Management & DTEK \n\n\n24 June | 12:00-14:30 | Register\nNavigating the Business Climate in Ukraine: Reducing Risk\, Unlocking Capital and Trust\nThis panel discussion will explore how economic security\, transparent governance\, and rule-based investment frameworks can strengthen investor confidence and support Ukraine’s long-term recovery. The discussion will bring together policymakers\, oversight institutions\, and private sector leaders to examine practical approaches to balancing investment openness with the protection of strategic sectors.\nRead more\nFormat: Panel Discussion & Networking Lunch\nOrganizers: USUBC\, CIPE \n\n\n24 June | 16:00-18:00 | Register\nPowering Ukraine’s Recovery: Renewables\, Biofuels\, Conventionals and Minerals\nThis event will explore a broad spectrum of energy sources powering Ukraine’s recovery\, as well as the development of Ukraine’s natural resources\, focusing on conventionals and minerals\, and will include two panel discussions. Panel One will focus on renewables and biofuels\, and Panel Two – on conventionals and minerals\, with the special focus on the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) and will include representatives of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and the Government of Ukraine.\nRead more\nFormat: Panel Discussions and Networking Reception\nOrganizers: USUBC\, Mercy Corps \n\n\n25 June | 15:30-21:00 | Register\nDefenсe Day\nThis business Forum\, co-organized by USUBC together with Defence Builder\, KSE Institute\, General Cherry\, and the Ukrainian Council of Defence Industry\, brings Ukrainian DIB and defence tech companies together with investors\, government officials\, and industry partners interested in co-production\, technology transfer\, and long-term integration of Ukrainian capabilities into allied defence supply chains. The focus is practical: joint venture structures that are already working\, investment pipelines and other investment and cooperation vehicles with real deal flow\, and the legal and export frameworks needed to scale Ukrainian defence tech and industrial capabilities internationally.\nThe program is structured in two parts — a UAV industry showcase and strategic discussion\, followed by a session on the broader defence industrial base — and includes panel discussions\, a fireside chat\, a presentation of exclusive research on Ukraine’s UAV sector\, followed by the Networking Reception.\nRead more\nFormat: Business Forum with Panel Discussions and Networking Reception\nOrganizers: USUBC in partnership with Defence Builder\, KSE Institute\, General Cherry and Ukrainian Council of Defence Industry URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-side-events-at-the-ukraine-recovery-conference-urc-2026-in-gdansk/ LOCATION:Gdańsk\, Gdańsk\, Poland CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Frame-53126-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T180000 DTSTAMP:20260625T085915Z CREATED:20260605T075035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T085915Z UID:65510-1781794800-1781805600@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:U.S.-Ukraine Investment Roundtable DESCRIPTION:USUBC\, in partnership with the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE)\, will organize a private sector roundtablle on Thursday\, 18 June 2026\, in Kyiv. The event will bring together U.S. and Ukrainian business participants to discuss opportunities\, challenges\, and practical pathways for implementing projects in the critical minerals\, energy\, and oil & gas sectors. \nAs Ukraine and the United States advance cooperation under the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the Establishment of a United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund\, the Roundtable aims to strengthen dialogue and collaboration between the two countries’ private sectors and support greater business engagement in the Agreement’s implementation. The Roundtable will conclude with the preparation of recommendations for the Government of Ukraine on reforms and policy measures that can facilitate successful implementation of the Agreement and encourage private investment. \nProgram:\n15:00 – 15:30 \nRegistration and Welcome Coffee  \n  \n15:30 – 15:45 \nOpening and Keynote remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nEric K. Hontz\, Director\, Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) \n​ \n15:45 – 16:45\n \nRoundtablle Discussion \nModerator:\nGlib Bondar\, Senior Partner\, AVELLUM \nSpeakers:\nValery Hrebeniuk\, Advisor on Diplomatic Issues\, NJSC «Nadra Ukrainy»\nVita Khyzhniak\, Head of the Foreign Economic Relations Department\, Mining Division\, BGV Group Management\nMaryna Koltsova\, Director\, Alvarez & Marsal Middle East Limited\nKseniya Orynchak\, Founder and Executive Director\, National Association of Extractive Industries of Ukraine\nSergiy Tsivkach\, Senior Advisor\, Albright Stonebridge Group\, Europe & Eurasia \n  \n16:45 – 18:00  \nNetworking Reception \n\nSpeakers\n \n \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC and CIPE members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. \n  URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/u-s-ukraine-investment-roundtable/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/USUBC_CIPE-EVENT_18-juNE-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260615T160000 DTSTAMP:20260619T085808Z CREATED:20260605T074908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T085808Z UID:65507-1781528400-1781539200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC Business Lunch for Ambassador Julie S. Davis\, Chargé d’Affaires a.i.\, U.S. Embassy Kyiv and the Rotating U.S. Embassy Leadership DESCRIPTION:USUBC and its members will be holding a lunch roundtable recognizing the outstanding tenure of Amb. Julie S. Davis\, Chargé d’Affaires a.i.\, U.S. Embassy Kyiv\, Jeremy Beer\, Economic Counselor\, U.S. Embassy Kyiv\, Brig. Gen. Brad Nicholson\, Senior Defense Official / Defense Attaché\, U.S. Embassy Kyiv and Leon Skarshinski\, Senior Commercial Officer for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Foreign Commercial Service\, U.S. Embassy Kyiv. \nThis will be an opportunity for our members to meet with the U.S. Embassy Leadership in person\, thank them for all the brilliant work and successes they have achieved for the benefit of U.S.