From a small group of 45 American entrepreneurs gathering in Shanghai in 1915 to today's representation of 1,000+ companies and 3,000+ members, spanning legacy firms like Coca-Cola, AIG and Ford, to modern innovators like Tesla and Disney, AmCham Shanghai has played a key role in the development of China-U.S. trade and economic relations. Despite geopolitical headwinds, attendees from both countries voiced hopes for better communication during the June 6 celebration gala in Shanghai.