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WCIT 2026 DC Fly-In

Name: WCIT 2026 DC Fly-In
Start: 2026-09-14T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-16T23:59:59-07:00

September 14 - September 16

Voices from home are always the most effective in Congress.

Join us — September 14–16, 2026 | Washington, D.C.

WCIT invites businesses and organizations involved in international trade in the Northwest to participate in our 2026 DC Fly-In. Every year, WCIT members gather in Washington, D.C., to jointly advocate for trade policies that sustain and grow international trade. The fly-in offers a unique chance for business owners, agricultural producers, manufacturers, exporters, importers, and other stakeholders to connect directly with government decision-makers in Congress and the Administration — and to receive high-level briefings from top experts on global markets.

Event Highlights

Meetings with Members of Congress and Administration officials
Discussions with industry leaders
Networking with fellow trade advocates
Insights into the latest trade policy developments

Agenda

Mon 14 Sept

Travel Day

Fly to Washington, D.C.

Airfare and ground transportation arranged and paid for by attendee
5:30 PM — Working dinner Included

Tue 15 Sept

Full Day

Congressional & Administration Meetings

Meetings with Administration officials, Capitol Hill, and key policy influencers
Lunch Included Dinner Included

Wed 16 Sept

Full Day

Congressional & Administration Meetings

Meetings with Administration officials, Capitol Hill, and key policy influencers
Lunch Included
Meetings end ~2:30 PM to catch evening flights home

Lodging Update

The Hotel Riggs is now completely full for our dates.

If you haven't registered yet, please register at the Local to DC rate and make your own hotel reservations. Email Angela Green at [email protected] if you need any assistance.

Local to DC rates include meals.

Details

Start: September 14
End: September 16
Event Category: home