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International Business Council

Mission Statement

To connect, empower, and advance a vibrant community of international business leaders by fostering impactful partnerships, expanding access to global markets, and delivering the strategic resources needed to thrive in the Dulles Corridor and beyond. The International Business Council (IBC) drives innovation, cross-border collaboration, and economic growth through dynamic events, expert education, and world-class networking.

Vision Statement

To be the region’s foremost catalyst for international commerce—positioning the Dulles Corridor as a globally connected economic engine, recognized for its collaborative spirit, innovation ecosystem, and unparalleled opportunities for companies of every scale to launch, grow, and succeed in the global marketplace.

Why the Dulles Regional Chamber’s International Business Council Leads the Way

While many chambers offer standard networking groups, the Dulles Regional Chamber’s IBC delivers unique, tangible impact through:

  • Targeted Programming: Spotlighting dynamic industries, the IBC hosts signature events like the Space & Satellite Industry Summit, underscoring the region’s national leadership in aerospace, technology, and data-driven enterprise. Members tap directly into opportunities in rapidly growing global sectors.
  • Strategic Partnerships with Economic Development Leaders: Through strong alliances with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, and Loudoun Economic Development, IBC members enjoy unrivaled access to export support, international investment leads, and actionable market insights—resources that set our region apart.
  • Connections to Decision-Makers: By bringing together global corporations, innovative enterprises, government agencies, and industry organizations, the IBC ensures every member has a meaningful role in shaping the region’s international business ecosystem and in tackling global challenges collaboratively.
  • Cross-Industry Engagement: Whether in hospitality, technology, logistics, real estate, finance, or beyond, the IBC unites trailblazers across all sectors, fueling the resilient, innovative supply chains that power international competitiveness—especially along the Dulles and Route 28 corridors, home to a fast-growing cluster of international firms.
  • Gateway to Global Growth: Leveraging the unique advantages of proximity to Dulles International Airport and new Metro connections, the Chamber is perfectly positioned to help businesses expand efficiently into worldwide markets.

Why the Dulles Corridor Needs the IBC

The International Business Council is essential for driving international trade, attracting foreign investment, and forging high-value connections that propel job growth and foster industry leadership in aerospace, technology, logistics, and tourism. For companies determined to access global opportunity, shape economic policy, and lead the way in innovation, no committee offers a more strategic or connected platform.

Join the Dulles Regional Chamber and its International Business Council to shape your future in global commerce—leveraging influential connections, expert insight, and powerful economic resources to turn your global vision into reality right here in the Dulles Corridor.

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