Letter from the President

Nicholas Unkovic
BABC President & Partner

   
Dear Friends of the BABC,  
 
Welcome to the New Year! We hope you all had a wonderful holiday season, and wish you all a prosperous and successful 2018. We at the BABC are moving onwards and upwards following the success of our 54th Annual BABC Christmas Luncheon. The ever popular event brought over 1000 of us and our guests together to celebrate this time honored tradition.  We'd like to thank each and every one of you who joined us and especially all of our VIP Sponsors and Prize Donors who make this event the most prestigious holiday gathering in San Francisco each year.  If you missed them last month, photos and video are here
 
We enter into the New Year with two flagship BABC events, both of which are not to be missed!
 
The first is our 28th Annual BABC Economic Forecast Luncheon, sponsored by ACCA USA and Vistra, and hosted by Squire Patton Boggs. Our panel of experts will share their thoughts on how local and global economic patterns may affect your business in 2018. We'll be presenting economic forecasts for the Bay Area and the global economy and their likely impact on the US and regional economies as a whole. This luncheon always sells out event so please be sure to book your tickets here and save the date: 31st January 2018.
 
Following on from this, on the 28th of February we have our 7th Annual "Funding, Exits and IPO's event at the Quadrus Center in Menlo Park. Please join us for an evening of lively and engaging discussion of the climate for venture investment, hear more about how things might work out for the technology community in 2018 and get a chance to ask questions our panel of venture capitalists. We will see how accurate their 2017 forecasts were and will try to pin them down to some 2018 predictions too.  This event also sells out quickly so book your tickets here.
 
As our New and Renewing Members section below shows, the BABC community continues to remain strong.  I hope you will join me in welcoming the newest members of our growing and dynamic community and in thanking our renewing members - please take a moment to visit their websites and learn more and if you would like to get in touch with any of them, please send an email to Jo Healey, our Executive Director.
 
Here's to a happy, healthy and prosperous 2018.
 
Nicholas Unkovic
President, BABC Northern California


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From The Consul General's Desk



Dear Friends and Members of the BABC,
 

Happy New Year! I trust you all had a wonderful holiday season. I, for one, am excited to see some big developments as we move into 2018, specifically around what the UK's future relationship with the EU will ultimately look like.
 

You'll recall just before Christmas, the Prime Minister and the EU Commission announced sufficient progress in the first round of negotiations has been reached, enabling us to move onto the next phase of Brexit negotiations.
 

The announcement outlines progress made on three areas that were included in the first round of negotiations, specifically:
 
  • UK and EU citizens
  • A financial settlement
  • And an agreement on Northern Ireland border
 
Firstly, the deal we've struck on citizenship will guarantee the rights of more than 3 million EU citizens living in the UK and of a million UK citizens living in the EU. EU citizens living in the UK will have their rights enshrined in UK law and enforced by British courts. They will be able to go on living their lives as before.
 
We have also agreed a financial settlement that is fair to the British tax payer. It means that in future we will be able to invest more in our priorities at home such as housing, schools and the NHS.
 
In Northern Ireland we will guarantee there will be no hard border. And we will uphold the Belfast agreement. And in doing so we will continue to uphold the constitutional and economic integrity of the UK.
 
If you've not had a chance to see the joint report issued by the UK and EU negotiating teams further detailing the progress made in these areas, it can be found  here.

 
Andrew Whittaker
HM Consul General  

Previous BABC Events
54th Annual BABC Christmas Luncheon
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A huge thank you to all who joined for the Luncheon and of course to all the VIP Sponsors, Donors and Volunteers without whom the event could not be possible. AS the year draws to a close, please consider a donation to one or all of the charities supported by the Luncheon.  Thank  you and Merry Christmas.









Job Postings
BAB-LEAP Seeking Accounts Clerk

If you are QuickBooks certified (ProAdvisor preferred) and you feel you have the skills and experience to perform the tasks listed below, we'd love to talk to you about joining our team.
 
British American Business LEAP (aka BAB-LEAP), the ultimate Land Expand Accelerator Program, is specifically designed to help UK or other foreign-based companies successfully establish and maintain a presence in the United States to sell their products and services.
 
 
Our program allows our clients to leverage our decades of experience in establishing and building businesses in the United States and thereby significantly increase their chances of success as they enter the U.S. market.
 
 
Read more
Lewis and Llewellyn is Hiring!

