LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

LETTER FROM THE BRITISH CONSUL GENERAL

In cooperation with the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Business Associations, the British American Business Council Northern California, French American Chamber of Commerce San Francisco, and German American Business Association invite all Young Professionals (and Young at Heart) to join us for an evening of summer networking!

Come and enjoy some drinks and nibbles in the company of young professionals from different countries, businesses and industries. This event will provide you with a chance to meet and talk about your careers and businesses and share tips on life in the Bay Area. 

Thank you to Currencies Direct for sponsoring the event, and Werqwise San Mateo for hosting!

Save the Date and plan on joining us for the last BABC Happy Hour gathering of the year, organized by the dynamic NeXtGen | Emerging Leaders Group Happy Hours in 2024. 

Our goal is to unite young ambitious professionals and emerging leaders in their careers with established professionals. We offer the opportunity to expand your network and to connect with industry leaders in a wide variety of fields, under the BABC Northern California umbrella. If you'd like to join our vibrant group of Emerging Leaders, follow this link. 

Membership for those 37 and under is just $100 p.a. and provides you with access to ALL BABC networking and educational events at the member rate translating into savings to you and the opportunity to grow your network! Be part of something GREAT!

TICKETS NOW ON SALE! TICKETS AVAILABLE TO THE FIRST 30 GUESTS WHO REGISTER. CAPACITY IS LIMITED. SIGN UP TODAY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

Join us on September 18th, 2024, for a rare opportunity to taste the renowned iconic wines of Penfolds at the Penfolds Masterclass – A tour of 3 continents and 3 hemispheres all in one experience.

Penfolds has redefined the wine industry over 180 years. Discover how Penfolds achieved global iconic status and continues innovating one of the world’s oldest industries. Starting with a delicious amuse bouche and mingling for 45 minutes followed by a seated, wine masterclass taking you on a virtual visit through Australia, France and California. Enjoy this immersion into winemaking, history and…best of all… wine tasting. This is an intimate opportunity to taste 7 iconic, 90+ point wines of Penfolds, including the world-famous Grange. Penfolds offers tasting exclusively through small private and sponsored events. 

Fees/Admission:

Member Ticket price - $75

Non-Member Ticket - $95

Thank you to Cooley for hosting this much-anticipated event!

Penfolds is also generously providing a Discount Code for the community to enjoy a 10% discount on current Penfolds Vintages and FREE GROUND SHIPPING.

Visit www.penfolds.com and use the Code PEN10 at checkout to secure your discount.

Join us for the 12th Annual International Golf Scramble this year to be held at the sunny Crystal Springs Golf Course in Burlingame on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

The Tournament offers a unique opportunity to target your company to an excellent field of international golfers and to the mailing lists of the international chambers of commerce who will be joining us. Each year, we welcome over 100+ golfers competing in a scramble format.

The teams will be made up of both corporate and individual groups. 

The player foursomes included with the Presenting, Platinum, Eagle and Birdie level sponsorships offer an excellent opportunity to entertain key clients or reward deserving employees.

Individual players will be paired with other individual registrants or just sign up your foursome to enjoy a fun day out.

Participants will have the opportunity to join in the on-course games and competitions and the chance to win great prizes -- INCLUDING $20,000 cash prize for a Hole in One!

The post tournament Awards Dinner will recognize not only the overall winning team, but also players or teams that have the longest drive and closest to the pin. There will also be a putting competition and a hitting competition at the Driving Range.

Finally, we will have some exciting Live and Silent Auction items that go to the highest bidder as well as a Raffle Drawing.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

BABC, in partnership with Bia Mindset, invite you to join us for our second session of the NeXtGen Leadership Workshop Series. In this 90-minute session titled "Adaptability: Thriving in Change - Mastering Learning Agility," we delve into the crucial skill of adaptability to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of today's world.

Join us as we explore how to thrive in change by mastering learning agility. In this interactive session, you'll discover practical strategies to embrace change, cultivate resilience, and adapt quickly to new challenges and opportunities.

Through engaging discussions and hands-on exercises, you'll learn how to harness the power of learning agility to stay ahead in your personal and professional life. Whether you're facing career transitions, organizational changes, or personal challenges, this session equips you with the mindset and skills to navigate change with confidence and grace.

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your adaptability and thrive in today's fast-paced world. Join us for an empowering session of growth and transformation in the BABC Empower Now: Leading Self series.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Get your thinking caps on and start swatting up on your US/UK knowledge to compete for your national honor — we'll have rounds of questions catering to all interests! The evening will consist of a spirited competition among teams to win the coveted ZEDRA | Florin Pensions Trophy and some excellent prizes to boot. 

BABC NeXtGen | Emerging Leaders Group (Formerly Young Professionals) are upwardly mobile, creative, and enthusiastic group of emerging leaders making waves. They are actively forging their path and are destined for leadership positions within the transatlantic business community operating in our region. Join them for this annual dynamic, engaging and fun program that includes networking and an entertaining game of UK-US pop culture trivia.

