UN Global Compact Network USA Summit Gathers US Business Leaders in New York
Over 140 leaders from U.S. companies and the United Nations convened in New York for the UN Global Compact Network USA Annual Summit. The event focused on shaping corporate sustainability leadership.
More than 140 leaders from U.S. companies and the United Nations gathered in New York City on September 25, 2026, for the UN Global Compact Network USA Annual Summit. The summit, themed "The Room Where It Happens: Shaping the Next Era of Sustainability Leadership," brought together business voices to examine opportunities and challenges in corporate sustainability within the United States.
The event featured discussions on newly published GlobeScan research regarding the state of corporate sustainability in North America. It also explored the drivers behind corporate ESG commitments in 2026 and emerging tools and trends influencing the future of U.S. corporate sustainability.
Amanda Gardiner, Executive Director of UN Global Compact Network USA, emphasized the importance of peer engagement in building more resilient businesses. A concluding fireside chat with author Andrew Winston and Ann Tracy, Chief Sustainability Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, highlighted the role of U.S. business in a changing global landscape and their influence on supply chain progress.
Supported by Baker Hughes and Cisco, the summit served as a forum for open sharing of challenges and approaches across industries. The objective was to foster idea exchange and identify strategies that enhance competitiveness while advancing sustainability goals.