Transatlantic Business & Investment Conference 2026
About this Event
TBIC is pleased to host its 10th Anniversary Transatlantic Business and Investment Conference in Houston, TX, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Returning to Texas for this milestone edition, the conference will bring together economic developers, site selection consultants, European companies, industry experts, and members of the TBIC network for a full day dedicated to foreign direct investment, transatlantic cooperation, and practical insights for communities and businesses alike.
Attendees can look forward to discussions on current FDI trends, workforce development, site selection, headquarters attraction, logistics and connectivity, as well as best practices from across the TBIC Network. Confirmed speakers and panelists include representatives from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, FT Locations, Newmark, Port Houston, Kroll, the European-American Chamber of Commerce Texas, and many other leading organizations, with additional speakers to be announced in the coming weeks.
This year's program is designed to offer value to every part of the TBIC network. Two high-level panel discussions will address the biggest forces shaping foreign direct investment and the future of the transatlantic partnership, bringing together leading experts for a strategic view of the global economy and cross-border investment.
Dedicated breakout sessions will then dive into practical, hands-on strategies tailored to communities of every size and priority, from rural and smaller-market economic development to headquarters attraction and strategic corporate operations in fast-growing metropolitan regions. Whichever challenges and opportunities your organization is focused on, there will be a session built to help.
A further highlight will be a series of fireside chats focused on real-world investment projects and hands-on experiences with U.S. market expansion. These conversations will provide attendees with direct perspectives from individuals involved in evaluating locations, making investment decisions, and supporting international projects.
Registration is now open!
The preliminary agenda can be viewd here. Please also check our website and to stay up to date.
IEDC Recognized Event
This event is recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) as a professional development event that counts toward the recertification of Certified Economic Developers (CEcD) as a Level III activity.
Sponsorship
Interested in sponsoring this event? Reach out to Matthias ([email protected]) for more information on sponsorship opportunities and how your organization can gain visibility among industry leaders and decision-makers.
Room Block
The conference, welcome reception, and official room block are all located at Please note that Houston is home to two Hotel ZaZa properties, and the conference will take place at the Museum District location.
While the official room block has closed, we have been able to secure access to a small number of additional rooms at a preferential rate at Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District, the conference venue.
If you would like to stay at the conference hotel, please contact Mel Vanhoozer at [email protected] directly as soon as possible. Availability is limited and only a few rooms remain.
Please note that hotel reservations must be made separately from conference registration.
If the remaining Hotel ZaZa rooms are no longer available, attendees may also consider the nearby Houston Marriott Medical Center, Hilton Houston Plaza, InterContinental Houston Medical Center, or Blossom Hotel Houston, all conveniently located near the conference venue.
Optional Social Event: Houston Food Tour!
Join TBIC Members, Advisory Council Members, and guests on Monday, August 31 from 2:00 to 4:30 pm for a guided food tour through Houston, discovering the city's culinary highlights while connecting with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting before the conference begins. It is a great way to arrive early, get a feel for the city, and meet a few faces ahead of Tuesday's program. Pre-registration is required, and spots are limited.
Welcome Reception
An optional welcome reception will be organized on Monday, August 31, at 6:00 pm at Hotel ZaZa in Houston's Museum District. Drinks and a selection of hors d'oeuvres/appetizers will be served at the invitation of TBIC. For participants only interested in partaking in this gathering - and not to the conference on Tuesday, September 1 - a registration limited to the welcome reception on August 31 is also possible.
Conference Opening
The conference itself will officially open at 9:00 am on September 1. An optional welcome breakfast will be organized at the same location, beginning at 7:30 am.
For more details about the conference, check our website (www.tbic-fdi.com) or contact us at [email protected].
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 86.60 to USD 1558.80