-Ukraine bilateral economic relations\, and to exchange practical ideas on current and future efforts to rebuild Ukraine. As Ukraine enters a critical new phase of reconstruction and Euro-Atlantic integration\, this conversation takes on added significance — bringing together the voices of American business and U.S. diplomatic leadership to shape the path forward for a stronger\, more prosperous bilateral partnership. \n \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis\, and will be closed when we reach capacity. \n  URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-business-lunch-for-ambassador-julie-s-davis-charge-daffaires-a-i-u-s-embassy-kyiv-and-the-rotating-u-s-embassy-leadership/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/USUBC-Business-Lunch-with-Embassy-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260611T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260619T085137Z CREATED:20260521T175834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T085137Z UID:64205-1781186400-1781204400@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC and UBN Network Joint Live Event: “Recovery & Business: On the Road to URC 2026 in Gdańsk” DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) and UBN Network will host an annual joint live event\, “Recovery & Business: On the Road to the Ukraine Recovery Conference – URC 2026 – in Gdańsk” on Thursday\, 11 June 2026\, in Kyiv. This high-level event will bring together government leaders\, business executives\, investors\, and international partners to discuss the strategic role of the private sector in Ukraine’s recovery and sustainable development. \nThe event serves as a key milestone on the road to the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2026) in Gdańsk\, and will include a panel on “Preview: Private Sector Participation in the Business Dimensions at URC 2026 in Gdańsk”. \nA dedicated project showcase\, followed by Networking Reception\, will help connect participants with high-impact partnership and investment opportunities. \n  \nProgram:\n14:00 – 14:30 \nRegistration and Welcome Coffee  \n  \n14:30 – 14:45 \nWelcoming Remarks: \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nAndrew Pryma\, Co-Founder\, Ukraine Business News (UBN) Network \n​ \n14:45 – 16:00\n \nUBN Panel: Ukraine is Winning Now and Leading the West Tomorrow \nModerators:\nAndrew Pryma\, Co-Founder\, Ukraine Business News (UBN) Network\nMark McNamee\, Co-Founder/Owner\, Ukraine Business News (UBN) Network \nSpeakers:\nPeter Dickinson\, Editor\, Atlantic Council & Business Ukraine Magazine\nGiorgio Provinciali\, War Correspondent \n​ \n16:05 – 17:20\n \nUSUBC Panel: Preview: Private Sector Participation in the Business Dimensions at URC 2026 in Gdańsk \nKeynote Remarks:\nAmbassador Piotr Łukasiewicz\, Chargé d’Affaires ad Interim\, Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Kyiv \nModerator:\nNadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \nSpeakers:\nMaryna Baydyuk\, Executive Director\, United Help Ukraine\nMaciej Chrzanowski\, Counsellor & Head of Economic Section\, Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Kyiv\nJock Mendoza-Willson\, Director of International and Investor Relations\, System Capital Management; Co-Chair\, British Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce (BUCC)\nAndriy Nikolayenko\, Member of Parliament\, Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (Energy & Minerals Expert) \n  \n17:30 – 19:00 \nNetworking Reception \n  \nSpeakers\n   \n \n  \nAttendance is limited to members\, clients\, and partner organizations of UBN and USUBC. Please complete the pre-registration form to request participation. Due to space constrains\, we can only accommodate up to two representatives per company\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and registration will close as we reach capacity. \n \n  \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, registration and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Dmytro Filonenko\, Director\, Programming & Business Development\, at dfilonenko@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-and-ubn-network-joint-live-event-recovery-business-on-the-road-to-urc-2026-in-gdansk/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Frame-53103.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521 DTSTAMP:20260526T095841Z CREATED:20260423T154946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T095841Z UID:63296-1779235200-1779321599@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:II Ukraine Financing Forum DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council\, in partnership with Sayenko Kharenko\, will hold an in-person Ukraine Financing Forum\, bringing together international financial institutions\, development finance institutions\, export credit agencies\, international banks\, investors\, and leading Ukrainian corporates. The event will serve as a platform for practical dialogue on how capital is being deployed into Ukraine and what is needed to scale investment for the country’s recovery and growth. \nThe discussion will focus on the evolving financing landscape\, the role of global financial institutions in supporting Ukrainian projects\, and the structuring of bankable investments across key sectors\, including energy\, industrial production\, and defense. The program will also feature a dedicated energy segment and a showcase of investable projects expected in 2026–2027. \nBuilding on the success of the 2025 Forum\, this year’s expanded full-day event will place greater emphasis on actionable solutions and deal-oriented discussions\, with participation from senior representatives of the Government of Ukraine. \nPlease visit the landing page of the event\, which provides details of the Program and speakers\, and is updated as preparations are progressing. \nAttendance is limited to USUBC members and partners from the following sectors: Aerospace & Defense\, Agriculture\, Critical Minerals\, Finance & Banking\, Consumer\, Energy\, Infrastructure\, Technology\, Logistics\, and Trade Associations. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/ii-ukraine-financing-forum/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Frame-53007.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260518T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T193000 DTSTAMP:20260520T085136Z CREATED:20260423T154344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T085136Z UID:63265-1779105600-1779132600@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Business Forum: U.S. Private Sector Engagement in Ukraine’s Reconstruction DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) and K&L Gates will host the Business Forum: U.S. Private Sector Engagement in Ukraine’s Reconstruction in Washington\, D.C. on Monday\, 18 May 2026\, from 12:30 to 5:30 PM\, followed by Rooftop Cocktail Reception. The event will bring together senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials\, industry leaders\, and investors to discuss practical investment opportunities for private sector engagement in Ukraine’s recovery across defense\, energy\, and infrastructure on the road to Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC 2026) hosted by Gdańsk\, Poland. \nThe Keynote Address will be delivered by Amb. John Herbst\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Director\, Eurasia Center\, Atlantic Council \nThe below Program and Speakers of the Business Forum reflect key priorities in defense innovation\, energy development\, and reconstruction financing\, including discussions on investment readiness\, legal frameworks\, and mechanisms to mobilize private capital alongside public and institutional investors. \n \n  \nProgram:\n12:00 – 12:30 PM \nRegistration\, Welcome Coffee and Networking \n  \n12:30 – 1:30 PM \nLuncheon and Keynote Address by Amb. John Herbst\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Director\, Eurasia Center\, Atlantic Council \n\nWelcome Remarks:\nGuillermo Christensen\, Partner\, K&L Gates\nStephanie Murphy\, Chair of the Board of Directors\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC); Vice President\, Crop Science and Corporate Government Affairs at Bayer;\nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\n\n​ \n1:30 – 2:30 PM\n \nPanel One: Ukraine: Opportunities for Private Sector in Defense and Security\n \n\nReconstruction & Dual-Use Technology Investment\nDefense Industrial Base Partnerships & Co-Production\nCybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure Protection\nFinancing Structures & Risk Mitigation Mechanisms\n\n​ \nModerator:\nGuillermo Christensen\, Partner\, K&L Gates \nSpeakers:\nNick Iltsopoulos\, Chief Operating Officer\, Trident Group America\, Inc.