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Reflecting on a pivotal year: read our Annual Report 2024

2024 was a transformative year - with elections on both sides of the Atlantic, the transatlantic relationship entered a new phase. The need for close cooperation between business and policymakers has rarely been greater. It was also a year of transition for AmCham EU, as Malte Lohan succeeded Susan Danger as CEO and Liam Benham completed his first full year as Chair. Throughout the year, we remained focused on our mission: strengthening the transatlantic partnership and promoting a more competitive Europe. Our Annual Report 2024 highlights how we advanced member priorities, deepened engagement and continued to be the leading voice of US business in the EU.

Leadership update

AmCham EU is pleased to announce recent election results and welcome these new and re-elected leaders. We wish successful terms to Sarah Lenczner (Qualcomm), Gordon Morrison (Cisco) and Simona Popa (InterDigital).   

The Secretariat would also like to thank those who are stepping down for the extraordinary work they completed during their terms: Florian Gleissner (Boeing) and Michael Koplovsky (Amazon). 

More details about the leadership changes mentioned above can be found here.  

Creative carbon cuts across Europe

As the EU advances its Clean Industrial Deal, American companies are stepping up with innovative solutions to support Europe’s decarbonisation goals while boosting industrial resilience. From investing in large-scale renewable energy projects in Spain, to improving district heating efficiency in Denmark and enhancing sustainability practices in Italy, AmCham EU members are helping to shape a greener, more competitive Europe. These initiatives highlight the power of transatlantic cooperation in accelerating the green transition. Learn more in our latest blog.

Stressing why strong transatlantic ties matter in Warsaw

How can the EU and the US put aside ongoing trade disputes and maintain strong transatlantic economic relations? This is what Felix Uedelhoven (GE HealthCare), Chair, Healthcare Committee, AmCham EU discussed on Saturday, 14 June during the Transatlantic Legislators’ Dialogue. Taking place in Warsaw, Poland, the Dialogue brought together Members of the European Parlaiment and Members of Congress. Mr Uedelhoven joined Jovita Neliupšienė, EU Ambassador to the US, for the first working session of the event to underline the importance of Europe and the US coming to an agreement that preserves the benefits of transatlantic trade and investment. 

Celebrating Gala 2025

On Thursday, 12 June AmCham EU held its annual Gala evening which brought together over 300 guests. Roberta Metsola, President, European Parliament, gave a keynote address on the future of Europe and the strength of the transatlantic relationship. Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU, Liam Benham (Boeing), Chair, AmCham EU and Thatcher Scharpf, Chargé d’Affaires, US Mission to the EU, also took to the stage. The evening featured a piano performance from Nikola Meeuwsen, First Prize, Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 and the presentation of the AmCham EU Youth Entrepreneurship Award. Couldn’t make it? Here’s what you missed.

Engaging with Commissioner Kadis

On Thursday, 5 June, AmCham EU met with Costas Kadis, Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans. The meeting focused on shared priorities for a resilient, sustainable aquaculture sector and opportunities for transatlantic collaboration. AmCham EU highlighted the importance of science-based solutions, including prevention, digitalisation and animal welfare to ensure sustainable seafood production in line with EU green objectives. Edouard Coppieters, Senior Policy Adviser; Malte Lohan, CEO and Julie Vermooten (MSD), Chair, Agriculture and Food Committee, AmCham EU represented the organisation.  

What are the global impacts of EU sustainability reporting and due diligence rules?

On Tuesday, 4 June, AmCham EU, in collaboration with Adrián Vázquez Lázara, MEP (EPP, ES), hosted a roundtable on the global impact of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The event brought together EU policymakers, international businesses and non-EU country representatives to discuss the ongoing challenges that EU sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements pose for global partners and the state of play of the first Omnibus package.

EY’s Julie Teigland to lead CEO group

AmCham EU is delighted to announce that Julie Teigland, Global Vice Chair, Alliances and Ecosystems and EMEIA Area Managing Partner, EY has been confirmed as the new Chair of its Executive Council. The Executive Council of AmCham EU brings together senior executives who lead the European operations of some of the world’s largest American companies. The group strives for the continuous improvement of the EU’s competitiveness in the global economy. They share a deep and longstanding commitment to Europe and the importance of the EU in a mutually beneficial transatlantic partnership. 

EU-US trade dispute: continued pause prevents further escalation

The confirmation of the 9 July deadline for EU-US trade negotiations, following a call between President Trump and President von der Leyen, prevents further escalation of trade tensions. The continued talks give room for the EU and the US to reach a deal.