British American Business Council (BABC) Orange County

"First Thursday" Monthly Networking Series - APRIL SPECIAL EDITION
2022-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
BABC OC’s “First Thursday” Monthly Networking Event CO-HOSTED WITH THE BRITISH CONSULATE LOS ANGELES. A fun evening of Business Networking and discussion about the UK Opportunity. We’ll shine the spotlight on the British Midlands.
Thursday April 7th, 5pm-7pm
Avenue of the Arts Hotel, Costa Mesa
BABC OC Members or by invitation Only. Contact Jacquie to join or renew your membership.

T'Expat Panel - Everything An Expat Needs To Know
2022-04-05 14:30 - 15:30 UTC
T’Expat Panel – Everything An Expat Needs To Know
April 5, 2022
4:30 pm CST
Whether you are new to Texas or have been here a while, there are things you need to know to ensure success with your tax planning, immigration status and current and future finances. Navigating the immigration laws, establishing your credit history, understanding the taxation system, and oh, what to do with that UK pension you left behind? While these issues may seem separate, your decisions about one issue, may negatively, or positively, impact one of the other areas. This is your chance to get your questions answered from a panel of experts in tax, immigration law, banking and UK pensions.
We have partnered with BABC Members to help answer your questions

BAB'S Annual Trade & Geopolitics Update: Conflict, Climate & Recovery
2022-04-05 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
BAB’S Annual Trade & Geopolitics Update: Conflict, Climate & Recovery
April 5, 2022
11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST / 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm BST
For its annual Trade and Geopolitics update, BAB, in partnership with AIG, has brought together a leading panel of global trade experts to discuss some of the most pressing developments in geopolitics and global trade taking shape in the coming months. We will reflect on developments seen and predictions made in 2021. We will assess the impact of the war in Ukraine and the response from the West on the global trading landscape, and offer an outlook on what we may expect in 2022, particularly on developments in the transatlantic corridor.

2022 Funding, Exits & IPO's
2022-03-30 18:30 - 20:00 UTC
2022 Funding, Exits & IPO’s
March 30, 2022
6:00 – 8:00 pm PST
Join us for an evening of lively, engaging and fun discussions and hear more about how things might work out for the technology community in 2022 and get a chance to ask questions to our panel of Venture Capitalists. We will see how accurate their 2021 forecasts were and will see if we can have them make some forecasts for 2022.

LGBTQ Supplier Diversity, Trade, & Business Roundtable
2022-03-30 09:00 - 10:00 UTC
LGBTQ Supplier Diversity, Trade, & Business Roundtable
March 30, 2022
12:00 – 1:15 pm EST
Join us to: Learn about trade and supplier diversity, including U.S. Government Programming to support supplier diversity. Build and strengthen your business network.
Hear from business leaders and entrepreneurs who successfully diversified their supply chain in the U.S. through partnerships with LGBTQ suppliers.

Fireside Chat with Emma Wade-Smith OBE
2022-03-24 08:30 - 09:30 UTC
Fireside Chat with Emma Wade-Smith OBE
March 24, 2022
10:30am – 11:30am CMT / 11:30am – 12:30pm EDT / 3:30pm – 4:30pm GMT
The United Kingdom is one of Tennessee’s top five foreign investors, with 115 establishments and total employment of 12,157*. To further support growing trade and economic development between the UK and Middle Tennessee, British American Business welcome you to join us for our inaugural Nashville event, featuring Emma Wade-Smith OBE, Her Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for North America and HM Consul General, on “The Future of the US-UK Trade & Investment Relationship”.

Cop26 from Glasgow to COP27 Sharm El-Sheikh, Challenges and Opportunities
2022-03-17 08:00 - 09:00 UTC
Cop26 from Glasgow to COP27 Sharm El-Sheikh, Challenges and Opportunities
March 17, 2022
4:00 pm GMT
The SNABC would be delighted to invite you to attend a Webinar in partnership with our sister network the British American Business Network. We are pleased to host an expert panel including Dean Lockhart MSP Convener of the Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee at the Scottish Parliament and Prof Dave Reay , Edinburgh University Chair in Carbon Management & Education, Exec Director of Edinburgh Climate Change Institute and Policy Director of ClimateXChange. Also joining us will be Lolita Jackson, Exec Director of Communications & Sustainable Cities at Sustainable Development Capital LLP and Craig Sterling, CEO CuanTec Ltd.

