On February 22, 2023 RB/ITC hosted Association of Government Accountants (AGA) for its 2023 National Leadership Training. The two-day conference convened government financial management professionals from across the country to exchange ideas and best practices, and develop their leadership skills. AGA is the association that connects and empowers financial related professionals through thought leadership, certification, and national and chapter educational events. Longtime client, AGA hosted its first event at RB/ITC in 1998, the same year the building opened its doors.

On October 12, 2022 RB/ITC hosted the opening ceremony of the first-ever Taiwan Expo USA in Washington, DC. The three-day event, presented by Taiwan Bureau of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Economic Affairs (BOFT) and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), revolved around seven major themes: 5G & Smart Cities, Smart Vehicles, Healthcare, Metaverse, Taiwan Excellence, Culture, and Tourism and Food. Attendees witnessed Taiwan’s leading products and innovations through themed industry pavilions and culture through performances and immersive experiences.

On September 9, 2021 RB/ITC hosted the Embassy of Uzbekistan’s 30th Independence Day celebration. The evening’s reception featured a vibrant display of Uzbek culture and traditions, showcasing music, dance, art, fashion, cuisine and more.

On January 24, RRB/ITC hosted the Save the Storks 2020 Storks Charity Ball, which included keynotes, former White House Press Secretary and Republican, Sarah Huckabee Sanders; and Democratic Louisiana State Representative Katrina R. Jackson. The theme of this year’s ball is “For Every Woman.” Guests will celebrate the 8,000+ lives saved on mobile medical units, also known as Stork Buses.

On June 22, RRB/ITC hosted the Washington Business Journal “Best Real Estate Deals” awards. The awards ceremony celebrated the winners in various categories, including office, residential, retail, and mixed-use deals and provided an excellent opportunity for networking and honoring the accomplishments of the real estate industry leaders.

On August 20, RRB/ITC hosted their latest edition of “The Art Of The Chalice” at the Reagan Building. Guests were greeted with Stella Artois Cider and beer stations all around the Atrium. The event served as an unveiling of an original DC-inspired artwork commissioned by Stella Artois done by the local artist duo, No Kings Collective, and featured glassblowing, Belgian-themed bites and live music.

On May 2, RRB/ITC hosted the 8th Annual Adobe Digital Government Symposium, where industry experts shared best practices for accelerating citizen-centric service delivery while increasing efficiency. This was a must-attend event for government technology, lines-of-business, and communications leaders committed to improving citizen and employee experiences.

On August 3, 2016 RB/ITC hosted BizBash Elevate, a top conference for DC event professionals, featuring in-depth workshops, innovative idea sharing panels, and compelling insights from the most influential names in events. Topics included new event technology tools; improving association events and trade shows and creating blockbuster fundraising galas. Speaking to the needs of the Washington event industry it also featured a workshop on protocol for government events and a special luncheon panel looking ahead to what event planners needed to know about the 2017 presidential inauguration. BizBash is a leading resource for meeting and event professionals looking to stay up-to-date on the latest industry news, trends and more.

From July 11 through July 13, RRB/ITC welcomed the United Nation’s Foundation Girl Up Campaign as they hosted their 5th Annual Girl Up Leadership Summit. Throughout this conference, young women gained leadership skills, training in community-building and advocacy, learn from influential speakers and engage in skills-based workshops.

On June 9, hundreds of guests filled the Pavilion to celebrate the 188th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence and the 70th Anniversary of the Establishment of Philippines-U.S. diplomatic relations. Among the esteemed guests were U.S. government officials, foreign diplomats and the Filipino-American community.

On September 27, 2015 RB/ITC welcomed the DC Mayor’s Office on African Affairs (MOAA) for their 6th Annual DC Africa Festival on Woodrow Wilson Plaza. The Festival celebrates DC’s diverse communities of African diaspora through art, culture, cuisine, history, and music. Since its inception in 2010, it has become one of the District’s most anticipated cultural events drawing thousands of attendees. The event reflects the goals of MOAA’s Multicultural Awareness and Community Building Program -celebrating the varied identities of African people; promoting the different cultures within the District’s African community, and encouraging all District residents to learn about African heritage, customs, and history.

On February 26, RRB/ITC hosted Microsoft’s Federal Forum. Here, government IT leaders gathered with industry colleagues, technology experts and more to envision the next generation of government in today’s mobile heavy world. At this forum, the CEO made a major announcement about Cloud Maps and presented examples of how agencies at the federal, state and local level are using the cloud solutions to improve productivity and collaboration.

On May 16-18, RRB/ITC hosted the Smithsonian’s “The Future is Here” festival. This festival features speakers ranging from science fiction authors to astrophysicists exploring science, technology, culture and the arts. This year, visitors witnessed drones and a jet-pack flying through the Atrium of the building. Watch the video here

On December 4, RRB/ITC hosted The League of Arab States, in coordination with the Council of Arab Ambassadors for the second annual Arab American Day with more than 400 guests in attendance, who were able to enjoy traditional Arabic music, a selection of regional food and pastries, an exhibition of 50 paintings, and more.

On April 18, the RRB/ITC hosted an event with The Bertelsmann Foundation, a German non-profit organization that seeks to promote social responsibility, civic engagement, and international understanding. The event brought together policymakers, business leaders, and experts from various industries to discuss a wide range of issues related to international affairs, including economic development, global security, and sustainable governance.

On March 26-28, RRB/ITC hosted the 10th Annual Missile Defense Conference by the American Institute of Aeronatutics and Astronauts. The U.S. Missile Defense Agency strives to provide a world-class secure environment for the missile defense community to meet. The conference provides guests service priorities, technical advances and access to the current state of the worldwide Ballistic Missile Defense System. The Ronald Reagan Building has proudly been hosting this conference since 2003.

On December 7, 2011 RB/ITC hosted the first-ever TEDWomen Conference, which brought together women from around the world to share their stories, ideas, and experiences through a series of TED Talks. This global event aimed to celebrate and amplify the voices of women and girls, who have historically been underrepresented in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). TEDWomen is a conference about the power of women to be creators and change-makers. The program of speakers, workshops, events – and daring discussions- has sparked some of TED’s most iconic moments yet.

On June 15, RRB/ITC hosted the 2nd Conference, Africa: 53 Countries, One Union, The New Challenges, a two-day conference by the Africa Program of the Woodrow Wilson Center and the School of Advanced International Studies at Johns Hopkins University with opening remarks given by Congressman Chris Smith, chairman of the House Africa, Global Health and Human Rights Subcommittee.

On January 19, RRB/ITC hosted the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) at the 2011 US-China Business Forum, an important event that brought together business leaders, government officials, and experts from both China and the United States to discuss economic and trade issues. The event was attended by more than 600 business leaders, government officials, and academics, including top executives from leading Chinese and American companies.

On May 18, RRB/ITC hosted USGBC’s Federal Summit 2010, a significant event that brought together leaders in sustainability and green building design from across the federal government, private sector, and non-profit organizations. Throughout the day, speakers shared insights and best practices on how to create more sustainable buildings and reduce energy consumption in the federal government.

On January 7, RRB/ITC hosted the swearing-in ceremony of the new USAID Administrator, Dr. Rajiv Shah, with Secretary Hillary Clinton. This was a significant moment for Dr. Shah and the USAID community, and it was a testament to the agency’s critical role in promoting U.S. foreign policy and humanitarian efforts around the world. Secretary Clinton’s presence at the event demonstrated the importance of the work being done by USAID and the U.S. government’s commitment to international development.

On November 11, guests filled the Atrium of RRB/ITC for D.C. Central Kitchen’s Capital Food Fight. Since 2005, RRB/ITC has hosted this annual event. Here, guests taste food and drink from some of DC’s best restaurants. Local chefs competed in an iron-chef-style battle judged by Anthony Bourdain, Tom Colicchio and Michael Mina. DC Central Kitchen is a nonprofit developer that breaks the cycle of hunger and poverty. 100% of the proceeds from Capital Food Fight combat hunger in Washington, D.C.

On April 24, RRB/ITC hosted the Washington Business Journal “Best Real Estate Deals” awards. This event draws in over 650 attendees and recognizes the Washington areas most pronounced real estate deals closed in the previous year. Finalists for this award are chosen from a public pool of nominations by a panel of judges that includes a wide array of industry leaders.

On September 18, RRB/ITC hosted the Department of Commerce National Summit on American Competitiveness. The meeting focused on promoting innovation and economic development across the United States. The agenda included discussions on the competitive challenge for America, skill-sets for education and workforce, innovation partnerships, and energy independence.

On July 16, the Pavilion in RRB/ITC hosted Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton and radio personal Jeannie Jones for their meeting on HIV/AIDS. During this forum they sought out to bring issues out of the shadows that stand in the way of stronger trusting relationships. A series of meetings and testing booths were held to raise awareness of the alarmingly high rates of HIV infection.

On February 13, RRB/ITC hosted the HBO movie screening of Rory Kennedy’s film “Ghosts of Abu Ghraib”. The documentary examines the prisoner abuse scandal that involved U.S. soldiers and detainees at Iraq’s Abu Ghraib prison in 2003.

On September 20, RRB/ITC hosted the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Gala. Recipients of this award are nominated by U.S. Senators and House members to honor those who are “unsung heroes” in adoption. They are recognized for their outstanding contributions to the welfare of children in the foster-care system in this country and in orphanages abroad.

On May 28, RRB/ITC hosted the annual Goodwill Industries Fashion Show and Gala. Over 400 donors and politicians were seated in the Atrium for the runway show which showcased some of the most unique items that have been donated throughout the year. Following the show is a silent auction which featured exotic vacations, rare antiques, and memorabilia from the event. Photo by The Greater Washington Goodwill 

On March 3, President George W. Bush took the stage in the Atrium of RRB/ITC with Michael Chertoff and Justice Sandra Day O’Connor to swear in Chertoff as Secretary of Homeland Security. Chertoff co-authored the PATRIOT Act that was signed into law by President Bush in October 2001.

On June 11, President George W. Bush declared a national day of mourning for former President Ronald Reagan. On June 5, 2004, Ronald Reagan passed away in Los Angeles, CA from pneumonia that was brought on by Alzheimer’s.  A funeral service was held at the Washington National Cathedral on June 11.

Established on March 1, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) became the nation’s first comprehensive border, travel and trade agency. As the nation’s first unified border entity, the agency takes a comprehensive approach to border management and control, combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity. CBP headquarters are located in RRB/ITC.

On December 6, RRB/ITC hosted the National Defense University Foundation American Patriot Awards. This award recognizes men and women of extraordinary excellence whose leadership has strengthened our nation. President George H. W. Bush’s selfless character, his love for his country, and his enduring contributions to the security of our nation and the peace of the world is what contributed to him receiving this award in 2002. Over 600 distinguished guests were present when Vice President Dick Cheney, Former U.S. Representative Sonny Montgomery, CIA Director George Tenet, and Former National Security Advisor Brent Scowcroft handed the award to the President. White House photo by David Bohrer

On June 2, RRB/ITC hosted the Race for the Cure on the Woodrow Wilson Plaza. Race for the Cure is one of the most successful fundraising event for breast cancer. There are a series of 5k runs and walks that raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement. The Race celebrates breast cancer survivors and honors those who may have lost their battle with the disease.

On January 20, RRB/ITC hosted the official Inaugural Ball in the Atrium for the newly elected President George W. Bush. The inauguration marks the commencement of the first four year term of George W. Bush as President, and Dick Cheney as Vice President. Inaugural balls are vast social gatherings that are held to celebrate the commencement of a new term of the President of the United States.

On January 2, RRB/ITC hosted the inauguration of Mayor Anthony Williams. Williams was former D.C. Chief Financial Officer and was credited with guiding the city government out of a fiscal crisis. The oath of office was recited at 12:15pm in the Atrium as it was administered by D.C. Superior Court Judge Eugene N. Hamilton. The new mayor pledged to build an independent world-class city and that a new beginning was here.

Construction began in 1990 under the direction of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corporation (PADC), Pei Cobb Freed & Partners of New York – in association with Ellerbe Beckett, Architects and Engineers of Washington, DC. 1n 1995, Congress voted unanimously to name the building after President Ronald Reagan, who had signed the legislation authorizing the building’s construction.