USTR Announces 2026 Award Recipients

WASHINGTON — Today, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) hosted its annual awards ceremony, celebrating the achievements and notable milestones of its staff. During the program, award recipients were announced in the following categories: Ambassador’s Award, William B. Kelly Award, Linda Enoch Award, Excellence in Service Award, Erland Herfindahl Award, Superior Achievement Award, Distinguished Career Service Award, Team Award, Way to Go Award, and Length of Service Award.

“Through their unwavering commitment to public service and pursuit of excellence, the USTR team has helped advance and execute President Trump’s America First Trade Policy, delivering lasting benefits for American farmers, manufacturers, workers, and businesses of all sizes,” said Ambassador Jamieson Greer. “Our team embodies the true meaning of public service, leading with integrity and professionalism. From our economists and legal counsel to our trade negotiators and overseas staff, I am very appreciative of your hard work and dedication to advance the agency’s mission.”

USTR is pleased to announce the 2026 award recipients:

Ambassador’s Award – Recognizes a senior USTR employee who demonstrates excellence, leadership, and tenacity, and whose contributions go significantly beyond the standard and requirements of their role:

William B. Kelly Award – Recognizes an employee who demonstrates the highest standard of professional excellence in the trade field and demonstrates sustained contributions and leadership in advancing USTR’s goals, an exemplary degree of initiative and creativity, and great respect from peers and superiors: