2024 Global Business Forum: Shaping the Future of Trade Through Innovation

The 2024 Global Business Forum, held on September 18–19 at the DFW Hyatt Regency, brought together a diverse group of leaders, policy influencers, and innovators to explore the theme “Innovations in Global Trade.” The forum served as a dynamic platform to discuss how technology, policy, and partnerships are reshaping the future of global commerce.

Ray Business Technologies participated in this high-impact event, proudly represented by its Founder and CEO, Ajay Gupta. A visionary in enterprise innovation, Ajay shared bold perspectives on the digitalization of global trade. His presence highlighted RBT’s commitment to helping businesses grow through smart, flexible, and future-ready trade solutions.

Among the standout contributors, Jessica Cheeks-Thompson and Joseph Hanley from the U.S. Department of Commerce emphasized how updated policy and digital frameworks can accelerate cross-border trade and foster smarter global partnerships.

Adriana Cruz, from the Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott, showcased Texas’ leadership in international commerce and the vital role of state-level strategy in driving innovation-driven economic growth.

David F. Day, Chairman of the Global Risk Mitigation Foundation, explored how AI and risk analytics can secure global supply chains. His session urged businesses to proactively adopt predictive models to ensure resilience and agility.

From academia, Dr. Daniel Ogden of Baylor University emphasized the importance of education, legal frameworks, and diplomacy in building ethical, sustainable trade environments.

Industry leaders such as Mel Drews (Scan Global Logistics) and Charlie Alsmiller (APIWORX) demonstrated how automation and API-led integration are transforming B2B logistics, improving speed, visibility, and scalability in global operations.

The forum reinforced a key message trade innovation isn’t just about new tools, it’s about forward-thinking leadership. Ray Business Technologies remains committed to this vision, enabling enterprises worldwide to lead confidently in a digitally connected trade era.