 
To facilitate our continued growth, we are looking to hire a junior associate attorney.  The ideal candidate will have graduated near the top of his or her class from an elite law school, and have one to three years' experience at a premier law firm, or similar clerkship experience.  And most importantly, the candidate should have a passion for litigation.   
 
We offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on high-stakes, high-profile litigation on behalf of trailblazing clients with a dynamic group of attorneys.  
 
If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to [email protected]
Turner & Townsend Trestle Seeking MEP Estimator

Turner & Townsend is growing our Cost Controls service  for our nationwide high tech, residential, commercial, data center, manufacturing client base and are looking for outstanding talent at all levels. We are looking for an experienced MEP Estimator responsible for providing mechanical and electrical estimates and cost consulting for our commercial, industrial, and high-tech building projects.

We reward our teammates with diverse opportunities, exposure to our industry-leading clients, and the latest training available to continuously learn and develop. Apply to be considered for upcoming hiring initiatives throughout the US!

Learn More
Seeking Project Controls Specialist - Innovative Tech Client in Sunnyvale, CA USA

Turner & Townsend is growing our Cost Controls service for our client in the San Francisco bay area and seeking a Cost/Project Controls specialist to support a ground-up data center construction project. The role will be responsible for all of the project's commercial and reporting activities, including managing the change order process, cash flow forecasting and project progress reporting. The role will be on a fast paced, large scale technical project. The successful candidate will be responsible for all areas of cost and project controls from preconstruction to close out.  
 
We reward our teammates with diverse opportunities, exposure to our industry-leading clients, and the latest training available to continuously learn and develop.
 

Senior Data Center Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor

Turner & Townsend is growing our Cost Controls service for our nationwide high tech, residential, commercial, data center, manufacturing client base and are looking for outstanding talent at all levels. We are looking for an a Senior Data Center Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor responsible for providing mechanical and electrical estimates and cost consulting for our commercial, industrial, and high-tech building projects.
 
We reward our teammates with diverse opportunities, exposure to our industry-leading clients, and the latest training available to continuously learn and develop. Apply to be considered for upcoming hiring initiatives throughout the US!

 

BABC Member News

London Special:  Nonstop flights from $180* one-way

Our New Year Sale is over now, but that doesn't mean all the great deals are gone. We still have some low fares left. Book a great start to 2018 today!
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Make a Splash with Giants Enterprises! Luxury Yachts now available for your next event 

Giants Enterprises invites you to make a splash with stunning, on-the-water experiences crafted to impress. Imagine hosting your event on one of our new luxuriously appointed vessels - the spacious California Spirit or the intimate Yacht Lady - while sweeping across spectacular San Francisco Bay, from McCovey Cove by AT&T Park, to the Golden Gate Bridge and beyond.

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Aer Lingus - Seamless to Seattle

This coming May we're set to launch Ireland's first direct service between Dublin and Seattle. Fondly known as The Emerald City, Seattle sits pretty between Puget Sound and Lake Washington on the Pacific Northwest. Home to must-visit sights like the Space Needle, Pike Place Market and the Museum of Pop Culture, Seattle is a superb city just waiting to be explored.

Aer Lingus - Newest route to Philadelphia

The new Philadelphia route will begin from 25 March 2018 with flights four times a week from Dublin. Widely known as Philly, the City of Philadelphia is the largest city in the state of Pennsylvania. Known as the birthplace of American democracy, Philly is home to an incredible array of treasures, including Independence Hall, The Franklin Institute and the famous Rocky Steps. Soak in the rich history, world-class art and so much more on a trip to Philadelphia - the 'City of Brotherly Love'. 

Aer Lingus - Bring on Europe Sale

Summer smart fares to Europe from $799* 

Spring smart fares to Europe from $579* if you  travel between April 10th to June 15th 2018

Grant Thornton - Questions about Tax Reform?

 The enactment of tax legislation,1 commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the Act), on December 22, 2017 brings a sweeping overhaul of individual, business, and international taxes. The enactment of the Act on December 22, 2017 means that entities must record the tax effects of the Act in the interim and annual periods that include December 22, 2017. The existing guidance related to accounting for income taxes under ASC 740, Income Taxes, does not change as a result of the passage of the Act. This publication provides a summary of the requirements under ASC 740 for an enacted change in tax rates and tax law. For some entities, particularly multinationals, the effects of the changes may be complex. An entity should consult with a taxation specialist to ensure that it has a full understanding of how the applicable provisions will impact the amount and timing of its income tax obligations as well as its tax positions, in order to appropriately apply the existing accounting guidance for recognizing, measuring, presenting, and disclosing changes under the Act.

