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2026年WICE全球影响力峰会在华盛顿举行,逾百位领袖共议跨部门解决方案

WICE Global Impact Summit Convenes 100+ Leaders in Washington to Tackle Global Challenges

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2026年10月21日至22日,超100位来自政府、金融及科技界的领袖在华盛顿《华盛顿邮报》大楼参加WICE全球影响力峰会。执行主席Emily Weeks博士指出,单一部门无法解决相互关联的全球挑战,需汇聚政策制定者、投资者与实地专家协同行动。峰会通过五个专题小组探讨发展融资、灾害响应技术、全球健康、AI地理空间智能及自然韧性等议题,旨在推动创新技术与跨界合作以应对紧迫问题。

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Representatives from NVIDIA, Lockheed Martin, Wells Fargo, Esri, MITRE, the World Bank, and other leading organizations explore solutions in global finance, AI, health, disaster response, and environmental resilience.

, /PRNewswire/ -- More than 100 leaders from government, finance, technology, business, and philanthropy gathered October 21–22 for the 2026 WICE Global Impact Summit at The Penthouse in The Washington Post Building.

Held under the theme "Solving What Matters," the Summit explored how emerging technologies, innovative financing, and cross-sector partnerships can address pressing global challenges.

WICE Global Impact Summit

WICE Global Impact Summit

WICE Executive Chairwoman Dr. Emily Weeks

WICE Executive Chairwoman Dr. Emily Weeks

Speakers represented organizations including NVIDIA, Lockheed Martin, Wells Fargo, Esri, MITRE, the World Bank, AECOM, Venable LLP, GlobalGiving, Bitdeer, BAO Systems, MiDA Advisors, America the Beautiful Foundation, Aspen Digital, and O.N.E Amazon, among others.

The Summit opened with remarks from WICE Executive Chairwoman Dr. Emily Weeks and a keynote address from Ambassador Jimmy Kolker examining U.S. foreign policy priorities and international partnerships.

"The challenges we face, from global health to disaster response to the resilience of our landscapes, are too interconnected for any one sector to solve alone," said Dr. Weeks. "This Summit brought the right people into the same room: the policymakers who set priorities, the investors who move capital, and the experts who know what works on the ground."

Five expert panels addressed:

  • Development Finance: Mobilizing private capital, philanthropy, and innovative funding models.
  • Disaster Relief Technology: Strengthening preparedness, emergency response, and resilience.
  • Global Health: Navigating changing funding models and international partnerships.
  • AI & Geospatial Intelligence: Applying advanced technologies to global challenges.
  • Nature & Landscape Resilience: Financing conservation and sustainable development.

"Lasting progress begins when bold ideas meet people determined to act," said WICE CEO Jacques P. Walker. "WICE brings together the expertise, partnerships, and investment to turn ambition into measurable results—and help communities build a stronger future."

Additional highlights included remarks from Ambassador Jennifer Adams, Ambassador Koker Ambassador Baki and Ed Russo, Chairman of the White House Environmental Task Force, and the launch of The Systemic Self by Marco Noordeloos.

The Summit concluded Oct. 22 with a WICE Members' Consultant Workshop focused on leadership, professional development, and international business opportunities.

About WICE

WICE is a global consulting firm connecting technical expertise, institutional experience, and capital to solve complex challenges. With experience spanning more than 100 countries, WICE bridges strategy and execution to deliver measurable impact.

For the full WICE Global Impact Summit 2026 recap, including panel discussions, speakers, and event highlights, visit WICE.com.

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