In early October, representatives from American Chambers of Commerce across Europe and Eurasia came together in Istanbul, Türkiye, for the 2026 AmChams in Europe (ACE) Best Practice Sharing Conference. Held under the theme Entrepreneurship for Innovation, Investment, Technology and Trade: Building a Stronger Transatlantic Future, the annual event is a chance to strengthen the collective voice of the AmCham in Europe network, exchange views on the evolving business environment and foster closer collaboration across borders.
Joining the ACE Best Practices Conference in Istanbul, Türkiye
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From AmCham EU, Malte Lohan, CEO, and Françoise Soudaz, Senior External Relations Manager, took part, joining colleagues from across the network to discuss shared priorities and reinforce cooperation.
The programme featured a benchmark survey presentation and discussion, break-out sessions on the findings and a special panel on trade and political developments after the NATO Summit. The conference closed with the Creative Network Awards.
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Thanks to the Turkish-American Business Association for hosting this year’s conference and to AmCham Greece for coordinating the Secretariat. Thanks also to Ajša Vodnik, Chair, AmChams in Europe and CEO, AmCham Slovenia, and Elias Spirtounias, Vice-Chair, AmChams in Europe and Executive Director, AmCham Greece, for their leadership of the network.
About AmChams in Europe
Founded in 1963, AmChams in Europe serves as the umbrella organization for 49 American Chambers of Commerce from 47 countries across Europe and Eurasia, representing the interests of over 17,000 member companies and $1.1 trillion in investments. The network strengthens transatlantic economic relations, promotes a business-friendly environment, and connects Europe and the United States in the spirit of cooperation and shared growth.
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