On January 9, 2026, the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce officially announced the appointment of Steve Bender as Chairman of the Board of Directors. This decision marks a logical milestone in the Chamber’s evolution as a business association and reflects the continuity of its institutional trajectory.
About Steve Bender
As a co-founder of both the California Green Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce, Steve Bender has dedicated years to developing business associations operating at the intersection of entrepreneurship, international partnership, and modern economic models.
His professional background includes:
- Leadership of Sea 2 Sky Solutions, an international consulting firm serving businesses and organizations globally.
- Development of strategic partnerships within the global EarthX platform.
- Project management in the fields of construction, infrastructure, and community development.
- Participation in humanitarian and recovery initiatives, particularly those focused on supporting Ukraine.
This diverse experience across various jurisdictions and sectors is instrumental for a leadership role within an organization with a global focus.
International Context
The U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce is a business-oriented organization uniting entrepreneurs, corporations, and partners both within the United States and abroad. Steve Bender’s appointment strengthens the Chamber’s international dimension and its capacity to engage with a broad spectrum of stakeholders—from the private sector to communities and institutions.
The appointment aims to foster:
- Interstate business dialogue;
- The exchange of cross-industry best practices;
- An ecosystem for long-term strategic partnerships.
Ukrainian Context
Notably, Steve Bender has been actively involved in initiatives supporting Ukraine’s recovery and various humanitarian projects. In this context, while his new role does not imply any special conditions or preferences, it facilitates a greater presence for Ukrainian-related topics within international professional networks and fosters continued dialogue between the Ukrainian and American business communities.
BIG.U congratulates Steve Bender on his appointment as Chairman of the Board of the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce. We wish him great success in advancing international cooperation, professional dialogue, and the institutional strengthening of business communities worldwide.
