Inaugural Summit on U.S. Resilience: A New Era of Collaboration for Future Challenges

The Summit on U.S. Resilience: Shaping America’s Future Together

The General Catalyst Institute (GCI) is taking a bold step forward by hosting its inaugural policy summit, the Summit on U.S. Resilience, on November 17, 2025, in Washington, D.C. This event brings together a diverse group of influential figures, including policymakers, CEOs, and innovators from various sectors to discuss crucial topics aimed at enhancing America’s resilience in the face of evolving global challenges.

Key Highlights of the Summit

The core focus of the summit revolves around five interconnected pillars of resilience: healthcare, defense, financial services, applied AI, and manufacturing. These sectors are recognized as fundamental to maintaining and improving America's competitiveness politically and economically in an increasingly complex world. The summit will feature high-profile speakers such as CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, and Patrick Witt from the White House, among others.

GCI, which was established in September 2024, emphasizes the need for partnership between government officials and innovative entrepreneurs to foster resilience through transformative technologies. GCI serves as part of General Catalyst, a global investment firm dedicated to supporting extraordinary founders in building solutions that bolster societal resilience.

Schedule and Venue

The event is set to be held at the Salamander Hotel located in Washington, D.C., with a program that runs from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET, following a press check-in period from 4:15 PM to 4:45 PM ET. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP in advance to secure their participation in this vital conversation.