LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | |
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Jo Healey
BABC Executive Director
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Dear Members and Friends of the BABC,
We hope that you are enjoying the summer! In Transatlantic news, earlier this month, US President Joe Biden met with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and King Charles ahead of a NATO Summit. The meeting followed a visit to the United States by Prime Minister Sunak in June in which the Atlantic Declaration between the USA and UK was announced, bringing together a number of initiatives that will enhance the economic relationship between the two countries. Learn more in this article published by BritishAmerican Business in London/New York.
Back home, we have a few events upcoming that include the opportunity to mix and mingle and enjoy the warm weather on the fabulous rooftop deck at Werqwise in San Mateo. This coming Wednesday, we gather with the young professionals of all the European Chambers. Registration will close tomorrow at COB so don’t delay if you plan to join us. We have over 60 guests registered!
This coming weekend is the Barracuda Golf Championship up in Tahoe. BABC Members receive a discount to this fantastic tournament. Log in to your BABC Portal to get the code or email me at jhealey@babcsf.org
On July 25th, we return to Werqwise in San Mateo for our quarterly Wine, Beer and Business Banter. This event immediately follows the BABC July Board Meeting and presents an excellent opportunity to meet some of our Directors.
On July 26th in San Francisco, Innowise and Werqwise are hosting “How to Engage with Corporate Venture Capital." Learn more here.
We are working on a number of events between now and the end of the year, including our upcoming International Golf Scramble on October 5th at Crystal Springs Golf Course (see below for details). Delighted to partner with many of the international chambers including the Australian American Chamber of Commerce, the French American Chamber of Commerce, the Business Association Italy America, the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce and the German American Business Association. It will be a fun and truly international tournament. Sponsorship opportunities still available, which include foursomes. A great opportunity to entertain clients or reward deserving employees. Sign up here or contact me if you’d like to sponsor or donate prizes.
Don’t forget to save the date! This year the BABC celebrates the Diamond Anniversary of its famed Christmas Luncheon. Early bird tickets and tables go on sale on August 1st. Prices increase after Labor Day and as is typical, we expect the event will be sold out by October 31st.
We would like to acknowledge our newest Corporate Member, Michelmores and to thank all of our renewing members.
If you would like to join the BABC Northern California, please click here to learn more about the membership options. Benefits include the opportunity to attend BABC events at the member rate to help expand your networks. In the top tier of membership (Corporate, Premier and Patron), you also have the ability to access our digital platform for promoting your company and your own events.
Sincerely,
Jo Healey
Executive Director
BABC Northern California
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LETTER FROM THE BRITISH CONSUL GENERAL | |
Joe White, MBE
Tech Envoy to the US & British Consul General San Francisco
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Dear BABC Members,
As we enter the height of summer, the heat is on, both in terms of the heat wave that is greeting us as we begin July and the buzz of activity at the Consulate. In June we were honoured to march in San Francisco’s Pride Parade alongside our European diplomatic colleagues. The UK was the first foreign government to ever march in a US Pride Parade and we were proud to continue that tradition. It was an incredible and vibrant event as well as an important occasion to reaffirm our commitment to supporting LGBTQIA+ rights internationally.
On the tech side, I had the pleasure of attending London Tech Week to continue promoting the Unicorn Kingdom and US-UK connections and investment. It was a whirlwind series of events, speakers, and meetings, including with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and UK business leaders driving innovation in their sectors. There’s an incredible amount of buzz around London as a tech hub, and rightfully so – as the tech capital of Europe, a global leader in artificial intelligence, and the home to almost 100 unicorn companies, there’s a huge amount of opportunity for growth and investment. London Tech Week showcases that on a level unlike any other. The recent announcement from OpenAI that their first international office will be in London is a major development that we celebrate with tremendous excitement.