\nJennifer Pueschner\, Ukraine Executive\, Global Accounts\, Raytheon\, an RTX Business\nBoris Shulzhenko\, Founder\, Mathesis; CEO\, aiKOLO LLC\nPhillip Stewart\, Chief Operating Officer\, Jones Group Europe \n  \n2:30 – 2:45 PM \nNetworking Coffee Break \n  \n2:45 PM – 3:45 PM\n \nPanel Two: Energy and Minerals \n\nStrategic investment opportunities within and outside the framework of the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Partnership\nUpdate on the available projects\nJoint projects: what can a U.S. partner and a local partner offer on a joint project\nThe current legal and regulatory regime and the available legal instruments (PSAs\, concessions\, PPP); potential for legislative and regulatory improvements\nThe resurgence of nuclear energy to ensure energy security and supply resilience in Europe and beyond: new and existing technologies\, new and constant policy objectives\, challenges during the ongoing war and occupation\nForeign investment protection and planning; prevention and mitigation of investment disputes with the State and state-owned enterprises\n\n  \nModerator:\nMaria Kostytska\, Partner\, K&L Gates \nSpeakers:\nJay Ibrahim\, President\, Sustainable Technology Solutions\, KBR\nMatthew Murray\, Chair of the Board of Advisors\, Velta Holdings US\, Inc\nAmb. Geoffrey Pyatt\, Chair of the International Advisory Board\, DTEK; Senior Managing Director\, Energy and Critical Minerals Practice\, McLarty Associates\nKatie Strangis\, Vice President\, Government
& International Affairs\, Westinghouse\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)  \n  \n3:45 – 4:00 PM \nNetworking Coffee Break \n  \n4:00 – 5:00 PM\n \nPanel Three: Reconstruction and Development: On the Road to the Ukraine Recovery Conference – URC 2026 in Gdańsk \n\nURC 2026 in Gdańsk: Outline of the Program and Key Dimensions; U.S. Private Sector Engagement Opportunities \nU.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) – an innovative bespoke mechanism; key sectors in URIF’s investment portfolio; latest developments and deployment of equity investments in 2026\nBankability and financing – co-investment with IFIs and crowding in private capital\n\n​ \nModerator:\nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \nSpeakers:\nIhor Baranetskyi\, Minister-Counsellor (Economic Issues)\, Embassy of Ukraine in the USA\nBartosz Folusiak\, Head of the Economic Section\, Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Washington D.C.\nLev Holubec\, Consulting Solutions\, Partner\, Co-Leader\, Rebuild Ukraine Global Task Force\, PwC\nAgnes Pawelkowska\, Senior International Trade Specialist\, Office of Eastern Europe and Eurasia\, U.S. Department of Commerce\nVladyslav Rashkovan\, Alternate Executive Director and Board Member\, International Monetary Fund\nZain Shamim\, Director\, Private Equity\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)  \n  \n5:00 – 5:20 PM \nClosing Remarks \nCharles H. Camp\, Secretary-Treasurer\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC); President\, Law Offices of Charles H. Camp\, P.C.\nGuillermo Christensen\, Partner\, K&L Gates\nAmb. John Herbst\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Director\, Eurasia Center\, Atlantic Council\n \n  \n5:20 – 7:30 PM \nRooftop Cocktail Reception \n  \nSpeakers\n           \n  \nParticipation is limited to USUBC members and partners. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis and will be closed when we reach capacity. \n \n  URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/business-forum-u-s-private-sector-engagement-in-ukraines-reconstruction-on-the-road-to-the-ukraine-recovery-conference-urc-2026-in-gdansk/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/new_social.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260508T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260508T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T165352Z CREATED:20260501T140256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T165352Z UID:63479-1778252400-1778256000@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:AI+ Expo Panel “AI for Recovery and Demining in Ukraine” DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) will organize the panel “AI for Recovery and Demining in Ukraine” during the third AI+ Expo in Washington\, D.C. As part of the “Innovation Under Fire: Lessons Learned from Ukraine” Program\, this final panel will take place on Friday\, 8 May at 3:00 PM at 3:00 PM in Room 154 of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. \nThe panel “AI for Ukraine’s Recovery and Demining” will explore the broader role of artificial intelligence in supporting Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction\, with demining as one crucial component of a larger\, integrated effort. The discussion will highlight how AI can enhance the efficient use of resources\, strengthen transparency\, and support human capital development. Panelists will also examine innovative technologies and practical applications\, offering a comprehensive perspective on how AI-driven solutions can contribute to rebuilding Ukraine in a more resilient\, modern\, and sustainable way. \nThe AI+ Expo\, organized by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP)\, runs from May 7–9. The event convenes global leaders in AI and technology to foster collaboration and strengthen U.S. and allied competitiveness. \nSpeakers: \n\nYulia O’Connell\, Director of Development\, Dignitas Ukraine\nDmytro Ovcharenko\, Founder and CEO\, Alcor\nNina Sharaievska\, Country Director (USA) & Head of Delivery\, Softengi\nOleksandr Vainer\, Investor\, UADamage; Co-Founder\, Agrosem\n\n  \nThe discussion will be moderated by Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council. \nPlease note that all participants\, including speakers\, are required to register through the general Expo registration link\, with no separate registration needed for the panel. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/ai-expo-panel-ai-for-recovery-and-demining-in-ukraine/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Frame-53033-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T140635Z CREATED:20260501T140635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T140635Z UID:63482-1778176800-1778180400@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Evening with the Ukrainian Defenders Leadership Center DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\, in partnership with Ukraine House and the Kyiv-Mohyla Foundation of America\, a valued USUBC member\, will host an Evening with the Ukrainian Defenders Leadership Center at Ukraine House in Washington\, D.C. The event will highlight the Center’s work in supporting Ukrainian veterans through education\, community engagement\, and leadership development\, equipping them to contribute to Ukraine’s long-term recovery and reconstruction. \nEstablished within the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy\, the Center brings together veterans\, academia\, and cross-sector partners to foster leadership and civic engagement. This May\, its team will visit Washington to present its work and engage with partners and stakeholders. \nKeynote remarks will be delivered by the Honorable William B. Taylor\, former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine. Speakers will also include Yana Chapailo\, Director of the Ukrainian Defenders Leadership Center\, Dmytro Ternovyi\, veteran and former Hospitallers combat medic and Marine\, and Mariia Savrun\, Partnerships and Development Director of the Center. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/evening-with-the-ukrainian-defenders-leadership-center/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Frame-53031.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260503T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260503T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141047Z CREATED:20260501T141003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T141047Z UID:63485-1777827600-1777834800@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:California Ukraine Leadership Reception & Dinner DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council\, in partnership with the Ukrainian American House\, will host the California Ukraine Leadership Reception & Dinner\, focused on strengthening direct California-Ukraine leadership ties\, advancing military cooperation\, and reinforcing continued support for Ukraine. The program will feature Major General Matthew P. Beevers\, Adjutant General of California and Head of the California National Guard; Major General Oleksandr Pivnenko\, Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine; and Dmytro Kushneruk\, Consul General of Ukraine in San Francisco. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/california-ukraine-leadership-reception-dinner/ LOCATION:Citrus Heights\, CA\, Citrus Heights\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Frame-53027.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T145636Z CREATED:20260416T174617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T145636Z UID:63168-1777363200-1777368600@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Webinar “Business Opportunities in Ukraine: U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) and Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026” DESCRIPTION:USUBC\, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce\, will host a webinar focused on emerging investment opportunities linked to Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts and the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026. The discussion will bring together senior representatives of the U.S. and Ukrainian governments\, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\, the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Washington\, D.C.\, and private sector to explore the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF)\, available support mechanisms\, and practical pathways for U.S. companies seeking to engage in Ukraine’s recovery. \nSpeakers: \n\nYegor Perelygin\, Deputy Minister
of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine\nElizabeth Shortino\, Managing Director\, Public Sector Services\, Alvarez & Marsal\, LLC\nLeon Skarshinski\, Senior Commercial Officer for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Foreign Commercial Service\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nCameron Werker\, Deputy Assistant Secretary (Acting) for Europe and Eurasia\, International Trade Administration (ITA)\, U.S. Department of Commerce\nMagda Zgorzałek\, Diplomat\, Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Washington\, D.C.\n\n  \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, USUBC will moderate the session\, while Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, USUBC\, will lead the Q&A discussion. \nIt is an open webinar intended for any companies interested in investing in Ukraine. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/webinar-business-opportunities-in-ukraine-u-s-ukraine-reconstruction-investment-fund-urif-and-ukraine-recovery-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:USUBC Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/webinar_new-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTSTAMP:20260416T080957Z CREATED:20260409T160418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T080957Z UID:63046-1776556800-1776643199@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC to Lead Economic Panel at Ukraine Action Summit Conference DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\, in cooperation with the American Coalition for Ukraine\, will co-organize a panel on U.S.-Ukraine economic relations at the Ukraine Action Summit Conference on April 19\, 2026. \nThe discussion will be moderated by Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President of USUBC\, and will highlight the benefits to the U.S. economy of American investment in Ukraine\, building on USUBC’s Impact Brief. \nConfirmed speakers include USUBC members: \n\nStephanie Murphy\, Vice President\, Crop Science and Corporate Government Affairs\, Bayer\nKatie Strangis\, Vice President\, Government and International Affairs\, Westinghouse Electric Company\nMatthew Murray\, Chair of the Board of Advisors\, Velta Holdings US; Columbia University / Georgetown University\n\nThe panel (10:45–11:45 AM) will include opening remarks\, moderated discussion\, and audience Q&A. The Summit (April 19–22) will bring together over 500 participants from across the United States for policy discussions and Congressional advocacy on Capitol Hill. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-to-lead-economic-panel-at-ukraine-action-summit-conference/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Frame-52997.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T184305Z CREATED:20260327T161220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T184305Z UID:62754-1775638800-1775646000@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC-ISOA Webinar: Business Opportunities and Partnerships in Ukraine’s Demining Sector DESCRIPTION:On 8 April\, USUBC in partnership with the International Stability Operations Association (ISOA)\, will host a webinar focused on business opportunities and partnerships in Ukraine’s rapidly evolving demining sector. The discussion will bring together representatives from the U.S. and Ukrainian governments\, international organizations\, and private sector companies to explore strategic priorities for 2026\, as well as approaches to investment and risk mitigation in areas affected by explosive hazards. \nSpeakers: \n\nErin Atkinson\, Deputy Program Manager and Senior Project Manager\, Tetra Tech\nIhor Bezkaravainyi\, Deputy Minister of Economy\, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine\nCenk Olcay Seran\, Director of International Development\, ECC\nMichael Tirre\, Program Manager for Europe\, U.S. Department of State\, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs\, Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement (WRA)\nMichel Weis\, International Operations Manager\, Deminetec\nChris Whatley\, Executive Director\, The HALO Trust USA\n\n  \nGinny Maycock\, Vice President\, Marketing
