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Letter from the President
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Stephen Wares CGMA
VP Business Development,
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Dear Friends of the BABC,
With a stuffing filled thanksgiving weekend behind us it's time to reflect on November at the BABC. This month has seen fire, rain and even more Brexit Negotiations! Rest assured the British American Business Council Northern California has been busy hosting and connecting our members and doing a great job at it.
The start of the month saw the final installment of the year for the BABC Happy Hour, where Young Professionals converged on co-working space Werqwise. We welcomed many new faces to the event and courtesy of our Happy Hour wine sponsor Penfolds and our host sponsors Werqwise everyone was well accommodated. Overall this year's committee has hosted 11 successful Happy Hours and nurtured a budding network of Young Professionals, I'd like to take a moment to give thanks for their continued support.
In less than two weeks' time, the highly anticipated BABC Christmas Luncheon is happening with behind the scenes prep fully underway. As with prior years, this is not one to miss! If you are confirmed to attend keep an eye on your inbox for updates and directions.
Finally, I am also delighted to note that our BABC community continues to grow and develop as evidenced by our new and renewing members. I hope you will join me in welcoming the newest members of our vibrant and dynamic community - you will find information about them below. Please take a moment to visit their websites and contact Jo Healey if you would like to learn more.
Best,
Stephen Wares,
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From The Consul General's Desk
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Welcome to the last month of the year, not to mention the last month of the decade. What a decade it has been.
Personally, I have moved from Europe back to the UK and now out to Silicon Valley. I have met The Queen, ridden in a driverless car, help set up the UK's cyber security institutions, accumulated 20 years of parenting, and voted in 4 general elections as well as 2 referendums. I look forward to what the next 10 years will bring.
Speaking of elections, you will all be aware that the UK is in its pre-election period (the last of this decade) which limits our ability - mine and the entirety of the civil service - to speak publicly until after the general election.
With that in mind, however, the safety of British Nationals abroad does not change no matter the government of the day. It is one of our core missions at the Consulate and with the holidays approaching it is the perfect opportunity to remind you all to be mindful when traveling.
A few helpful tips before you go:
- check our travel advice for the country you are visiting
- follow @FCOtravel on Twitter and like our Facebook page
- tell family and friends where you're going and leave them your contact details, insurance policy details and itinerary
- get travel insurance and make sure it covers you for any activities you are likely to do, including extreme winter sports
For more detailed check lists and additional useful links (including how to renew your passport) go to the
FCO's Travel Aware website, travel safely, and enjoy the holiday season.
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BABC YP Happy Hour
November 12th 2019
The November
installment
of the BABC Happy Hour which saw 50+ Young Professionals converge on co-working space Werqwise.
We welcomed many new faces to the Happy Hour with many multicultural discussions being had.
If you are looking to not only expand your bay area network but your wine palette too make sure to register for next years January Happy Hour below.
REGISTER NOW FOR OUR JANUARY HAPPY HOUR!!
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On the 13th of November, there was Global Words of Wisdom panel on International Workforce Alignment and Maintaining Your Company's Culture. 3 organizations were involved,
Fitzgerald & Law,
Ace Relocation and
Werqwise as respectively platinum, gold and venue sponsors.
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Looking for an office space? We have an office space to rent! Be our Neighbor!
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This Black Flyday Aer Lingus is taking $100 off * economy fares or $200 off* business class fares on scheduled transatlantic flights from San Francisco to Ireland and Europe.
Avoid the holiday stress and treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable vacation to Europe. Discover stunning scenery and charming cities and save with Aer Lingus' Black Flyday Deals.
Valid for travel January 1 - March 8, 2020. Book by December 3, 2019 only at aerlingus.com.
*Roundtrip per person, includes air transportation charges, taxes & fees. Restrictions apply.
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Be among the crowd while the world's strongest and deepest international field in men's Major Championship golf compete for the coveted Wanamaker Trophy next May!
Witness the passion, excitement, and history of Major Championship golf through the PGA of America's world-class luxury corporate hospitality, including our
Fleming Village Chalets and
Lakeside Suites, steps away from men's professional biggest names, such as back-to-back PGA Champion Brooks Koepka.
Craft an unforgettable experience for your clients by reserving remaining opportunities today.
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Ransomware Attacks Why It Should Matter to Your Business
Ransomware attacks are on the rise.
These attacks can be debilitating to business, negatively affecting the organization's productivity, financial performance and brand.
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Each year the Daily Journal, California's leading legal publication, selects 20 law firms across the State as a "Top Boutique.
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This year, Lewis & Llewellyn earned a spot on the coveted list-the only firm selected in Northern California for complex litigation.
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Welcome to BAB's Policy Update for November 2019. Early in November the London team went 'Off To The Races' with our friends at EY for a panel discussion on the 2020 US Election.
