With a strong and growing coalition in Kentucky, the USGLC works to educate and engage policymakers and community leaders on why investments in development and diplomacy help keep America safe and strengthen Kentucky’s economy.
The USGLC’s Kentucky Advisory Committee brings together more than 65 business, faith, non-profit, and political leaders who understand how American global leadership matters for Kentucky. We’re also proud of Kentucky’s Veterans for Smart Power – part of a nationwide network of 30,000 veterans.
Kentucky exports about
$46 billion in goods and services
to overseas markets annually.
In Kentucky,
480,000 jobs
(20.0%)
are supported by trade.
In 2023–2024,
10,050 international students
in Kentucky contributed
$311 million
to the state economy.
WASHINGTON, DC – Liz Schrayer, President and CEO of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC), released the following statement on the retirement of Senator Mitch McConnell: Senator Mitch McConnell’s legacy in the U.S. Senate is nothing...
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