US Expand 2026 Conference

US Expand brings together companies, industry experts, and decision-makers who aim to succeed on the US market.

We focus on businesses from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) that bring ambition, resources, and valuable international experience. Prior operations in the US nor plans to expand are requirements to attend, US Expand is your source of information, connections and inspiration.

Imagine a community of companies, experts, and leaders ready to take on the U.S. market, a place where you not only get answers to your questions but also gain the motivation to take the next step on your expansion journey. That’s why I created and host US Expand every year.

Josef Scharfen, Founder & CEO

What you’ll gain

Real client success stories

Actionable insights from experts

Proven expansion strategies

Direct networking opportunities

US Expand features client’s stories, actionable insights, and proven strategies.

Said about US Expand

US Expand is an amazing opportunity to meet Czech companies that are already selling their products and services in the United States. It was great to meet representatives of many excellent companies and exchange experiences with them. Thank you for this opportunity!

Jan Lalinský, CEO, eWay System

Insights from US Expand Speakers

“When you operate in a small environment with almost no large enterprise companies, you’re forced to think about expansion from day one. It makes you more competitive globally.

I would always rather invest in a startup that is small in its local market but is thinking internationally from day one, than in a startup that is big locally but only later starts figuring out how to expand.”

Vojta Roček, Partner, Presto Ventures

“I have to say that our E2 visa interview went very smoothly and, honestly, was surprisingly easy. They asked questions based on the documents we had already provided. At the end, the officers told us we were approved.”

Josef Šachta, CEO, Sharry

“I have to say that America has a very positive approach and drive towards new technologies and innovations.”

Jan Sohar, CEO, Radalytica