United States Council For International

New York, NY ยท Founded 1945

Advancing American business interests in global markets through policy advocacy and international engagement

Primary audience
Multinational Corporations
Work area
International Trade
Topic
Business Policy & Advocacy
Contact
Whitney Young Baird
Website Contact

About Organization

The United States Council for International Business (USCIB) promotes open markets, competitiveness, and sustainable development by connecting American companies with multilateral decision-makers. Founded in 1945, USCIB serves as the U.S. affiliate of the International Chamber of Commerce and provides member companies with access to international policy forums, trade negotiations, and dispute resolution services.

What They Focus On

Open Markets & Trade

Advocates for trade policies, market access, and regulatory coherence that enable American companies to compete globally.

International Dispute Resolution

Provides access to ICC arbitration and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms for cross-border commercial disputes.

Corporate Responsibility

Supports international frameworks that promote responsible business practices and sustainable economic growth.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$14.6M

+4.8% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$13.1M

+6.9% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$16.0M

+14.8% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $14,585,180 $13,071,532 $16,029,284 0
2023 $13,919,659 $12,228,287 $13,967,574 0
2022 $13,401,864 $12,671,240 $12,678,423 0
2020 $8,668,954 $8,914,411 $7,566,875 0
2019 $14,052,351 $11,973,090 $7,507,020 0
2018 $14,009,615 $12,384,691 $4,961,984 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Engage Multilateral Bodies

    Connect American businesses with the UN, WTO, ICC, OECD, and other international organizations where global rules are set.

  • 02

    Shape Policy Positions

    Develop consensus-based positions that reflect the interests of U.S. companies on trade, investment, and regulatory issues.

  • 03

    Advocate for Members

    Bring member perspectives directly to international decision-makers to influence outcomes that promote American competitiveness.

  • 04

    Resolve Disputes

    Provide access to ICC arbitration and alternative dispute resolution services for cross-border commercial conflicts.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by United States Council For International

International Policy Advocacy

Provides American businesses with access to multilateral institutions, trade negotiations, and policy forums that shape global commerce.

ICC Arbitration & ADR

Manages the U.S. delegation to the ICC Commission on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution for international commercial disputes.

Trade & Investment Policy

Advocates for open markets, regulatory coherence, and trade agreements that benefit U.S. companies competing internationally.

Sustainable Development

Engages with international bodies on sustainability frameworks that balance environmental goals with economic competitiveness.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind United States Council For International.

Whitney Young Baird

Whitney Young Baird

President and CEOTel
Full-time
Compensation: $571,800
Declan Daly

Declan Daly

Chief Operating & Financial OfficerTel
Full-time
Compensation: $394,508
Norine Kennedy

Norine Kennedy

Senior Vice President for Global Strategy and United Nations Affairs and Executive Director, The USCIB FoundationTel
Full-time
Compensation: $287,570
Alice Slayton Clark

Alice Slayton Clark

Senior Vice President, Trade, Investment, and DigitalTel
Full-time
Compensation: $230,769
Jason File

Jason File

Director of Legal Affairs and General CounselTel
Brianna Healy

Brianna Healy

Special Assistant, Office of the PresidentTel
Alison Hoiem

Alison Hoiem

Vice President, MembershipTel
Anna Hughes

Anna Hughes

Vice President, CommunicationsTel
Kristen Kaufman

Kristen Kaufman

Senior Vice President, Global Impact InitiativesTel
Michael Lebovitz

Michael Lebovitz

Senior Vice President, International Tax PolicyTel
Tom Mackall

Tom Mackall

Senior Counsel and ILO Governing Body Member
RM

Richard Minor

Sr VP And International Tax Counsel
Full-time
Compensation: $263,191
AR

Alison R Tagg

VP, Membership
Full-time
Compensation: $188,513
JK

Joanna Kathryn Hughes

VP, Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $171,062
EL

Eric Loeb

Chairman
1 hrs/week

Milestones

Eight decades connecting American business to the world

1945

Founded

1945

Established in New York City to represent American business interests in the post-war international economic order.

2018

$14 Million Revenue

2018

Maintained steady operations serving member companies engaged in international trade and investment.

2020

Pandemic Disruption

2020

Revenue dropped to $8.7 million as international travel and trade activities were sharply curtailed.

2024

Full Recovery

2024

Revenue reached $14.6 million, surpassing pre-pandemic levels as global business engagement resumed.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

CP
Carolina Perez Lopez Director 1.00 hrs/week
CW
Chad Withers Director 1.00 hrs/week
CS
Christopher Sharrock Director 1.00 hrs/week
DK
Dan Konigsburg Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
DM
Don Monks Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
DA
Dorothy Attwood Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
EM
Emily M Dickens Director 1.00 hrs/week
GK
Gerald Kunde Director 1.00 hrs/week
JC
James Cascone Director 1.00 hrs/week
JT
Jay Thompson Director 1.00 hrs/week
JM
John Murphy Director 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Karen Rzeszutko Director 1.00 hrs/week
KS
Kurt Stuckwisch Director 1.00 hrs/week
MF
Michael Ferguson Director 1.00 hrs/week
MG
Michael Goltzman Director 1.00 hrs/week
MP
Michele Parmelee Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
PS
Peter Sherwin Director 1.00 hrs/week
RA
Ravi Aurora Director 1.00 hrs/week
RJ
Rick Johnston Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
RD
Robert Delamater Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Steven Hilton Director 1.00 hrs/week
TN
Tam Nguyen Director 1.00 hrs/week
TN
Thomas Niles Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
AA
Arrow Augerot Director, Americas Policy
AC
Alejandra Castro Vice President, International Affairs & Sustainability Strategy
KF
Kelsey Freeman Senior Vice President, Head of Global Government Relations
HK
Heather Kulp Vice President, Government Affairs
CS
Chris Sharrock Vice President, UN Affairs and International Organisations
ST
Sarah Thorn Vice President, Global Government Affairs, International Sourcing
MY
Melike Yetken Krilla Head of International Organizations

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$2.3M

Highest Paid

$594K

Whitney Young Baird

Compensated Officers

7

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Whitney Young Baird President And CEO $571,800 $22,688 $594,488 40
Declan Daly COO/CFO $394,508 $56,164 $450,672 40
Norine Kennedy SVP, Policy And Global Strategy $287,570 $52,841 $340,411 40
Richard Minor SR VP And International Tax Counsel $263,191 $25,805 $288,996 40
Alice Slayton Clark SVP Trade, Investment, & Digital Pol $230,769 $10,157 $240,926 40
Alison R Tagg VP, Membership $188,513 $37,265 $225,778 40
Joanna Kathryn Hughes VP, Communications $171,062 $19,230 $190,292 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$200K Grants Given
1 Organizations

Top Grantees

1 total
TU
The Uscib Foundation Inc. NEW YORK, NY
$200K

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
The Uscib Foundation Inc
New York, NY
Research & Edu
501(c) 501(C)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
5 Registrations
3 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 3 total

United States Council For International Business
1 filing
Self
I
International Business Machines Corporation (Ibm)
3 filings
I
International Business Machines Corporation
1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

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Email

[email protected]

Phone

(212) 354-4480 800-538-8937

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1212 Avenue Of The Americas New York, NY 10036