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CTA Trade Week

May 19–21, 2026
Washington, D.C.

Join Us for CTA Trade Week

CTA Trade Week is a premier gathering designed to connect industry leaders, policymakers, and trade experts to discuss the future of global trade and its impact on technology and business. 

This exclusive event, hosted in Washington, D.C., offers unique opportunities for CTA members to engage directly with key decision-makers, participate in critical discussions, and advocate for policies that drive innovation and economic growth.

Why Attend

  • Gain insights from industry experts and policymakers on the future of global trade.
  • Advocate for your business by sharing your tariff story and discussing key trade policy issues.
  • Build connections with decision-makers, journalists, and stakeholders across the tech and trade sectors.
  • Shape the future of trade policies and regulations affecting the tech industry.

2025 Event Highlights

CTA Trade Watchers Evening Reception 

CTA Trade Week kicked off with an evening reception at the CTA Innovation House in Capitol Hill. Attendees networked with fellow trade policy experts, including representatives from embassies, think tanks, and the broader D.C. tech and trade community to build valuable relationships and engage in key trade policy conversations.

CTA Member-Only Events

  • CTA Trade Lobby Day

    CTA members engaged in impactful in-person meetings with members of the House and Senate, including the House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to advocate for CTA’s trade priorities on Capitol Hill and participate in informal lunch sessions with Hill staff to share insights into trade policy and innovation.  

  • Trade Briefings from the Trump Administration 

    CTA members received exclusive briefings from U.S. Executive Branch officials on critical trade issues. Representatives from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Department of Commerce, Department of the Treasury, and other key agencies shared updates on tariffs, supply chains, and evolving trade regulations. 

Contact Us

If you are interested in learning more about CTA membership or trade working groups, would like to share your tariff impact story or have a media request, please contact us.

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    Register