Community News
British American Business Transatlantic Growth Awards 2018 - Nominations Now Open

The TAG Awards will shine a light on the achievements of micro, small and medium sized UK and US companies as they think big and grow their business for their next phase of growth.

Throughout the TAG series you'll hear from our expert speakers and hear about inspiring SME case studies as we celebrate the special relationship between businesses exporting and investing across the transatlantic corridor.

Meet our New Members
Upgrading to Premier Level Member 
CCW Business Solution

CCW Business Solutions helps companies develop and execute successful international expansion strategies.

Our suite of international payroll, accounting, tax, compliance and HR services is designed to overcome the challenges companies experience when expanding overseas.
 
Our business is to provide our clients with scalable centralized support services delivered through a dedicated support team and a single point of contact.
 
Our aim, supported by our global resource consisting of 650 offices worldwide and 30,000 partners and staff, is to provide you with peace of mind, knowing you are compliant with all international accounting, tax, and HR rules and regulations.
 
Whether a company is making their first hire in a new country or is looking for a more streamline way to manage their multiple international operations, we can provide a solution that is tailored to their needs.


http://www.ccwbusinesssolutions.com
New Corporate Level Members  
SF Hello

SF Hello is an Asset Management company based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We invest into ventures, joint-venture or create new businesses which cater to the USA or Western Europe.


Co-Living / Furnished Housing
We connect people looking for housing.

Incubator
We provide services to entrepreneurs, start-ups and businesses who want to increase their valuation, build a scalable business or have a liquidity event.


https://www.sfhello.com/about/
JP Morgan

J.P. Morgan Commercial Banking has a long history of providing comprehensive solutions, including lending and treasury services, to corporations, municipalities, financial institutions and not-for-profit entities with annual revenues generally ranging from $20 million to $2 billion.
In addition, J.P. Morgan's Multinational Corporations Group targets U.S. subsidiaries of foreign-owned corporates, including those headquartered in the UK and throughout Europe. Leveraging our global network of offices and bankers around the world, we can assist international corporates with their banking needs both inbound and outbound.
For more than two centuries, we have built a legacy on having a strong balance sheet, managing risk and doing the right thing for our clients and the communities we serve.
Through strong partnerships across our entire firm, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a complete range of best-in-class products and services designed to support you today and into the future.

New Business and Community Partner Level Members  


Our Thanks to these Renewing Members
Premier Level Members 
E&M Mayock

E&M Mayock practices the full range of U.S. immigration law and specializes in employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant visas.

The firm, founded by James R. Mayock in 1995 in San Francisco, provides individual and corporate immigration legal services.

Our firm works with small to large businesses across all industry sectors. We utilize our experience to develop winning immigration strategies to assist clients in recruiting and retaining their employees.

We specialize in facilitating visa issuance abroad at U.S. consular posts around the world.


Florin Pensions

Florin Pensions LLC is a US based investment advisory firm specialising in providing UK pension transfer and investment advice to people in the US with UK pensions. With only British expatriate advisers working at Florin, we are well placed to help our clients make sense of their UK pensions and provide local advice on how to manage them before and during retirement. As part of our service, Florin provides a complimentary review of a person's existing UK pension(s) to provide a better understanding of it and determine whether a pension transfer could be of benefit. Florin is headquartered in San Francisco, but has advisers also located in New York and Florida.

For further information on Florin's services, please contact Charles Cockerton, Director. [email protected]
http://www.florinpensions.com

Corporate Level Members 
Business Level Members  
 
 

     
Individual and Young Professional Members  
 
Individual Members:
 
Beverly Chadwick
Malcolm Booth
Elizabeth Monnet
Steve White 

Young Professional Members:  
 
Curtis Barker
Duncan Hassall
Rebecca Murphy 
 
     
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OFX Foreign Currency Exchange - Free transfers and a preferred rate of exchange!
 
British Airways Promotional Offer for BABC and BA Executive Club Members
 
10% Discount at InterContinental Hotels

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Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca- Discount on tickets to the 2018 Pirelli World Challenge
 
$250 discount on Monthly Rental for BABC Members
 
Turkish Airlines - Substantially discounted Business and Economy Fares to Europe.
 

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