As leaders of America’s largest companies, Business Roundtable CEOs believe we have a responsibility to help build a strong and sustainable economic future in the United States. That means creating quality jobs with good wages and benefits. It requires action to increase opportunity and raise living standards. It demands advancing public policies that better enable people of all backgrounds to achieve their potential.
Together with partners in the public, private and non-profit sectors, Business Roundtable CEOs are committed to driving solutions that make a meaningful difference for workers, families, communities and businesses of all sizes.
Nearly 15 million people
more than $8 billion in charitable contributions
nearly $147 billion annually in research and development
nearly $296 billion in dividends to shareholders
more than $488 billion in revenues for small and medium-sized businesses
health care and retirement benefits to tens of millions of Americans and their families
*statistics based on 2017 data
More than ever, America needs a national innovation agenda to ensure we remain the global leader in innovation across all industry sectors for generations to come.
Fueled by the promise of opportunity and the power of innovation, the United States has built the world’s most vibrant, diverse and dynamic economy. Our nation’s future prosperity and competitiveness now depends on meeting pressing economic challenges we face today.
"By helping to bridge the divide between political parties and working collaboratively to drive solutions, Business Roundtable CEOs play a key role in fostering economic mobility and sustained growth. Working together, the business community and government can foster a healthy and vibrant business climate that creates opportunity for everyone in this country."
Jamie Dimon
Chairman and CEO, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Chairman, Business Roundtable