Morgan Lewis – Managing the UK and US Foreign Direct Investment Processes: What to Expect
2022-03-16 07:00 - 08:00 UTC
Morgan Lewis – Managing the UK and US Foreign Direct Investment Processes: What to Expect
March 16, 2022
10:00 – 11:15 AM EST
Please join partners from the Morgan Lewis CFIUS and FDI Working Group for a webinar on foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United Kingdom and the United States. Our discussion will focus on the UK National Security and Investment Act that came into force on 4 January 2022, comparing the changing landscape for investments raising national security concerns in the UK and the US rules under CFIUS.

CALLING ALL BRITS! Tax, Immigration, Pensions and More - Everything Expats Need to Know
2022-03-09 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
CALLING ALL BRITS! Tax, Immigration, Pensions and More – Everything Expats Need to Know
March 9, 2022
6:00 – 8:00 pm PST
Whether you are new to the Bay Area or have been here a while, there are things you need to know to ensure success with your tax planning, immigration status and current and future finances. Navigating the immigration laws, establishing your credit history, understanding the taxation system, and oh, what to do with that UK pension you left behind? While these issues may seem separate, your decisions about one issue, may negatively, or positively, impact one of the other areas.
Join us for networking with food and wine at 6:00 pm, the panel session will start at 6:30 pm.

From Global Crisis Communications, Branding & Positioning to The Crown, Royal Issues and the Monarchy Today" with bestselling author, Patrick Jephson
2022-03-09 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
From Global Crisis Communications, Branding & Positioning to The Crown, Royal Issues and the Monarchy Today” with bestselling author, Patrick Jephson
March 9, 2022
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Airbus Experience Center
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Patrick Jephson, consultant, journalist, broadcaster and New York Times and London Sunday Times bestselling author. moderated by
Hilary Fordwich, BABA Program Co-Chair and President, Strelmark, LLC, Business Development Consultants

"First Thursday" Monthly Networking Series
2022-03-03 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
Join the BABC OC’s “First Thursday” Monthly Networking Events and make this your best year for business yet! We’ll see you for a little Beer, Business, and Banter on….
Thursday March 3rd
Location – The Royal Hen, 311 Marine Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92662
Register HERE

Managing your Business in an Inflationary Economy
2022-03-03 09:00 - 10:00 UTC
Managing your Business in an Inflationary Economy
March 3, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 pm EST
Virtual Meeting – This Program is complimentary but registration is required.
The meeting link will be sent to all registered attendees within 24 hours of the event.

Chapter Chat - Carolinas
2022-02-28 06:00 - 07:00 UTC
February 28, 2022
2:00 3:00 pm GMT
Join us for our Chapter Chat, a series of online webinars where Midland’s businesses will hear from our partners from the BABC network.

The Future of the US-UK Trade & Investment Relationship
2022-02-24 07:00 - 08:00 UTC
You are invited to a virtual roundtable discussion about The Future of the US-UK Trade & Investment Relationship.
We are honored to welcome Emma Wade-Smith OBE, Her Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for North America and HM Consul General to New York, for her inaugural engagement with the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia. Emma will be joined by Ekrem M. Sarper, Head of International Public Policy, Cigna Corporation, who will moderate this dynamic discussion. Oliver St. Clair Franklin OBE, Honorary British Consul for Greater Philadelphia, and Michelle Colona, Senior Vice President, Cigna Americas, will offer introductory remarks.
This exclusive program will deliver an insider’s view about the advancing progress of US-UK trade negotiations and the strengthening of the relationship between the two nations. The conversation will reveal timely insights about post-COP green growth strategies; sector-specific updates about transatlantic businesses expanding and investing across the trade corridor; and key areas of focus in 2022, including growth and innovation practices shared between the US and the UK, such as tech and digital trade, financial services, business mobility, and more.

Transatlantic Finance Forum Roundtable: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Financial Sector: Working Together to Drive Change
2022-02-23 09:00 - 10:30 UTC
BRITISH AMERICAN BUSINESS

Transatlantic Finance Forum Roundtable: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Financial Sector: Working Together to Drive Change
February 23, 2022
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm EST

Managing your Business in an Inflationary Economy
2022-02-17 09:00 - 10:00 UTC
Managing your Business in an Inflationary Economy
February 17, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 pm EST
Virtual Meeting – This Program is complimentary but registration is required.
The meeting link will be sent to all registered attendees within 24 hours of the event.