and Communications\, International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) and Irina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, USUBC will deliver welcoming remarks. Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council and Dmytro Filonenko\, Director\, Programming & Business Development\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) will co-moderate the discussion. \nThe program will cover U.S. government support mechanisms\, market challenges and opportunities\, the role of international NGOs\, and emerging technologies in demining. Designed for a broader circle of U.S. businesses operating in Ukraine that need support in demining\, as well as companies operating in or considering entry into the demining sector\, the webinar aims to facilitate practical collaboration\, strengthen partnerships\, and support the development of a safer environment for Ukraine’s economic recovery. \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC and ISOA members and partners. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-isoa-webinar-business-opportunities-and-partnerships-in-ukraines-demining-sector/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:USUBC Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/webinar_new-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260326T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260326T160000 DTSTAMP:20260402T081311Z CREATED:20260305T203413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T081311Z UID:61788-1774533600-1774540800@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC Meeting with Taras Vysotskyi\, Deputy Minister of Economy\, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine DESCRIPTION:USUBC\, in partnership with American University Kyiv (AUK) and Mercy Corps\, will host a working lunch with Taras Vysotskyi\, Deputy Minister of Economy\, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine in Kyiv. The discussion will focus on the Ministry’s strategic priorities for 2026\, wartime agricultural logistics and grain exports\, key sector challenges for 2026-2027\, and the role of innovation and technology in strengthening resilience. \nThe meeting aims to foster practical cooperation between the Ministry and USUBC member companies across agriculture\, food processing\, technology\, and logistics\, with participation from leading international partners. \n \nParticipation is limited to USUBC members and partners. Due to space constraints\, we can accept no more than two representatives per company. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-meeting-with-taras-vysotskyi-deputy-minister-of-economy-environment-and-agriculture-of-ukraine/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Frame-52149-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260324T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260324T143000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153821Z CREATED:20260305T203925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153821Z UID:61794-1774342800-1774362600@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Second URIF Industry Day DESCRIPTION:U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) will host the Second URIF Industry Day on U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) welcoming the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) visiting delegation and focusing on private sector engagement with the U.S. Government and the Government of Ukraine. The event will be held on Tuesday\, 24 March 2026\, from 9:00 to 14:30 in Kyiv. \nThe below Program and Speakers of the Second URIF Industry Day reflect the key sectors selected for URIF’s investment portfolio.  It will also incorporate discussion on project preparation facility\, bankability\, financing and attracting private capital\, and will conclude with the Networking Lunch. \nThe first URIF Industry Day was hosted by USUBC in Washington DC on 16 December 2025 in partnership with the Atlantic Council\, Business Executives for National Security (BENS) and International Stability Operations Association (ISOA). \n \n  \nProgram:\n9:00 – 9:30 AM \nRegistration\, Welcome Coffee and Networking \n​ \n9:30 – 10:30 AM\n \nPanel One: Innovation-Driven Recovery and Development\n \n\nU.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) – an innovative bespoke mechanism; latest developments and deployment of equity investments in 2026\nProject preparation facility\nBankability and financing – co-investment with IFIs and crowding in private capital\nURIF’s role in de-risking investments\nKey sectors in URIF’s investment portfolio: minerals\, energy\, infrastructure\, transportation\, logistics\, telecoms and innovation\n\n​ \nModerator:\nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \n​Speakers:\nPeter A. Briggs\, Managing Director\, Alvarez & Marsal\nLesya Kuzmenko\, Associate Director\, Deputy Head of Ukraine\, ICA (Industry\, Commerce and Agribusiness)\, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)\nYegor Perelygin\, Deputy Minister\, Ministry of Economy\, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine\nArtem Rybchneko\, Deputy Minister for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) \n  \n10:30 – 11:00 AM \nKeynote Opening Remarks \nAmbassador Julie S. Davis\, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv \n  \n11:00 – 11:30 AM \nNetworking Coffee Break \n  \n11:30 AM – 12:30 PM\n \nPanel Two: Strategic & Emerging Technologies \n\nKey sectors of Strategic & Emerging Technologies: defense tech\, uncrewed systems and autonomous technologies\, robotics\, dual use\, defense IT\, AI-driven systems\nThe role of DFIs\, IFIs\, venture capital and strategic investors in financing and development of Strategic & Emerging Technologies\nCooperation opportunities in the defense tech sector\, scaling defense innovation\, testing\, and rapid product deployment\nDual use and demining\n\n\n​ \nModerator:\nAnna Kovalenko\, Senior Advisor\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \n​Speakers:\nAndrii Hrytseniuk\, CEO\, Brave1\nAnthony Pollak\, Country Officer\, Ukraine\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nYuriy Syvytsky\, Advisory Board Member\, Intecracy Group\nDaria Yaniieva\, President\, Defence Builder Ecosystem\n \n  \n12:30 – 1:30 PM\n \nPanel Three: Unlocking Ukraine’s Energy and Minerals Potential \n\nStrategic investors and available projects \nRoadblocks and needed improvements of the legal and investment regime; available legal instruments (PSAs\, Concessions\, PPP)\nJoint projects: what can a U.S. partner and a local partner offer on a joint project \nInvestment-readiness in energy\, mining and related sectors\n\n​ \nModerator:\nMykola Stetsenko\, Managing Partner\, AVELLUM \n​Speakers:\nNiko Gachechyladze\, Director\, State Organization “Agency on Support of Public-Private Partnership”\nArtem Petrenko\, Executive Director\, Association of Gas Producers of Ukraine\nNadiia Petruchenko\, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer\, SPP Development Ukraine Group of Companies\nZain Shamim\, Director at the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nSergii Voitsekhovskyi\, Board Member\, BGV Group Management \n  \n1:30 – 1:40 PM \nKeynote Closing Remarks \nOleksii Sobolev\, Minister of Economy\, Environment\, and Agriculture of Ukraine \n  \n1:40 – 2:30 PM \nNetworking Lunch \n  \nSpeakers\n   \n  \nThe attendance will be limited to USUBC members and partners. For questions and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Olha Andrieieva\, Director of Member Services and Marketing at oandrieieva@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/second-urif-industry-day/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Frame-52832і.