Day at Del Mar Races 2026
2026-08-28 11:30 - 20:00 UTC
Let’s join BABC San Diego for the third year, for a day at the DEL MAR RACES on Friday August 28th. You’ll enjoy transport with 2 pick up points in OC including drinks and snacks on the bus. First Pick Up 11:30am at South Coast Plaza. 2nd Pick Up at Noon at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Wear your hat or fascinator for a chance to win a prize!

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September 10th Networking Event
2026-09-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Muldoon’s Irish Pub, 202 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA, 92660, United States
Business is built on relationships—and the best opportunities often begin with a conversation. Join BABCOC for an evening of high-quality networking with professionals who share a passion for strengthening business connections between the UK and Southern California.
Join the British-American Business Council Orange County for an evening of meaningful networking at one of Orange County’s most iconic venues.
Whether you’re a long-standing member, new to the area, or looking to expand your professional network, this is the perfect opportunity to build new relationships in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Connect with business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and members of the British-American community while enjoying the lively ambience of Muldoon’s at Fashion Island.
At BABCOC, networking is more than exchanging business cards—it’s about creating genuine connections that lead to new opportunities, collaborations, referrals, and lasting friendships.
Come for the conversations. Stay for the connections.
Why Attend?

Meet professionals from across Orange County’s British-American business community
Expand your network in an informal, friendly setting
Discover how BABCOC can help grow your business and professional connections
Reconnect with familiar faces and welcome new members

Whether you’re growing your business, exploring new opportunities, or simply looking to meet like-minded professionals, we’d love to welcome you.
We look forward to seeing you at Muldoon’s!
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What Is Money Now? The Value of the CFO — A Live Conversation
2026-09-15 17:30 - 20:00 | concordia University, Irvine
What Is Money Now?
Money, the Value of the CFO — A Live Conversation
September 15 | 5:30–8:00 PM
Concordia University Irvine
We use money every day. But when did you last stop to think about what money actually is?
From coins and cash to credit cards, global currencies, digital payments, cryptocurrency and stablecoins, the way we create, move and think about money continues to evolve.
Join the British American Business Council of Orange County and Concordia University Irvine for a lively, accessible conversation exploring what money is, how it moves, where it may be going — and what all of this means for businesses and the CFOs responsible for navigating it.
The evening begins with a fast-paced journey through the history of money — from early forms of exchange and the gold standard to today’s increasingly digital financial world.
From there, we’ll open the conversation with perspectives from CFO leadership, foreign exchange and currency, and blockchain and digital payments.
We’ll explore questions including:

What gives money value in the first place?
How does money actually move around the world?
What does a CFO really do — and where does a great CFO create value?
How is the CFO’s role changing?
What are blockchain, cryptocurrency and stablecoins actually changing?
Which developments matter to real businesses — and which are mostly hype?
What might “money” look like ten years from now?

This isn’t a technical seminar, an investment presentation or a crypto pitch. It’s an informal, question-led conversation designed to make a complicated subject understandable — and interesting.
Bring your questions. We want the audience in the conversation.
Whether you’re a business owner, executive, finance professional, entrepreneur, student, young professional or simply curious about the future of money, you’re invited to join us.
Doors & Networking: 5:30 PM
Conversation Begins: approximately 6:15 PM
Networking continues until 8:00 PM
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Cybersecurity for Everyone Protecting Your Family, Your Business, and Your Community
2026-10-07 18:30 | Rivian Theatre, 162 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, California, 92651
Cybersecurity for Everyone
Protecting Your Family, Your Business & Your Community
📅 October 7 | 6:30–9:00 PM
📍 Rivian South Coast Theater, Laguna Beach
Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem — it affects all of us.
Join the British American Business Council of Orange County (BABC-OC) for an accessible, jargon-free conversation with cybersecurity experts about the risks we face every day and practical ways to protect ourselves.
From protecting children and families online to safeguarding personal information, finances and businesses, our panel will tackle real-world cybersecurity issues and answer your questions.
This isn’t a technical conference. It’s a community conversation designed for parents, professionals, business owners, seniors — and anyone who uses a phone or computer.
Hosted at the Rivian South Coast Theater in Laguna Beach in partnership with LMNTRIX and Rivian.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Registration Through Rivian Theatre Coming Soon!

November Networking and Poppy Appeal
2026-11-12 17:30 - 20:30
Join us once again to raise funds for the British Legion and network with BABCOC members and local business owners.

32nd Annual Christmas Luncheon
2026-12-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Hilton Costa Mesa
“THE BEST BRIT CHRISTMAS PARTY IN CALIFORNIA”.
You’ll enjoy a champagne reception, Santa, Carolers, bagpipes, whisky tasting, vendor shopping, 3 course traditional turkey lunch, DJ Richard Blade, surprise performances, toasts, 12 days of Christmas, silent auction and grand raffle prizes.
