Washington, D.C. – Faces of Impact proudly joined global leaders, innovators, and changemakers at the Ukraine Reconstruction Summit 2025, held at the MGM National Harbor in Washington, D.C. on September 13–14. The summit was organized by the Ukraine Reconstruction Summit Committee, co-chaired by Alexander Szkardalek (Lives Amplified, Global Ambassador), RDML (Ret) Mike Hewitt (U.S. Navy, Co-Chair), and other international leaders.

The mission of the summit was clear: to accelerate Ukraine’s reconstruction with radical transparency, eliminate corruption barriers, and mobilize cross-sector collaboration. The event featured Fortune 500 CEOs, prime ministers, military officials, humanitarian leaders, and investors—all aligned on building Ukraine as a model for 21st-century resilience.

Faces of Impact Participation

Artem Shestakov, Founder and Chairman of Faces of Impact, attended the summit to represent the organization’s mission of amplifying voices and highlighting initiatives that create global impact. His presence underscored the importance of connecting storytelling, sustainability, and international collaboration in shaping Ukraine’s future.

Through Faces of Impact’s lens, the summit was not only about rebuilding infrastructure, but also about redefining global partnership, resilience, and innovation. With distinguished panels, private meetings, and opportunities for cross-sector dialogue, the event showcased how media and advocacy platforms can play a central role in shaping narratives around peace, transparency, and sustainable development.

In the Media & Beyond

The Ukraine Reconstruction Summit received broad international coverage, from Fox Business and NewsNation to the Wall Street Journal and Spectrum News. Faces of Impact added to this momentum by capturing key stories, powerful images, and behind-the-scenes perspectives that amplify the human side of global reconstruction efforts.

Looking Ahead

As Ukraine becomes a symbol of recovery and innovation, Faces of Impact will continue documenting the journey of resilience, highlighting leaders and communities driving transformation. Our role is to bridge the gap between decision-makers and the global public—ensuring that the voices of peace, progress, and purpose are heard worldwide.

Faces of Impact remains committed to spotlighting the people and partnerships shaping a better future—not only for Ukraine, but for the world.

Faces of Impact’s Next Steps

For Faces of Impact, the summit marks the beginning of a deeper engagement with Ukraine’s recovery and the broader global dialogue on resilience. We will continue to spotlight leaders shaping reconstruction, communities driving transformation, and partnerships bridging nations.

Beyond media coverage, Faces of Impact aims to launch new storytelling initiatives, interviews, and features that capture the personal stories behind policy and investment decisions. At the same time, our mission is to connect people across borders, bring visibility to those who need it most, and highlight those who are making real, measurable change. By doing so, we intend to inspire global audiences to see themselves as stakeholders in Ukraine’s journey—and in the collective pursuit of peace and progress.