To learn more about the BABC NeXtGen | Emerging Leaders Group, click here.

The weather is heating up and that means it's time for another distillery happy hour! Celebrate and connect with customer and product marketing peers at the upcoming summer soiree, Sip & Socialize.

Join us on Thursday, July 11th at 5pm on the rooftop of Werqwise in San Mateo.

Here's what awaits:

--> Global wines and charcuterie: We'll be taking you on a delicious journey with some of our favorite wines from around the world (representing our diverse distillers!).

--> Customer marketing musings: Mingle with fellow marketers and chat about all things customer marketing.

--> Sustainable soiree: We're committed to giving back, so we’re planting a tree for every attendee.

Don't miss out on distillery's summer happy hour. Space is limited so RSVP now to save your spot. 

Uber promo codes will be available for attendees. 

Please register your interest via Eventbrite!

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn invites resort guests and locals alike to join them on the front lawn every Friday & Saturday night now through September for Sonoma’s favorite Summer Music Series! Cozy up at one of the outdoor firepits and enjoy seasonal bites from our signature food truck CaliForno Street Eats while you sip on your favorite cocktails and Sonoma wines!

Seating is first come, first served and guests are welcome to bring their own chairs and blankets. Please note that outside food & beverage will not be permitted. Artists subject to change. Weather permitting. Leashed dogs welcome.

Full artist lineup available HERE.

In our journey through life, vitality and purpose are essential pillars supporting our well-being and success. By understanding and harnessing these elements, we can transform our own lives and positively impact those around us.

An article by NEW Business Member, PurposeFused, is accompanied by a series of five videos for those who want to delve deeper into each area. Use this guide to explore the interconnectedness of vitality and purpose and discover practical steps to integrate them into your daily routine.

Continue reading HERE.

A recent article by Tamalpais Asset Management discusses the diverse range of retirement plans available for small businesses.

As of 2024, employers with one or more employees are legally required to either offer their own qualified retirement plan or register for CalSavers. The CalSavers Retirement Savings Trust Act, enacted by California in 2016, aims to fill the gap in retirement savings options for many private-sector workers. Its goal is to make retirement savings more accessible to California workers.

Continue reading HERE.

Employee experience remains a key indicator of a successful mobility program. However, according to Synergy, budgets are unlikely to grow in proportion to rising costs and a steady or increasing volume of relocations. So, how can you achieve more with less in your corporate housing program? By making strategic decisions in your temporary living policy, you can maximize your existing budget without compromising on the essential elements.

Continue reading HERE.

International business expansion can bring some complex challenges, but opening bank accounts in new markets needn't be one of them. HSBC is here to give you a helping hand at every step, so you can dive straight into growing your business globally. Through their global expertise and innovative digital platform, HSBC SmartServe(1), they've made the process quick and easy. So, you can focus your energy where it counts and be confidently international.

To learn more, click HERE.

After 41 years in business, Safari Consultants is excited to introduce their new branding. Featuring a simplified logo with an iconic giraffe and a more vibrant green color, the update brings a modern edge while maintaining their core ethos of providing expert advice and personal service.

Continue reading HERE.

Venable’s Advertising and Marketing team discusses the

Frequently Asked Questions released by the California Attorney General regarding California’s “Honest Pricing Law” or “Hidden Fees Statute,” which took effect on July 1, 2024. This law is expected to significantly impact businesses due to its comprehensive nature, mandating changes in how prices for goods and services are disclosed to the public.

Continue reading HERE.

On April 10, 2024, the Institute of European Studies hosted Professor David Reynolds for a lecture titled “The Meaning of Brexit and the Future of the United Kingdom.” A Professor of History at Cambridge University, Reynolds is a recognized scholar featured on TV and radio, with publications on Anglo-American relations and global history. Speaking to an audience of 40, Reynolds discussed the history of Brexit and its implications for the UK's future, emphasizing his "Better In" stance from the 2016 referendum.

Continue reading HERE.

Lewis & Llewellyn are thrilled to announce that their partner Evangeline Burbidge has been named by the Daily Journal as one of the Top Women Lawyers for 2024. The annual award recognizes and honors the best 100 women lawyers practicing in the state of California.

Continue reading HERE.

Join Squire Patton Boggs this Wednesday, July 10, 2024 from noon -12:30 PM BST for a webinar hosted by international affairs advisor Matthew Kirk, looking at the implications for businesses of the recent UK and European elections. In this election special, we will focus on the leadership contests taking place across Europe, including the UK, France and the EU. We will provide an update on the current state of play and highlight the most pressing policies that businesses operating across Europe need to be aware of.

To register, click HERE.

BritishAmerican Business (BAB) has released a new report, assessing the state of the commercial environment for the UK life sciences sector and calling for continued government intervention to strengthen the UK’s competitive edge.

The report provides a comprehensive update on the progress made, one year on from BAB’s UK life sciences White Paper, published in May 2023. It offers targeted recommendations to policymakers which seek to address sectoral issues across three areas: Commercial Environment, Clinical Trials, and Trade & IP.

The Chelsea Football Club Blues are travelling the states to partake in five exciting pre-season games, in five iconic locations. Official hospitality packages are available, offering a VIP multi-day experience including player meet and greets, signed merchandise, midfield seating, matchday hospitality, and more. 

The first game of the season will take place Wednesday 24 July at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California (Chelsea vs Wrexham).

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Without results, marketing is just noise.

We are distillery, an independent creative practice trusted by world-leading B2B, purpose and consumer organisations to deliver tangible value through our marketing specialisms.

Our purpose is to empower ambitious business leaders and marketers to make a difference. We achieve this through compassion, curiosity and a commitment to achieve outstanding results every time.

Since 1986, Insperity’s mission is to help businesses succeed so communities prosper. Offering the most comprehensive suite of scalable HR solutions available in the marketplace, Insperity is defined by an unrivaled breadth and depth of services and level of care. Through an optimal blend of premium HR service and technology, Insperity delivers the administrative relief, reduced liabilities and better benefit solutions that businesses need for sustained growth. With 2023 revenues of $6.5 billion and a hundred locations throughout the U.S., Insperity is currently making a difference in thousands of businesses and communities nationwide.

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PurposeFused: Coaching and Advisory for Impact. We use purpose to unlock people’s potential to enrich their wellbeing, inspire their performance and deliver life-changing impact.

Backed by our client satisfaction rating of 98%, we partner with Senior Leaders and Founders to realize peak performance for themselves and their people, by creating purposeful futures that provide harmony and amplify meaning and engagement in day-to-day work and life. We focus on fundamental human development needs, a few clicks down from the observable people problems. Changing perspectives, identifying possibilities, honing in on best practices and engaging the right people to accelerate and amplify the impact of behavior change.

We're on a mission to leverage our expertise in Tiny Machine Learning to make devices and appliances more USEFUL without the internet. We help OEMs add interfaces to machines, appliances, and electronic devices that allow human-like interaction and communication.

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San Francisco Bay Area-based SVN | Capital West Partners is part of SVN International with 2,000+ advisors and over 200 offices. Our local office specializes in the leasing, purchase and sale of office and medical office buildings and commercial condominiums. We can help find you the perfect leased space, or help fill your office buildings with credit worthy tenants. SVN International is a national commercial real estate brokerage and advisory company formed in 1987. SVN International is recognized as a rapidly growing top 10 commercial real estate brokerage firm with operations throughout the US and overseas.

We are a leading provider of commercial real estate services to the medical and dental community. SVN | Capital West Partners provides expertise in commercial real estate transactions to investors, dentists, physicians, professional group practices, and healthcare systems throughout the United States. In the San Francisco Bay Area we have a dedicated team of professionals specializing in representation of this sector, both in leasing and sales.

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Currencies Direct has been committed to making money transfer better since 1996. During this time the group has helped hundreds of thousands of customers save time, hassle and money when moving money abroad.

In addition to benefiting from competitive exchange rates and no transfer fees, Currencies Direct’s customers also have access for a range of services which can help them get the most for their money. Once you register with Currencies Direct, you’ll get a dedicated account manager – your very own currency expert there to give you guidance on market movements and the options available to you. You can talk to your account manager over the phone or make transfers 24/7 online or via their app.

BABC Members get preferred rates For more details on the offer, click here.

At Preferred Bank, we truly believe we are The Preferred Way to Bank.

Since 1991, Preferred Bank has served the financial needs of its valued customers and communities. Our Headquarters office is located in Downtown Los Angeles, along with multiple full-service branch banking offices in California (2 branches in San Francisco and a loan production office in Silicon Valley), Houston and New York. Preferred Bank offers personalized banking options to both consumers and businesses. Our team of banking professionals offer a line of banking products and services in addition to commercial, international and real estate lending solutions. We can give you the personalized one-on-one service that you are looking for and is often lacking in today’s big banks.

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Elizabeth R. Monnet is the author of the courtroom comedy-drama series set in wine country, San Francisco, and Silicon Valley. The series begins with A Vintage Year for Insider Trading described by author Stephen M. Murphy as “an enjoyable romp through wine country with high-powered lawyers, rich techies, and a talking sheepdog.”

The sequel A Vintage Year for Libel and Slander also features sheepdog Sidney who takes matters into his own paws after the disappearance of a $50 million diamond ring.

Sidney writes the humorous Sheepdog Sidney’s Blog which gives light-hearted advice to pets about managing their humans.

We are client-focused and solution-driven by design. We specialize in high-quality practice areas that serve the needs of businesses and sophisticated individuals. Our careful growth, minimal turnover and low partner/non-partner ratio are all designed to provide efficient and cost-effective legal services of the highest caliber.

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.