U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum Call for Applications
The Department of Commerce is seeking applications for U.S. Section members of the U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum for any vacancies that may arise during the current term, ending February 9, 2026.
The Department seeks to identify U.S. Section candidates who represent a diversity of business sectors and applications from individuals representing companies in all sectors and of all sizes. The Department is committed to achieving diversity in the membership of the U.S. Section of the Forum to the maximum extent permitted by law and consistent with the need for balanced industry representation. Where possible, the Department will also consider the ethnic, racial, and gender diversity of the United States.
The Forum provides business leaders with the opportunity to impact the U.S.-Brazil trade relationship and improve conditions for doing business in Brazil.
Qualifications
To qualify, a candidate must be a CEO or president of a U.S.-owned or -controlled company that is incorporated in or has its main headquarters or principal place of business in the United States and that is currently doing business in both Brazil and the United States. For more information on the selection criteria and application process, please see Federal Register notice 87 FR 9313, published on February 18, 2022.
Applications for membership will be accepted through April 30, 2025, to fill any new vacancies that may arise.
Background: Launched in 2007, the U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum consists of up to 24 CEOs from the United States and Brazil who provide joint recommendations to the two governments to strengthen the U.S.-Brazil economic and trade relationship. The Forum has successfully opened discussions between the United States and Brazilian governments on several important issues, including visa and tax reform, customs procedures, education, energy, defense trade, and infrastructure.
For more information please visit:
Federal Register Notice: 87 FR 9313
U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum Website: www.trade.gov/us-brazil-ceo- forum\
Contact
For inquiries and to request an application, please contact: BrazilDesk@trade.gov.
Christopher Di Trolio
Office of Latin America and the Caribbean
International Trade Administration U.S. Department of Commerce
Christopher.DiTrolio@trade.gov