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260327T121606Z CREATED:20260226T095434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T121606Z UID:61633-1773858600-1773867600@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:“THE WORLD I LIVE IN” an Exhibition by the Renowned Ukrainian Artist Vasyl Korchynskyi DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\, in partnership with Asters\, invites you to our traditional joint event celebrating Ukrainian art at the ArtAsters Reception. The event will feature “THE WORLD I LIVE IN”\, an exhibition by renowned Ukrainian artist Vasyl Korchynskyi. \nVasyl Korchynskyi is a Ukrainian artist\, painter\, graphic artist\, and master of vytynanky whose work reflects the world he lives in – shaped by history\, memory\, and lived experience. Drawing on folk imagery and spiritual symbolism\, he explores themes of identity\, dignity\, war\, and resilience. His art offers a deeply personal yet universal vision of Ukraine\, rooted in tradition and mindful of present realities. \nThis special event will take place on Wednesday\, 18 March 2026\, from 18:30 to 21:00 at Asters’ office in the Leonardo Business Center\, Kyiv. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/the-world-i-live-in-an-exhibition-by-the-renowned-ukrainian-artist-vasyl-korchynskyi/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/the-world-exhibition.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T181500 DTSTAMP:20260325T123237Z CREATED:20260305T203642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T123237Z UID:61791-1773334800-1773339300@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Business Roundtable with Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine DESCRIPTION:The U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\, in partnership with Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE)\, will hold an in-person Business Roundtable with the Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine (ESBU) featuring its Director\, Oleksandr Tsyvinskyi\, and Deputy Director for Digital Development\, Digital Transformation\, and Digitalization Yurii Bielousov.\n \nNatalia Otel Belan\, Director for the Europe and Eurasia Division\, CIPE (Washington\, D.C.)\, will deliver welcome remarks. The discussion will be moderated by Irina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, USUBC. \nThe ESBU leadership will provide an overview of the Bureau’s mandate\, core functions\, and current priorities. The presentation will be followed by a discussion on advancing economic security and promoting fair business practices in Ukraine\, with particular focus on key instruments that support a transparent and resilient business climate. The conversation will also address efforts to protect investment through strengthened economic security and accountability. A Q&A session will conclude the program. \nParticipation is limited to USUBC members and partners. Due to space constraints\, we can accept no more than two representatives per company. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/business-roundtable-with-economic-security-bureau-of-ukraine/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Meeting-with-BEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T203000 DTSTAMP:20260312T192722Z CREATED:20260212T195035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T192722Z UID:61247-1773079200-1773088200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Business Roundtable with the Brave1 USA Investment Roadshow DESCRIPTION:As part of the Washington\, D.C. program for the Brave1 USA Investment Roadshow\, USUBC will host the in-person Business Roundtable and Networking Reception on Monday\, March 9 in Washington\, D.C. \nRegistration and welcome drinks will begin at 5:30 PM\, the Business Roundtable starts at 6:00 PM\, and the Networking Reception follows at 7:15PM. \nThe event will feature a high-level delegation of leading Ukrainian Defense Tech companies\, and will convene USUBC members\, U.S. government and congressional representatives and partner organizations for a focused discussion on Ukraine’s rapidly evolving defense sector and tangible transatlantic business opportunities in combat-tested innovations. \n  \nProgram:\n5:30 – 6:00 PM \nRegistration & Welcome Drinks \n​ \n6:00 – 6:15 PM \nIntroductory and Welcome Remarks \nAmb. Olga Stefanishyna\, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States\nAmb. John Herbst\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Director\, Eurasia Center\, Atlantic Council\nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC) \n  \n6:15 – 7:15 PM\n \nBusiness Roundtable: In Support of the Brave1 USA Roadshow \n\nHow Ukraine’s Strategic Emerging Technologies market is evolving: immediate priorities\, expectations and challenges\nEmphasis on international cooperation: new export opportunities for Ukrainian companies; entering U.S. and EU markets; co-production\nAdvantages for the U.S. partners to work with and invest in Ukrainian companies; cooperation opportunities in Ukraine: R&D\, testing\, co-production\, rapid product deployment\, scaling.\nVision for the future.\n\n  \nModerator:\nDebra Cagan\, Senior Advisor\, Eurasia Center; Distinguished Fellow\, Transatlantic Leadership Network\, Atlantic Council \nSpeakers:\n \nKimberly Kagan\, President\, Institute for the Study of War (ISW)\nOleksandr Kokhanovskyy\, Managing Partner\, Aero Center\nOleksii Markhovskyi\, Co-founder & CPO\, Frontline Robotics\nIryna Zabolotna\, Deputy Director\, Innovation Development Fund & Brave1\nVolodymyr Zinovskyi\, CEO\, TAF Industries \n  \n7:15 – 8:30 PM \nNetworking Reception \n  \nSpeakers\n   \n  \nParticipation is limited to USUBC members and partners. Due to space constraints\, we can accept no more than two representatives per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis and will be closed when we reach capacity. \nFor questions and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council at nkhomaziuk@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/business-roundtable-with-the-brave1-usa-investment-roadshow/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Frame-52186s.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260311T080355Z CREATED:20260130T171442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T080355Z UID:60629-1772731800-1772742600@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC Housewarming Party DESCRIPTION:USUBC is delighted to welcome members\, partners\, and friends to a housewarming reception celebrating the opening of our new headquarters in historic Georgetown. Please save the date for March 5 at 5:30 PM and join us at 1055 Thomas Jefferson Street NW\, Suite M200\, Washington\, D.C.\, as we mark this next chapter for USUBC and our continued presence in the nation’s capital. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-housewarming-party/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Party5Mar-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260223T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260223T183000 DTSTAMP:20260226T195217Z CREATED:20260130T171301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T195217Z UID:60626-1771862400-1771871400@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:BUCC-USUBC Business Roundtable and Reception with British MPs DESCRIPTION:USUBC and the British-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce (BUCC)\, with co-host UK Friends of Ukraine\, will hold an exclusive Business Roundtable and Reception with a delegation of 30 visiting Members from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Ukraine. \nThe discussion will focus on the investment and business opportunities created by the UK-Ukraine groundbreaking 100-year Partnership Agreement\, including: the energy sector\, recovery and reconstruction\, and collaboration in the defence sector. \nThe outline agenda for the event includes: \n\nAn introduction from USUBC and BUCC joint hosts\nWelcoming remarks from the Chairs of the British and Ukrainian Parliamentary delegations\nA panel discussion featuring contributions from UK Members of Parliament and Ukraine-based British and American business leaders\nA networking reception with visiting UK Members of Parliament and guests\n\n  \nThe event will be co moderated by Colin Ross\, Director\, BUCC; General Director\, Gleeds Ukraine LLC and Mykola Stetsenko\, member of the USUBC Executive Committee\, President of the Ukrainian Bar Association\, and Managing Partner at AVELLUM (Bio). \nParticipation is limited to USUBC and BUCC members and partners. Due to space constraints\, we can accept only one representative per company. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/bucc-usubc-business-roundtable-and-reception-with-british-mps/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Frame-51714.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T173000 DTSTAMP:20260206T104335Z CREATED:20260108T085528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T104335Z UID:60203-1770211800-1770226200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:U.S.-Ukraine Business Forum 2026: Innovation and Regional Development DESCRIPTION:USUBC will host its annual U.S.-Ukraine Business Forum 2026: Innovation and Regional Development on 4 February 2026\, during Ukrainian Week in Washington\, D.C. \nBuilding on the success of the previous Forums\, the 2026 edition will continue to serve as a platform for advancing dialogue on Ukraine’s recovery and long-term economic development\, bringing together the top tier of Ukrainian business\, government and regional leadership with US private sector. \n  \nProgram:\n1:00 – 1:30 PM \nRegistration \n​ \n1:30 – 2:00 PM \nIntroductory Remarks \nStephanie Murphy\, Chair\, Executive Committee of U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC); Vice President\, Crop Science and Corporate Government Affairs\, Bayer U.S.\nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nThomas J. Spulak\, Partner\, Government Advocacy and Public Policy\, King & Spalding\nPavlo Unguryan\, Ukrainian Week principal organizer\, Fmr. Member of the Ukrainian Parliament \n  \n2:00 – 3:00 PM\n \nPanel One: Innovation-Driven Regional Recovery and Development \n\nReconstruction and regional development\nInfrastructure\, logistics and transport\nIncreasing role of innovation technologies and AI in Agro sector\nInsights on strategies and projects for regional recovery and growth\nFinancing\, war risk insurance\, making the projects bankable: Project Preparation Facilities\nU.S.-Ukraine Prosperity Plan: prosperity-oriented investment and development\n\n  \nModerator:\nVlad Skots\, CEO\, USKO Express Inc. \nSpeakers:\nPeter A. Briggs\, Managing Director\, Alvarez & Marsal\nNadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nMykola Lukashuk\, Head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council\nAlex Romanishyn\, Advisor on International Affairs to the State Agency for Restoration of Ukraine\nOleksandr Vainer\, Co-owner\, Agrosem  \n  \n3:00 – 3:30 PM \nCoffee Break \n  \n3:30 – 4:30 PM\n \nPanel Two: Strategic Emerging Technologies \n\nKey sectors of Strategic Emerging Technologies: Defense Tech\, uncrewed systems and autonomous technologies\, robotics\, dual use\, Defense IT\, AI-driven systems\nThe role of DFIs\, IFIs\, venture capital and strategic investors in financing and development of Strategic Emerging Technologies\nCooperation opportunities in the defense tech sector\, scaling defense innovation\, testing\, and rapid product deployment\nDual Use; drones and demining\n\n​ \nModerator:\nDebra Cagan\, Senior Advisor\, Eurasia Center; Distinguished Fellow\, Transatlantic Leadership Network\, Atlantic Council \n​Speakers:\nRichard Budniewski\, Senior Operations Officer\, Mountain Horse Solutions\nDeborah Fairlamb\, Founding Partner\, Green Flag Ventures\nChurch Hutton\, Chief Growth Officer\, AV (AeroVironment\, Inc.)\nDave Sharpin\, Chief Executive Officer of Quantum-Systems Inc.\nPhillip Stewart\, Chief Operating Officer\, Jones Group Europe \n  \n4:30 – 5:30 PM\n \nPanel Three: Energy and Minerals \n\nUnlocking Ukraine’s natural resources potential\nInvestment-readiness in mining and related sectors\nThe pivotal role of U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) in Energy/Minerals sector \n\n  \nModerator:\nAmb. Geoffrey R. Pyatt\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Managing Director\, Energy and Critical Minerals Practice\, McLarty Associates \nConcluding Remarks:\nIhor Baranetskyi\, Minister-Counsellor (economic issues)\, Embassy of Ukraine in the USA \nSpeakers:\nOleksandr Dombrovskyi\, Deputy CEO\, Energy Innovation & Energy Efficiency\, MHP\nStepan Kozytskyy\, CEO\, Zakhidnadraservis LLC\nElizabeth Shortino\, Managing Director\, Alvarez & Marsal\nWill Thompson\, Managing Director\, Sovereign Partnerships\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nSergii Voitsekhovskyi\, Board Member\, BGV Group Management \n  \n5:30 – 6:30 PM \nNetworking Reception \n  \nSpeakers\n       \n \nThe working language of the Forum is English. \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC members and partners. The space is strictly limited\, so we can only accept one representative per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis and will be closed when we reach capacity. If you would like to join the event\, please fill out the registration form. \nFor questions and sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Vice President\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council at nkhomaziuk@usubc.org \nRead more about U.S.-Ukraine Business Forum 2025 URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/u-s-ukraine-business-forum-2026-innovation-and-regional-development/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Frame-51791-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260129T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Kyiv:20260129T193000 DTSTAMP:20260212T130236Z CREATED:20260126T114421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T130236Z UID:60500-1769707800-1769715000@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Government-Private Sector Networking Reception DESCRIPTION:USUBC will co-host a networking reception with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) and the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine in Kyiv on Thursday\, 29 January 2026. The event will bring together U.S. government representatives and members of the U.S.–Ukraine business community during CLDP’s visit to Kyiv\, which includes a high-level delegation advancing initiatives in public procurement\, public–private partnerships\, and investment dispute avoidance. The reception will provide an informal setting for dialogue\, relationship-building\, and discussion of priority reform and investment topics relevant to USUBC members. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/government-private-sector-networking-reception/ LOCATION:Kyiv\, Ukraine CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Frame-52180.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T133000 DTSTAMP:20260317T165651Z CREATED:20251121T121629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T165651Z UID:58114-1765875600-1765891800@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:Industry Day on U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund DESCRIPTION:USUBC\, in partnership with the Atlantic Council\, Business Executives for National Security (BENS) and International Stability Operations Association (ISOA)\, will host an Industry Day on U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund focusing on private sector engagement with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and the U.S. Government. The event will be held on Tuesday\, 16 December 2025\, from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Atlantic Council in Washington\, D.C. \nThe Program will include three panels and will conclude with the Networking Lunch: \n  \n8:15 – 9:00 AM \nRegistration\, Welcome Coffee and Networking \n​ \n9:00 – 9:20 AM\n \nWelcoming Remarks \nIrina Paliashvili\, President & CEO\, U.S.-Ukraine Business Council (USUBC)\nJohn Herbst\, Senior Director\, the Atlantic Council\, Eurasia Center\, Fmr. US Ambassador to Ukraine\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) \n  \n9:20 – 10:20 AM\n \nPanel One: U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund – U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) \n​Moderator:\nGlenn Goddard\, Lead for Ukrainian Assistance and Reconstruction\, Parsons Corp. \n​Speakers:\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nWill Thompson\, Managing Director\, Sovereign Partnerships\nJason Frey\, Director – Direct Equity\, Office of Infrastructure & Critical Minerals & Office of Energy\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nZain Shamim\, Director at the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nElizabeth Shortino\, Managing Director\, Alvarez & Marsal\nIhor Baranetskyi\, Minister-Counsellor (economic issues)\, Embassy of Ukraine in the USA \n  \n10:20 – 11:20 AM\n \nPanel Two: Private Sector – Unlocking Ukraine’s Energy and Minerals Potential \n​Moderator:\nAmb. Geoffrey Pyatt\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; Senior Managing Director\, Energy and Critical Minerals Practice\, McLarty Associates \n​Speakers:\nDerek Berlin\, Senior Vice President\, Global Government Solutions\, Logistics Plus\, Inc\nAnthony Weiss\, Executive Director\, TechMet\nKarl Jensen\, Executive Vice President of the National Governments practice in the Americas\, AECOM; ISOA Vice Chairman\nGeorge A. Pickart\, Managing Director\, Global Government Affairs & Policy\, GE Vernova\nMatthew Murray\, Chair\, Board of Advisors\, Velta Holding U.S.\, Inc. \n  \n11:20 – 11:50 AM \nNetworking Coffee Break \n​ \n11:50 AM – 12:40 PM\n \nPanel Three: Interactive Dialogue with Private Sector – Practical Engagement and Deployment of Projects \n​Moderator:\nShelby Magid\, Deputy Director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center \n​Speakers:\nMatt Simpson\, CEO\, Black Iron\, Inc.\nJonathan Taylor\, Associate General Counsel\, Private Equity & Investment Funds\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)\nWill Thompson\, Managing Director\, Sovereign Partnerships\nHoward R. Lind\, President and Executive Director\, International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) \n  \n12:40 – 1:40 PM\n \nNetworking Lunch \n\nSpeakers\n \n     \n  \nThe attendance is limited to members and partners of USUBC\, Atlantic Council\, BENS and ISOA. The space is strictly limited\, so we can only accept one representative per company. The registration will be carried out on a first come\, first served basis and will be closed when we reach capacity. \n  \n \n  \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, registration or sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Nadiia Khomaziuk\, Executive Director\, Washington D.C. at nkhomaziuk@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/industry-day-on-u-s-ukraine-reconstruction-investment-fund/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Industry-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251215T121500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251215T143000 DTSTAMP:20260213T103259Z CREATED:20251204T154847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T103259Z UID:58347-1765800900-1765809000@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC 30th Anniversary Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, 15 December 2025\, USUBC will hold its 30th Anniversary Business Luncheon from 12:15 to 2:30 PM in Washington\, D.C. \nOlga Stefanishyna\, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States and Conor Coleman\, Head of Investments\, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) will deliver keynote remarks\, followed by a panel “30 Years of Impact: Mutual Economic Benefits from USUBC Members Engagement in Ukraine” featuring distinguished speakers: \n\nPeter N. Fuller\, Major General\, US Army (Ret); Managing Director\, M&A and Strategy\, Cypress Global Strategies\nNatalie Jaresko\, Executive Director\, Strategy and Execution\, EY Parthenon; USUBC Senior Advisor\nBorys Kremenetskyi\, Major General (UKR-Air Force)\, Defense Attaché\, Embassy of Ukraine to the USA\nVladyslav Rashkovan\, Alternate Executive Director\, Board Member\, International Monetary Fund\n\n  \nThe Luncheon will be hosted by Stephanie Murphy\, Vice President\, Crop Science and Corporate Government Affairs\, Bayer; Vice Chair\, USUBC Executive Committee. \nThe panel will be moderated by Irina Paliashvili\, USUBC President & CEO. \nThe attendance is limited to USUBC Members and Partners. Sponsorship opportunities are available. \nWe thank the GardaWorld Federal Services and People of Ukraine Foundation for their partnership and support in organizing this event in Washington\, D.C. \nRegistration is closed. \nFor inquiries regarding this event\, please contact Iryna Chaika\, Program Manager at ichaika@usubc.org URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-30th-anniversary-business-luncheon/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Frame-52173-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T113000 DTSTAMP:20260213T103327Z CREATED:20250815T193621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T103327Z UID:53877-1765789200-1765798200@usubc.web-dev.top SUMMARY:USUBC Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, 15 December 2025 at 9:00 AM EST\, USUBC will convene its 30th Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors (“Annual Meeting”) in Washington\, D.C.\, which will be held in a hybrid format: in-person and via Zoom\, and will include annual elections for the USUBC Executive Committee and Officers. \nInvitations have been sent to all USUBC Designated Board Members\, and we kindly ask that Proxy Forms be submitted at the earliest convenience to ensure quorum. URL:https://usubc.web-dev.top/event/usubc-annual-meeting-and-30th-anniversary-business-luncheon/ LOCATION:Washington\, D.C.\, United States CATEGORIES:USUBC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://usubc.web-dev.top/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Annual-meeting-2026і.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR