Maya Mancuso
President, BABC
Northern California
US Business Relationships Manager
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Dear Members and Friends of the BABC,
I hope you are enjoying the summer and taking some moments to relax with family and friends. While August is typically a slower time, the BABC is busy preparing a robust events program to close out 2022. Tickets and tables for the legendary BABC Christmas Luncheon will go on sale soon, and you’ll start to see announcements for our other fall and winter events. In the meantime, we have some upcoming social networking events including the Young Professionals Mixer co-organized with the French American Chamber of Commerce and German American Business Association at Werqwise in San Mateo on August 18th. For our rugby fans, BABC member AEG Rugby is hosting the annual HSBC LA Rugby Sevens at the end of the month in Los Angeles. The US leg of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series has grown to become one of the most popular stops on the global circuit. You can check out all of our upcoming events on this page.
In early September, the British American Business Network brings back its annual Transatlantic Conference in Cleveland, Ohio. This event convenes members of all 22 chapters of the British American Business Network for a 3-day program of high-level business discussions and networking with executives actively involved in transatlantic business. You can learn more about the agenda, tracks and speakers here. For anyone interested in speaking or sponsoring the event, I am informed there are a few opportunities still available. If interested, please contact Chris Carey.
I’d like to draw your attention to a recent article from BritishAmerican Business highlighting the importance of greater transatlantic cooperation: “Tackling The Skills Shortage: Recommendations to Help Develop the Talent that our Economies Need." The recommendations call on the US and UK governments to develop and expand inclusive education plans and skills training to close the digital divide, increase minority and gender representation in training programs and the workforce, introduce economic incentives for private sector-led digital skills training, enhance US-UK bilateral cooperation to tackle skills gaps in domestic markets, and address barriers to transatlantic labor mobility.
Finally, all of us at the BABC extend a huge thank you to all of our renewing members (see below).
Be well and enjoy the rest of summer.
With gratitude,
Maya Mancuso
Bird & Bird
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FOR THE YOUNG AND YOUNG AT HEART:
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS EUROPEAN SUMMER MIXER 2022
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Get it on your calendars! We have a new venue and a new date for the Young Professionals (and the Young at Heart) Summer Mixer. Join us, and all the Bay Area European Chambers of Commerce, on the sunny rooftop deck at Werqwise in San Mateo. The bright, airy and spacious outdoor lounge is the perfect venue for this relaxed and casual end of summer gathering.
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 our Sponsor Werqwise for hosting the event.
Members of other European Chambers of Commerce can register at this Eventbrite page.
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DATE:
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2022
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REGISTER TODAY:
BABN TRANSATLANTIC CONFERENCE 2022
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Once a year, the British-American Business Network brings together members of all 22 chapters throughout the US and UK at its Annual Transatlantic Business Conferences, for a 3-day program of high-level business discussions and networking with business executives actively involved in transatlantic business.
This year, the Conference will be hosted by the Ohio Chapter of the BABN. The upcoming conference will mark three years since we last came together, and this two-day annual program featuring high-level business discussions and networking with senior business executives, government officials, SMEs, exporters and academics is an event not to be missed!
Summary of this year’s BABN Conference:
The format is a multi-track conference covering four industry sectors that are vital to the U.S. and U.K.: Aerospace, Finance, Law, and Health Care. We are proud to collaborate with partners that include the Cleveland Clinic, the Ohio Aerospace Institute, JobsOhio, DIT and many others to help ensure we have a successful and content-rich conference as we have in previous years.
This year’s conference will be held in Cleveland, Ohio at the InterContinental Hotel. The dates of the conference run from September 7-9th. On the 7th we will be hosting our Annual Ryder Cup Event with our conference welcoming reception that evening, which leads into the main portion of the conference on September 8th and 9th. The agenda outline can be found here.
Venue and Hotel:
The conference will be held at the InterContinental Hotel in Cleveland, and sits on the premises of the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.
If you are interested in sponsoring, exhibiting, joining the organizing committee, or have any questions regarding the conference, please contact Jo Healey via email.
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DATE:
SEPTEMBER 7 – 9, 2022
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LOCATION:
INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL, CLEVELAND, OH
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Discount Code: BABC Members receive a 20% discount on Conference Ticket pricing. To get the code or to join the BABC Northern California, please email jhealey@babcsf.org
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SAVE THE DATE: OCT. 12, 2022
SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS AND BABC WEBINAR
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With the implementation of new regulations involving the handling of “HR data” across the US and EU, transatlantic employers can expect to face unique challenges as they make efforts to incorporate these new regulations with existing procedures. In the coming months, managing data subject rights and business obligations that apply to HR data will be of the utmost importance for those involved in managing employees, hiring new talent, maintaining legal compliance, and/or overseeing a company’s overall operations.
The BABC has joined forces with the legal experts at Squire Patton Boggs to provide insights through a one-stop-shop webinar on the pitfalls of hiring globally and the privacy/compliance matters related thereto.
The panelists will address the following:
- How the UK and EU GDPR and data protection authorities and works councils impact US organizations, including inter-company and cross-border access and transfers;
- January 1, 2023 implementation of the full HR data requirements under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including data subject access rights;
- Steps employers can take to safeguard HR data, manage data subject requests and prepare for enforcement actions;
- Overview of US and UK employment verification and right to work compliance and interplay with employee data protection.
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DATE:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022
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Webex link will be provided in the confirmation email after you register. |
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FALL EUROPEAN NETWORKING EVENING |
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Come and mingle with entrepreneurs and a range of professionals involved in cross-border business in a relaxed and European atmosphere! Exact location in San Francisco will be announced shortly.
This event attracts many international business professionals from different European countries. Members of the partnering organizations and their guests have priority access to tickets for this event.
Registration via this site is available for BABC Members and tickets are available on a first come first serve basis.
Members of other European Chambers can register at the Eventbrite Link here.
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DATE:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
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BAY AREA COUNCIL ECONOMIC INSTITUTE: GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SILICON VALLEY |
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Economic Institute Friends and Partners:
We’re pleased to enclose two recent columns on entrepreneurship. The first documents how global entrepreneurship has taken off, with startups flourishing in economies around the world. Click here to read.
The second column discusses how Silicon Valley remains the leading global center for innovation and a key international connector for startups and technology. Click here to read.
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RUGBY SEVENS RETURNS TO LA! |
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The LA Sevens is the hottest 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 has grown to become one of the most popular stops on the global circuit. Now in it’s second year in LA, the two-day event will take place at the Dignity Health Sports Park, the current home stadium for the LA Galaxy (MLS), as well as a future host venue for the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.
Rugby takes center stage over the two days, with over forty games providing more than eight hours of play on each day. In addition to the competition on the field, a Fan Festival will take place around the venue over the weekend, providing international music, food, culture and entertainment, adding to the unique experience for spectators.
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DATE:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2022
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TIME:
9:20 AM (SATURDAY)
8:45 AM (SUNDAY)
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WEBINAR: BUYER'S REMORSE – ENFORCING YOUR RIGHTS WHEN ACQUISITIONS GO WRONG |
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Despite best intentions, some business acquisitions do not turn out as planned. The situation within a business may not always be as it was presented, and unanticipated issues may arise after the deal is done.
Drawing on our practical experience of helping buyers navigate post-acquisition issues, this webinar considers what to do to mitigate the financial consequences of a poorly performing acquisition, including:
- Making, preserving and pursuing warranty or indemnity claims
- Clawbacks and deferred consideration
- Dealing with material non-disclosures
- Quantifying and mitigating losses
- Other routes to recovery
This session will be of interest to institutional investors, frequent acquirers and sellers, and others involved in M&A activity.
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DATE:
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
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TIME:
12:30 PM – 1:10 PM BST
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BBS AUTUMN IN MARIN & SONOMA BIKE RIDE |
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Join the British Benevolent Society on Sunday, September 25, 2022 for our 2nd BBS bike ride through the hills of Marin & Sonoma!
Bring your family & friends to participate on one of the 3 routes planned for the day:
Tickets & Registration:*
- 10 mile bike ride: Individual $25, Family $50
- 40/60 mile bike ride: $50
- Non Riders: $10
*All tickets include a drink and sandwich
Details:
- Address of the meeting place/start of ride: 75 Queens Lane Petaluma, CA 94952
- All joining will need to complete a waiver prior to the event
- Carpooling encouraged whenever possible
Fall in Marin & Sonoma is such a beautiful time. We look forward so sharing this time with you!
Questions:
Registration will open closer to the date of the event. We will share an FAQ prior to the bike ride. Please email questions to info@bbsofca.org or call 1.415.421.7195.
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BRITISHAMERICAN BUSINESS NEWS AND UPDATES
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Tackling The Skills Shortage: Recommendations to Help Develop the Talent that our Economies Need
BAB has published its latest paper “Tackling the Skills Shortage: Recommendations to help develop the talent our economies need.” Even as employment rates in the US and UK remain high, many companies are experiencing unfilled vacancies and a shortage of skilled workers. Responding to this challenge, the paper outlines both domestic policy solutions and new bilateral initiatives that can help ease the skills gap in the current labor market.
The paper calls on the US and UK governments to develop and expand education plans and skills training, increase minority and gender representation in training programs and the workforce, introduce economic incentives for skills training, and enhance US-UK bilateral cooperation to develop the skills both economies need.
Commenting on the release of the paper, BAB CEO Duncan Edwards said: “We’ve heard time and time again from businesses about the need to address the skills and education gap in the US and UK labor markets..."
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Duncan Edwards
Chief Executive Officer
BritishAmerican Business
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The BABC Job Board exists to help our Members fill vacancies within their organizations and we are pleased to share below our current listings. If you are interested in any of the opportunities presented, please contact the person noted on the listing and let them know you were referred by the BABC Job Board.
BABC Company Members can advertise your open positions for free. It is included in your Membership. To post your open positions, please log in to your BABC Membership Portal and click on Jobs.
Not a Member? You can still advertise your open positions on the BABC Website for $150 per position. Our mailing list has over 4,500 subscribers and your listing will appear here.
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Hotel Adagio offers modern and stylish guest rooms in downtown San Francisco. Beautiful Spanish colonial revival architecture mixed with an upscale, contemporary design creates a unique arrival experience, accentuated by one of the city’s hottest craft cocktail bars, The Mortimer. Unparalleled city views await from the Samuel Suite Terrace, available for elevated stays or private events. Bridging the gap between classic and new, historic and modern, and style and comfort, Hotel Adagio is one of the most unique pet-friendly boutique hotels in San Francisco. |
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Jane Blonde and the Goldfingers is the Bay Area’s hottest party band, playing covers of dance hits from the 70s to today. Every song has been chosen to get your feet twitching. Every song is delivered with high energy. Every song will leave you wanting more.
Whether your guests like Don’t Stop Believin’ and September, or Uptown Funk and Blinding Lights, we’ll get them moving. Whether they’re Guns ‘n’ Roses and The Killers fans, or Dua Lipa and Lizzo afficionados, we’ll get them grooving. You’ll love the energy, the performance, and the delivery.
We’re available for all parties, whether corporate or private, conferences or birthdays, weddings or divorces. Whatever the occasion, we’ll get you dancing and give you a night to remember!
You loved us at the last BABC Christmas After Party in 2019, so we'll be back for the 2022 After Party.
Oh, and our lead guitarist just happens to be BABC Chairman, Steve Wares!
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BUSINESS & COMMUNITY PARTNER MEMBER |
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Fugazi Travel is the preferred travel agency for BABC members. No business is too small to benefit from the advantages of a Travel Management Company. Coordinating itineraries, arranging team-offsites, and budget control can get complicated. Fugazi saves you the stress of searching for flights and accommodation, in addition to saving you valuable time - which is almost certainly better spent elsewhere. Unforeseen travel expenses can impact the company’s bottom line. Establish an effective travel policy to see cost savings and oversee your employee’s travel experience and safety. Fugazi also book group and vacation travel. |
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WITH THANKS TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS
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At British American Business LEAP, we help foreign companies successfully establish a presence in the US market to sell their products and services. We do this by allowing you to focus on developing your business, while we take care of administrating your business. We are a group of professionals who understand mistakes cost time and money to fix. We are passionate about helping you avoid them. Our Land, Expand, Accelerator Program is designed to save you time and money.
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Alexandra Berven
Peter Woodhouse
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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
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BABC Members receive a $200 Amazon Gift Card upon receipt of signed contract. Mention @BABCSF when you make the call!
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Since 1968, Ace Relocation has been moving happy families, individuals, and businesses.
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BABC Members receive discounted rates and no resort fees!
For room blocks over (20) at peak, meeting planner to receive up to 10,000 Marriott Bonvoy Meeting Planner points. Rates vary based on availability.
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Valid through December 31, 2022.
To take advantage of these offers, login to your account for contact information.
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Fugazi Travel has teamed up with JW Marriott to provide a special BABC nightly rate of $199+ (taxes and $25 destination fee) for the dates of Dec 8/9th the night before and after the BABC Christmas luncheon.
PLUS $100 worth of special extras!
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Valid through November 30, 2022.
To take advantage of this offer, login to your account for contact information.
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Wingtip
Exclusive Member to Member Offer
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SAVE 20% ON MEMBERSHIP INITIATION FEE |
To take advantage of this offer email tricia@wingtip.com to get started. |
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Individual Reservations:
15% OFF
our Best Flex Rates
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Valid through December 31st, 2022.
Log in to your account for contact details.
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Corporate Events:
Book by June 30, 2022, for events and or stays from May 10th, 2022, through December 31, 2022, and receive 20,000 IHG Business Rewards, Bonus points on signed contract.
Additional Benefits:
1 Complimentary guestroom per 30 on a cumulative basis or 1 Complimentary Entree per 30 (one meal period per day)
Club Access for Two.
30% OFF AV. 50% Attrition allowance on guestroom only.
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BABC Members get one month free! |
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Discounted Short-Term Housing
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British American Business Council | (415) 296-8645 | info@babcsf.org | www.babcsf.org |
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