In June, we also partnered with our friends and colleagues at the Consulate General of Ireland to co-host a celebration commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement. The event brought together perspectives from across the UK and Ireland to provide a uniquely West Coast reflection on the peace process and the significant progress that has been made in Northern Ireland. As we look to the Northern Ireland Investment Summit later this year, our message is clear: Northern Ireland is an exciting and dynamic place that is open for global investment. Northern Ireland is a prime location for trade and foreign direct investment. Indeed, Belfast is the biggest hub for technology companies in the UK after London and Northern Ireland alone is home to more than 100 cyber security companies. Combining this unique market access, skilled workforce, competitive operating costs and business-friendly environment, Northern Ireland is a prime location for trade and foreign direct investment.
In July, the team and I will be welcoming delegations to the Bay Area to promoting UK industry and expertise as part SEMICON West and Trust Con, two San Francisco conferences bringing the best and the brightest in the fields of semiconductors and online safety regulation together. We will also welcome a trade mission in partnership with the UK Department for Business and Trade and 1000 Black Voices, comprised of visionary Black British founders leading innovative companies. Be sure to keep up with all of the latest events and activities on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn. Until next time.
Take care,
Joe White MBE
Tech Envoy to the US & British Consul General San Francisco
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JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY!
EMERGING LEADERS & YOUNG PROFESSIONALS EUROPEAN SUMMER MIXER
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DATE:
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 2023
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NEXT TUESDAY!
BUSINESS NETWORKING: WINE, BEER & BUSINESS BANTER
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Join us on Tuesday, July 25th at Werqwise's San Mateo Location for some business networking. Enjoy some fine wine, beer and nibbles on the spectacular sunny roof top deck and get caught up with your fellow members and non-member guests.
Non-members interested in joining the BABC Northern California, please contact Jo Healey.
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DATE:
TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2023
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SAVE THE DATE: 10/3/23
BABC NeXtGen LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES
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The BABC NeXtGen | Emerging Leaders group, in partnership with Bia Mindset, are excited to launch a leadership series, Empower Now: Leading Self.
Throughout the series, you will embark on a transformative learning experience, gaining valuable insights and practical tools that empower you to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the modern workplace with confidence and finesse. By increasing self-awareness, focusing on leadership development, and behavioral dynamics, Empower Now: Leading Self provides a solid foundation for personal and professional growth.
Join us on Tuesday, October 3rd 2023, for Session 1: Resilient Self – Train The Inevitable (location TBD).
In an ever-changing world where expectations to meet demands are high and faced with a level of uncertainty, developing, and training your resilience supports you to deal with this. Not only this but it moves to help individuals and teams to thrive rather than just cope or survive. The purpose of this session is to highlight the latest insights about resilience from elite sport and business that you can take back and train for the inevitable.
$25 - BABC Members
$50 - Non Members
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DATE:
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2023
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11th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL GOLF SCRAMBLE | |
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Calling all golfers! We're excited to launch our 2023 tournament, this year to be held on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at the beautiful and sunny Crystal Springs Golf Course in Burlingame, with awe-inspiring scenery along the 20-mile Crystal Springs Reservoir.
The Course, which forms part of a 32,000-acre wildlife refuge, was designed by British architect W. Herbert Fowler, a golf-lover who changed the history of course design.
Get your foursomes together and join us for a fun day of golf and networking, or become a sponsor (foursomes included!). There is a cash prize of $20,000 for your Par 3 Hole-in-One and lots of other prizes to be won as well!
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DATE:
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2023
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SAVE THE DATE! 60th "DIAMOND" ANNUAL BABC CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON | |
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS! TICKETS GO ON SALE AUGUST 1ST, 2023
The Annual Christmas Luncheon is the BABC's flagship social event and a real highlight of the City's holiday season.
Typically attended by over 1000 members of the Bay Area business community, this year, we will celebrate the 60th "Diamond" Annual Christmas Luncheon which will once again be held at the spectacular Fairmont Hotel, atop Nob Hill.
Sponsorship opportunities now Available! Please contact Jo Healey.
