MEDIA ADVISORY: 2026 Meridian Summit – Shaping American Influence
WHAT: Meridian International Center, a nonpartisan center for diplomacy founded in 1960, will host the 2026 Meridian Summit: Shaping American Influence, a premier convening of global business executives, policymakers, and diplomats. The half-day event on Friday, October 16 (8:00 AM–12:30 PM) will examine American influence and its role in shaping business and geopolitics.
SUMMIT CHAIRS: Sarah and Ross Perot, Jr. (Summit and Ball Chairs), Senator Bill Hagerty (Congressional Co-Chair), Rep. April McClain Delaney (Congressional Co-Chair) Pernod Ricard (Corporate Chair), ServiceNow (Global Engagement Chair), Politico (Media Partner), U.S. Chamber of Commerce (Venue Partner)
WHEN: Friday, October 16, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
WHERE: U.S. Chamber of Commerce 1615 H Street, NW Washington, D.C., 20062
WHY: The Meridian Summit convenes the leaders who are shaping American global influence — and the policymakers, diplomats, and investors who need to work with them — for a single day of consequential conversations in Washington, D.C. Now in its 15th year, the Summit is
Washington's definitive forum at the intersection of diplomacy, business, and geopolitics, drawing from across the spectrum of American power.
RSVP: Members of the media should RSVP by contacting Meridian International Center's Communications team at communications@meridian.org.
FOR PRESS: The Summit offers rich coverage possibilities. Journalists can arrange interviews with leading corporate and diplomatic figures on site. Photo/video highlights include panel discussions and networking. Please email the team at communications@meridian.org for more information.