Immigrants are essential to America’s workforce, economy, and communities. Yet today many immigrant communities are navigating a climate of uncertainty and fear that is shaping how people show up at work, participate in public life, and engage with the marketplace.

For companies, this moment presents a complex leadership challenge. Immigration is not only a policy issue. It is a workforce issue, a customer issue, and increasingly a trust issue that can affect employee wellbeing, brand reputation, and long-term business resilience.

Drawing on research and real-world examples, Jeremy Robbins, Executive Director of the American Immigration Council, will explore how companies can navigate this moment with thoughtful, strategic leadership. The conversation will examine the risks companies face on all sides of the immigration debate and why silence is often perceived as a decision in itself.

From internal workplace practices to public storytelling and private policy engagement, this keynote will offer a clear-eyed look at how companies can act with courage and precision while creating lasting value for both their business and the communities they serve.