Our 2026 Annual Gala brought together over 400 business leaders, community partners, and guests for cocktails, networking, dinner, and a celebration of the enduring European influence in our region.
We heard from EACC Board President, Antonio Pagano, Global Sponsor, John Groom (VEGA), and Presenting Sponsor Yannick Schilly (Altix Consulting), who shared inspiring stories of growth & optimism through transatlantic collaboration.
We were pleased to offer the "Transatlantic Bridge Builder Award" to Kai Bitter (FBT Gibbons), for his outstanding contributions to the EACC community this year.
The evening culminated in an enlightening conversation with four impactful leaders: Jeff Berding, CEO of FC Cincinnati; Leslie Mooney, Exec Director of BLINK; Robert McGrath, President & CEO of Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra; and Andrea Pirondini, CEO of Prysmian. The panel was led by Anna Wright (Prysmian), and the message was clear: great regions are built through connection and collaboration. From global business partnerships and technological innovation to arts, culture, sports, and community engagement, Greater Cincinnati continues to thrive because it embraces international perspectives while remaining deeply rooted in local relationships.
2026 PHOTO GALLERY
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