In the USA, Florida in particular occupies a top position in the Optics and Photonics sector. Orlando, referred to by industry representatives as the “Silicon Valley” of the photonics industry in the US is an important export market for German manufacturers. The GACC South is hosting the Transatlantic Optics and Photonics Conference, funded by the German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, to create a platform for German an US stakeholders to discuss the current and future developments of Optics and Photonics. This in-person conference will feature expert keynotes by renowned German and U.S. industry representatives, presentations by innovative German Optics and Photonics companies, a panel discussion with influential Optics and Photonics stakeholders from the academia, industry, and the public sector and networking with important stakeholders in the region.