The STIR: Charting Your DE&I Progress
2022-02-17 08:00 - 09:00 UTC
February 17, 2022
11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm GMT
Join this interactive workshop led by experts at YSC Consulting, who will guide business leaders to address the key questions in their DEI efforts in order to avoid pitfalls and increase the chances of achieving meaningful, sustained impact at their organizations. This panel & workshop will include insights on conscious inclusion, and how to implement a data-driven inclusive leadership model. Participants will also have the opportunity to complete an inclusive leadership self-assessment as a follow-up.

Commonwealth Opportunities
2022-02-16 00:30 - 02:30 UTC
Commonwealth Opportunities
February 16, 2022
8:30 – 10:30 am GMT
The Greater Birmingham Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce a morning of Commonwealth opportunities. The event will look at key markets within the Commonwealth and discuss trading opportunities which we see as crucial in recovery following the COVID 19 pandemic.
The event will also include networking breakout sessions with opportunities to grow your network, connect with other companies, gain insight into international trade opportunities and promote your business.

Leverage the Power of LinkedIn to Grow Your Business
2022-02-15 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
February 15, 2022
1:00 p.m. EST
Speaker: Melinda Schmiedeknecht
Please join us online for a webinar version of the popular and informative Lunch & Learn we hosted last year. Upon registration, we will send you a link for the Zoom webinar. This virtual event is free for members and $15 for non-members.
Free to members; Contact Jacquie for a promo code

BAB Accelerate: An Insider’s Guide to Expanding into NYC
2022-02-09 08:00 - 09:00 UTC
BAB Accelerate: An Insider’s Guide to Expanding into NYC
February 9, 2022
11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm GMT
BritishAmerican Business, along with Accelerate Series Sponsor, JetBlue, and session sponsor, Capalino, are pleased to invite you to join us for a discussion on Expanding Your Business into NYC.
Hear directly from one of the most well connected and respected urban strategy firms in New York City on how to build your in-bound strategy, as well as business leaders who have have successfully accomplished this journey. Our panel will share insights, do’s and don’ts, and unexpected, yet necessary, pivots due to the pandemic. We’ll also discuss how to navigate the New York business and political landscape to drive expansion if you are already doing business in NY.

HR & People Leaders on the Power of Purpose
2022-02-08 08:00 - 09:00 UTC
HR & People Leaders on the Power of Purpose
February 8, 2022
11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm GMT
BritishAmerican Business, in partnership with Brandpie, is delighted to welcome you back to our Power of Purpose Series exploring the crosscutting idea of purpose in business. We know that corporate purpose can exist and simultaneously evolve, while offering employees and stakeholders a sense of meaning and drawing their support. For employees, purpose can inspire, engage and motivate.
Join us to hear from a panel of leading executives from BT, Clario and Diageo, who are responsible for the strategy behind people, culture, communications and change at their respective companies. Our panel will explore how every organization can tap into a pool of change agents and the toolkits needed to drive purpose in concert with business.

Ten Point Plan for Green Growth - Green Buildings
2022-02-08 02:00 - 04:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Ten Point Plan for Green Growth – Green Buildings
February 8, 2022
10:00 am – 12:00 pm GMT
The Midlands will lead the UK in the shift to energy efficient buildings and away from fossil fuel sources for heating, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With a threefold focus on designing and building new greener buildings, retrofitting existing buildings to improve energy efficiency and developing next generation low carbon heating technologies, with the aim to create new jobs, skills and supply chains in our region.

"First Thursday" Monthly Networking Series
2022-02-03 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
Join the BABC OC’s “FIRST THURSDAY” Monthly Networking Events and make this your best year for business yet! We’ll see you for a little Beer, Business and Banter on….

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd 5pm to 7pm

Thank you to our February sponsors:
Gamecraft Brewing Company
Laguna Hills, CA

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This is a free event. No host bar. Lite bites courtesy of Gamecraft Brewing Co.

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Check out a full list of BABC Network events this month HERE.

Ten Point Plan for Green Growth - Green Innovation
2022-02-03 02:00 - 04:00 UTC
Ten Point Plan for Green Growth – Green Innovation
February 3, 2022
10:00 am – 12:00 pm GMT
The shift to low carbon is a huge opportunity for business, industry and job creation in the Midlands. We will foster a rich innovation environment, supporting our world-leading inventors, entrepreneurs, leaders and researchers to develop and commercialise new ideas for the economic good of our region and nation, and for wider societal benefit. By investing now in next generation manufacturing processes and resilient supply chains, we can minimise environmental impact and resource use.

Brit Events Northwest - Tax, Immigration, and UK Pensions for Expats - NOTE-NEW DATE
2022-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
Brit Events Northwest – Tax, Immigration, and UK Pensions for Expats
February 1st, 2022
7:00 – 8:00 pm PST
Whether you are new to the Pacific Northwest, or have been here a while, there are things you need to know to ensure success with your tax planning, immigration status and current and future finances. Navigating the immigration laws, understanding the taxation system, and knowing what to do with that UK pension you left behind…
This free Zoom Q&A event provides you with a valuable opportunity to get your questions answered from a panel of experts. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect and network with people who are in a similar situation to yourself.

The Biden Administration's First Year: Multilateral Tax Agreements, Landmark Legislation, Climate and COVID Challenges
2022-01-31 08:00 - 09:00 UTC
The Biden Administration’s First Year: Multilateral Tax Agreements, Landmark Legislation, Climate and COVID Challenges
January 31, 202111:00 am – 12:00 pm EST | 4:00 – 5:00 pm GMT
After the first year of the Biden Administration, BAB brings together a panel of commentators and experts to review the past 12 months policies impact on U.S. tax, and the economy.

Start-Up Business Surgery - Ten Top Tips for New Businesses
2022-01-28 02:00 - 03:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Start-Up Business Surgery – Ten Top Tips for New Businesses
January 28, 2022
10:00 11:15 am GMT
Starting up a business is not without challenges; feeling on your own, uncertain of what to do first, getting to grips with all elements of a business, without a plan and a support network, it can quickly feel overwhelming. But, when you get it right, it is incredibly rewarding.
In 2022 the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce is launching its first Start Up Programme, consisting of 6 Start Up Surgeries and 4 Start Up exclusive networking sessions.

How to Market Your Products Internationally Through Amazon
2022-01-25 07:30 - 08:30 UTC
How to Market Your Products Internationally Through Amazon Tuesday, January 25, 202210:30 – 11:30 am ESTAre you interested in exporting your products? Do you want to expand your market reach? Join World Trade Center Delaware on January 25th to learn how you can take advantage of Amazon’s international marketing capabilities to grow your business. All types of products, both consumer and industrial, are sold through Amazon. Jimmy Avendano, the Operations Manager of Amazon Fulfillment will present a 60 minute webinar on how you can market through Amazon.This virtual event is being presented by the World Trade Center of Delaware, a British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia regional partner.

BAB Academy: What is Corporate Purpose?
2022-01-24 08:00 - 09:30 UTC
BAB Academy: What is Corporate Purpose? Monday, January 24, 202211:00 am – 12:30 pm EST | 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm GMT
The BritishAmerican Business (BAB) Academy is a new series of workshops covering different business skills for high potential individuals aspiring to be general managers and who are rising stars in their organisations. The Academy offers a unique snapshot of key business functions and provides skills to help young professionals grow into general management roles.

2022 Economic & Market Outlook with Larry Adam and Chris Thornberg
2022-01-13 11:45 - 12:45 UTC
Thursday, Jan 13, 202211:45 am PST [virtual event]

Receive an exclusive 2022 outlook of the global economy and financial markets by Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam and influential Economist Chris Thornberg. The discussion, moderated by The Voice of Business News Frank Mottek, will cover the stock and crypto markets, real estate valuations, the anticipated tapering by the Federal Reserve, the sky-high inflation, labor market challenges, the continued effects of the pandemic, the change of leadership in Germany, and the geopolitical issues in the Ukraine, Russia, and China. The discussion will be followed by an attendee Q&A. We look forward to having you join the discussion. Larry Adam is the Chief Investment Officer at Investment Bank Raymond James, previously served as Global Chief Investment Strategist and CIO of the Americas for Deutsche Bank. Christopher Thornberg is the Founding Partner of Beacon Economics, one of the most respected research organizations in California serving public and private sector clients across the United States. Frank Mottek is known as “The Voice of Business News in Los Angeles”. An award-winning broadcast journalist with more than 30 years of experience, Frank currently hosts Mottek On Money weeknights live on the air at 6 pm on 790 KABC in L.A. and worldwide on-demand podcast.