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DATE:
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2023
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BABC NeXtGen | YOUNG PROFESSIONALS HAPPY HOUR AT WINGTIP | |
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Thank you to everyone who attended the BABC NeXtGen | Young Professionals Happy Hour at Wingtip on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023. A heartfelt thank you goes to Jenna DeRobbio and Sunie Kama from Wingtip for orchestrating an exceptional event. The quality of the food, wine and the entire staff was truly remarkable!
Furthermore, we would like to express our appreciation to Alyssa Lammers and the entire BABC NeXtGen Committee for their efforts in organizing and promoting this event. Your dedication ensured its success.
We can't wait to see everyone at the next event in the fall (date to be announced soon)!
Interested in becoming a Young Professionals Member? Join here.
To see more photos from the event, click here.
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP COLUMN | | |
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Every month, the BABC will spotlight a Thought Leadership Article from our members.
This month, we are delighted to share the following article from Premier Member, Zedra:
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FREE IN-PERSON EVENT AT WERQWISE, 7/26/23 | |
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Innowise Inc. and Werqwise are pleased to announce a conversation with Dennis Clark, Investment Director of Zeon Ventures Inc. on July 26th at 6pm. This in-person event is free and will take place at the beautiful Werqwise Lounge in downtown San Francisco. Food and drink will be provided as well!
Dennis will share his insight on the best ways to engage with Zeon Ventures, a corporate venture capital team investing across advanced materials, sustainability/climate, and human health.
Additionally, all attendees can work from Werqwise for free on the day of the event! Just show your Eventbrite registration at the front desk, and enjoy their fast WiFi, espresso, teas and fresh brewed coffee.
Space is limited, so sign up HERE today!
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LAST CHANCE TICKET DISCOUNT!
2023 BARRACUDA GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
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3 DAYS TO GO! DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS SPECIAL 10% MEMBER DISCOUNT!
Calling all BABC Golfers! We are a fellow member of the BABCSF and for all the golfers out there, we are offering you a 10% discount to join us at the 2023 Barracuda Golf Championship at the Old Greenwood Golf Course in Truckee, CA, July 20-23, 2023. Log in to your BABC Portal to get the discount code!
More than most courses, Old Greenwood’s 18-hole course is influenced by the land upon which it sits. With rolling green grass, lush trees and beautiful water features, the course is truly breathtaking. In addition to the stunning views, it’s also quite challenging to play. Be sure to catch all the beauty and excitement of our televised-only PGA TOUR event.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact, Caen Healy, at 707-227-6158 or email Caen@barracudachampionship.com.
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The European Chamber of the Bay Area (AAECCBA) invites you to join us for this Newcomers Info Fair on Thursday, September 7th, 2023. If you are new to the Bay Area, you are sure to have many questions. We want to help you get them answered and point you to the many resources we all know about. Please join our info fair and casual mixer in order to get valuable information about the area and its many businesses.
EuroCham members and experts who have information to share? Join us in welcoming new arrivals to the Bay Area and get a chance to introduce them to your business! This event will provide you with an opportunity to talk about your products, services, and businesses, and share tips on life in the Bay Area.
Refreshments will be served.
If you are interested in exhibiting, click HERE for more information.
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DATE:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
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NEW REPORT - TECHNOLOGY COOPERATION & ALIGNMENT BETWEEN THE U.S. & EUROPE | |
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The Bay Area Council Economic Institute is pleased to share the latest Economic Institute report, jointly produced with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT Digital).
Faced with growing geostrategic challenges, it is increasingly important that as market democracies the United States and Europe align their strategies and resources around critical and emerging technologies. This report looks at regulatory policies, comparative strengths and capabilities, and future scenarios for trans-Atlantic cooperation.
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RAPHAEL HOUSE BACK-TO-SCHOOL FUNDRAISER | |
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Low-income families living paycheck-to-paycheck must prioritize essentials like rent and groceries, and often struggle to purchase school supplies. Raphael House’s annual Back-To-School Drive provides children with the necessary new supplies to succeed in school and provides parents some relief on their expenses.