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In the Trade & Investment space, we've featured a new guide from our friends at Shearman & Sterling for FinTech firms looking to enter the US market. Next year BAB will publish its latest Trade & Investment Guide to the US and we want YOU to be a part of it.
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BritishAmerican Business (BAB) published its position paper on taxing digital services, including a number of recommendations on how to create a fair, modern and global framework for taxation.
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The HSBC LA Sevens is the hottest new event coming to Los Angeles.
It is part of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, an annual series of 10 international rugby sevens tournaments featuring national teams from 16 countries.
The US leg of the international series, held most recently in Las Vegas, has grown to become one of the most popular stops on the global circuit. Now moving to LA, the two-day event will take place at the Dignity Health Sports Park, the current home stadium for the LA Galaxy (MLS) and the LA Chargers (NFL), as well as a future host venue for the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.
With expected weekend attendance of over 45,000, the event will also be broadcast by NBC Sports, the exclusive broadcaster for the LA Sevens and the entire HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, with more than 300 hours of programming of the series annually across NBC Sports platforms.
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Individual and Young Professional Members
Individual Members
Young Professional Members
Grant Merrill
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Our Thanks to these Renewing Members
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LoopUp is a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) conferencing solution for remote enterprise meetings. We exist for two reasons: to make conference calls less painful and to make collaboration easy.
Conference calls and online meetings have been painful for a long time - we think too long!
LoopUp solves these problems in a simple and powerful way. A LoopUp invite is created in a couple of clicks, formatted with your meeting details. LoopUp alerts you when your first guest joins the meeting, calls out to your phone when you first guest joins the meeting, calls out to your phone when you wish to join, shows you who's on and who's speaking, and lets you share your screen with a click.
LoopUp sells direct to the enterprise market and via major distribution partners including Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, BT, and Cable & Wireless Communications. LoopUp is delivered globally 24x7 from regional data centers and support teams in Europe, North America and Asia- Pacific.
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Since 1968, Ace Relocation Systems has serviced the global relocation needs of corporations, their employees and families. We understand the importance of a successful employee relocation and also the un-recoupable cost of a failed assignment.
Founded in southern California, Ace now has nine full service facilities located in strategic metropolitan locations throughout the country servicing 10 of the top 20 markets in the U.S., including Los Angeles, the Bay Area, San Diego, Seattle, Phoenix, Chicago, Orlando, Austin and Washington/DC.
We are proud to be one of the largest agents within Atlas Van Lines; our locations and capacity enabling the successful execution of 15,000+ domestic and international moves per year. We are privileged to serve emerging startups to Fortune 50 companies; in addition to U.S. government and its' agencies.
Ace's passion for people and commitment to award-winning service is the backbone of our growth. We look forward to serving you.
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Founded in Chicago in 1924, Grant Thornton LLP (Grant Thornton) is the U.S. member firm of
Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the world's leading organizations of independent audit, tax and advisory firms. Grant Thornton has revenue in excess of $1.3 billion and operates 57 offices across the United States with more than 500 partners and 6,000 employees.
Grant Thornton works with a broad range of publicly and privately held companies, government agencies, financial institutions, and civic and religious organizations. Core industries served include consumer and industrial products, financial services, not-for-profit, private equity, and technology. Grant Thornton focuses on serving dynamic organizations that pursue growth holistically - whether through revenue improvement, leadership, mission fulfillment, or innovation.
Grant Thornton supports the kinds of policies that allow these companies to reach their full potential and is particularly qualified to serve clients in the middle market that face the challenges of growth and expansion. By fostering responsible entrepreneurship, Grant Thornton helps these organizations grow and fuel a thriving economy.
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Individual Members
Lindi Sabloff
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Young Professional Members
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Member Offers & Discounts
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If you have forgotten your username and password, you can reset it
here.
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Hot Deal
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Member:
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Relax and Un-Wined at Wilson Artisan Wines Grape Leaf Inn and Enjoy a bottle of Wilson Artisan wine at check in!
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Book a 3 night stay that includes a Tuesday and get the Tuesday free at the Calderwood Inn! Courtesy of Wilson Artisan Wines.
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Try DocuSign eSignature FREE for 30 days
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San Francisco Business Times - Special Subscription Offer
Print/Digital Combo - 1 Year (52 issues)
Regularly $140. You pay $80
Go Green w/ a Digital Only Subscription - 1 Year
Regularly $115. You pay $80
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Fairmont are delighted to offer BABC Members a 5% food and beverage discount on your 2019 events
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OFX Foreign Currency Exchange - Free transfers and a preferred rate of exchange!
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British American Business Council | (415) 296-8645 | info@babcsf.org | www.babcsf.org
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