USMCOC Board of Members & Bilateral Issues Conference & Congressional Reception
December 4, 2024
The Army and Navy Club
Washington, D.C.
The United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce (USMCOC) will host its Annual Conference on December 4–5, 2024, in Washington, D.C. This year’s conference will focus on key issues influencing U.S.-Mexico relations and Northern Hemisphere cooperation, the upcoming 2026 USMCA Joint Review, and the potential for nearshoring to optimize manufacturing, transportation, and logistics between the two nations. Additionally, panels will delve into vital topics such as energy, water, and agriculture.
Held at the historic Army and Navy Club, the conference will begin with arrivals at The Mayflower Hotel in the morning of Wednesday, December 4. That afternoon, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., the Chamber’s Board of Directors will meet in the John Paul Jones/Iwo Jima Room to discuss the 2025 Chamber Calendar, including events such as the “Fiesta Americana” Inaugural in January and the 50th Anniversary Commemorative Legacy Book. Following this, attendees will gather for a Congressional Reception from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Arnold & Washington Room, providing a networking opportunity with members of the 118th U.S. Congress.
On Thursday, December 5, the Conference Program will start with registration from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. in the Ballroom at the Army and Navy Club. The day will feature a series of expert-led panels addressing key topics and developments in the binational partnership:
- 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. – Panel I: USMCA. Upcoming 2026 Joint Review: Challenges and Opportunities
- 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. – Panel II: Nearshoring, Onshoring, Reshoring. Manufacturing, Transportation, and Logistics
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Panel III: U.S.-Mexico Border. Infrastructure, Immigration, and Security
The program will continue with a luncheon from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., featuring a keynote speaker.
We have a limited number of rooms at the Mayflower Hotel Autograph Collection (1127 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20036. Reservations are assigned on a first come-first served basis; please register early to secure lodging.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, please contact us at gabriela.kenny@usmcoc.org or call (469) 567-0923.
Venue
The one-day event will occur at The Army and Navy Club, one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in Washington, D.C.
Founded in 1885, the Army and Navy Club has been a prominent social and professional hub for military officers, veterans, and distinguished figures in defense and public service. Over the years, the club has been a meeting place for U.S. military leaders, politicians, and diplomats, contributing to its reputation as a center of history, tradition, and influence in the nation’s capital.
The Army and Navy Club preserves its rich heritage through its collection of military artifacts, hosting of distinguished lectures, and dedication to fostering a community of military professionals.
Accommodations
Described as a luxury icon in the Washington, D.C. landscape for nearly a century.
Limited number of rooms available at the Mayflower Hotel Autograph Collection (1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20036).
To make a reservation, please purchase an event ticket.