Help us meet our goal of raising $5,000 for our Back-to-School Fund! We have successfully reached our backpack goal but are still in need of vital funds for school supplies! We know we can do it with your help!
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SLW WELCOMES TYLER DIXON AS FIRM PARTNER | | |
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Spott, Lucey & Wall, Inc. CPAs is pleased to welcome Tyler Dixon as a new partner in the firm.
Tyler specializes in tax consulting and compliance services for businesses and individuals with complex cross border transactions including foreign-owned U.S corporations, U.S. corporations with foreign operations, U.S. individuals investing abroad, and foreign investment in U.S. real estate. Tyler is our firm’s leading expert in tax implications for expatriates under IRC Section 877A, U.S. beneficiaries of foreign trusts and foreign beneficiaries of U.S trusts.
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BAB CEO UPDATE, JULY 2023 | |
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Duncan Edwards
CEO
BritishAmerican Business
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With the noise of political drama and real or conflicted scandals, let alone the miserable stories coming out of Ukraine and Russia, you might have missed the signing of the Atlantic Declaration in Washington D.C. earlier in June when Prime Minister Sunak was in town to see President Biden. Setting aside the fact that the names for recent agreements are trying a bit too hard to borrow from the successes of the past (there was a New Atlantic Charter in 2021!) The Declaration has the potential to be of real importance...
Continue reading HERE.
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WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBER | |
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Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help businesses and individuals who are navigating change to find a more positive future.
Our collaborative, creative and commercial lawyers focus on our clients’ next steps, starting with today's challenges, but growing success and impact for tomorrow. We understand what today’s individuals and enterprises need to do to stay ahead and that’s what we deliver, every time.
Michelmores is proud to promote an agile working business model, allowing us to provide the best client service, support inclusion and well-being.
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WITH THANKS TO OUR RENEWING MEMBER | |
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More than a law firm, Venable LLP is a network of trusted advisors serving businesses, organizations, and individuals in many of the most important aspects of their work.
Our professionals immerse themselves in our clients’ work to fully understand their biggest opportunities and challenges while helping them navigate an increasingly complex legal and regulatory environment. Today, with more than 850 professionals delivering services around the world, we’re helping our clients connect quickly and effectively to the experience, insights, and advice they need to achieve their most pressing objectives.
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WITH THANKS TO OUR SUSTAINING
PATRON & PREMIER MEMBERS
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MEMBER-TO-MEMBER OFFERS
Enjoy the perks of being a Member
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One of the benefits of membership in the BABC Northern California is the opportunity to access Member-to-Member-Only special offers and hot deals.
To learn how to access codes and instructions, log in to your BABC Account and click on the Member-to-Member Deals button.
To take advantage of these Member-to-Member offers, join the BABC today to obtain the discount code. Click here to learn more about membership.
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Log in to your Member account to obtain the discount code for:
A complimentary 60-Minute Initial Consultation with BIA Mindset Founder, Fiona Roberts
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Wingtip
Exclusive Member-to- Member Offer
| BABC Members Save 20% on Membership Initiation Fee — a savings value of $700! | To take advantage of this offer email tricia@wingtip.com to get started. | | | |
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At InterContinental San Francisco, we want BABC MEMBERS TO MEET HOW YOU MEET.
Now through December 31, 2023, YOU tell US what concessions are most valuable to your program.
Choose from three (3)* when you have 20 or more guestrooms on peak or over $10,000 in Food & Beverage spend.
*Full concession list available via the Member-to-Member Deals button. Not valid on existing groups. Blackout dates apply.
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To take advantage of this promotion, contact the Sales Department at icsfsales@ihg.com or 415.616.6500 for availability. | | | |
BABC Members get one month free and special pricing of $600 per desk! (SF or San Mateo) | | | |
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