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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: UK Expats | All you need to know about Tax\, Immigration\, Banking\, and UK Pensions
DESCRIPTION:October 9th | 5pm – 8pm \nLocation: Newport Beach Yacht Club \n \nPresented by Currencies Direct. Whether you are new to Orange County 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. \nThis is your chance to get your questions answered from a panel of experts in currency transfer\, tax\, immigration law\, banking and UK pensions. You will also get a chance to connect with people who are in similar situations as yourself. \nJoin us at the Newport Beach Yacht Club for some in-person networking at 5:00pm. The panel session will begin at 6:30pm. Complimentary hor d’oeuvres and one drink ticket included. \nMEET THE PANELISTS: \nSimon Plumb\, Currencies Direct\, Foreign exchange specialists.\nCurrencies Direct offers an integrated foreign exchange and international payment solution.\nSince its formation in 1996\, Currencies Direct has seen dynamic growth based on a determination to overcome boundaries and provide value and innovation in the foreign exchange arena. Our mission is to provide ease and expertise for our customers\, both private and corporate\, who want to trade and travel overseas. \nThat’s what Money without frontiers is all about. \nEmma Cockerton is co-founder and CEO of Florin Pensions LLC\, a US based investment advisory firm specializing in helping people in the US with their UK pensions. With only British expatriate advisers working at Florin\, Florin is well placed to help its clients make sense of their UK pensions and provide local pensions and investment advice before and during retirement. Florin is headquartered in San Francisco\, but advises clients across the US. \nPrior to Florin\, Emma worked in London as an Executive Director in the risk management function of GE Capital EMEA. She started her career as an UK attorney/solicitor working as a Senior Associate with Ashurst LLP\, a multinational law firm based in London. \nMitch Wexler\, Fragomen. As the Managing Partner of Fragomen’s Irvine\, Los Angeles and San Diego offices\, Mitch represents high net worth foreign nationals (E-2\, L-1\, EB5)\, foreign students\, start ups\, mid cap and large multi nationals in their immigration matters. He specializes in self sponsoring green card applications in various elite categories including extraordinary ability\, national interest waivers and outstanding researchers. Securing critical foreign national talent in a timely manner can be a vexing challenge for employers. At Fragomen\, we specialize in solving these challenges. Mitch is a California State Bar certified specialist in immigration and nationality law . Practicing immigration law exclusively for 32 years\, Mitch serves on Fragomen’s Executive Committee. \n  \n \nJohn Apuzzo\, CPA. International Tax Leader / Partner at MGO. When collaborating with my clients\, I leverage deep technical tax knowledge built during 25 years of public accounting experience. My key strengths are helping clients gain a perspective of the global picture — and focus on the vital details — to deliver lasting results. Through corporate tax planning\, international tax restructuring\, and business valuations\, I help my clients navigate complex foreign tax jurisdictions.I also help individuals and family offices close the gap between themselves and their cross-border activities. Through income tax and estate transfer tax minimization solutions\, I strive to deliver financial strength and stability. \n \nSyed Rizvi is a seasoned Wealth Relationship Manager with a strong background in international banking\, wealth management\, and financial strategy development. With extensive experience at HSBC\, Syed has managed high-net-worth client portfolios\, delivering comprehensive solutions in banking\, investment\, and insurance. His expertise spans financial analysis\, credit solutions\, asset management\, and business development\, focusing on expat financial needs and international banking strategies. Known for his ethical leadership\, Syed has successfully grown client portfolios and led teams to excellence\, earning recognition for his contributions to the financial services industry. \nSome of the questions you will have answered: \nUK PENSIONS: \n\nCan I transfer a UK pension plan to the United States?\nWhat options should I have in the UK to draw income from my pension at retirement?\nWhat has happened to the UK’s Lifetime Allowance Tax Charge?\n\nINTERNATIONAL TAX & ESTATE PLANNING: \n\nDo I have to declare my worldwide assets and/or worldwide income when I file my tax return?\nI will only stay in the US for a short period of time; can I claim some tax back when I leave?\nI want to transfer some money from Europe to my US bank account; do I have to declare something\n\nIMMIGRATION: \n\nNow that I’m here\, how quickly can I get a Green Card?\nHow difficult is it to change employers?\n\nTickets FREE to BABC-OC Members \nNon-Members – $20 \nInclude lite bites plus one drink ticket \nNewport Beach Yacht Club \nThank you to our event sponsors Currencies Direct \nBUY TICKETS HERE 
URL:https://babcoc.org/babcoc-events/panel-discussion-uk-expats-all-you-need-to-know-about-tax-immigration-banking-and-uk-pensions/
LOCATION:Newport Beach Yacht Club
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SUMMARY:BBB Orange County Torch Award for Ethics
DESCRIPTION:The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics is a program that publicly recognizes local businesses that demonstrate a commitment to ethical business practices. This award celebrates the people within the businesses who promote great values\, maintain excellent customer service\, and dedicate themselves to doing the right thing. This Award is the highest honor BBB bestows upon a company. \nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 \nHilton Irvine  |  Crystal Ballroom\n18800 MacArthur Blvd. | Irvine\, CA 92612 \n11:00 a.m. Registration and Networking\n11:45 a.m. Doors Open\n12:00 p.m. Event Begins\n2:00 p.m. Event Ends \nREGISTER
URL:https://babcoc.org/babcoc-events/bbb-orange-county-torch-award-for-ethics/
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach Film Festival 25th Anniversay
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1999\, the Newport Beach Film Festival has emerged as the largest international cinema event in coastal Southern California\, attracting over 56\,000 attendees to Orange County\, CA. \nThe Community Outreach Program was created with the idea that film offers new perspectives and possibilities for a changing world. Each year\, the Festival partners with over 40 non-profit organizations and pairs each philanthropic organization with a film that aligns with their mission. The Festival gives non-profit organizations a forum to voice their message to large audiences and spread awareness of their organization and mission through the medium of film. Areas of focus include the arts\, health and human services\, the environment\, education\, children’s causes\, seniors’ and veterans’ programs\, and alumni clubs. \nOctober 17th – 24th 2024 \nNewport Beach California
URL:https://babcoc.org/babcoc-events/newport-beach-film-festival-25th-anniversay/
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SUMMARY:Chapman University's Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship Event - "Show Her The Money"
DESCRIPTION:Please join our friends at The Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship us for the official launch of WomenEntrepreneurs@Chapman\, a female founder’s group. They  are hosting an inspiring evening with a special screening of the film\, Show Her the Money to spotlight the challenges female founders face in securing venture capital. \n  \nEvent Details \nDate: Thursday\, October 24\, 2024\nTime: \n\n6:00 pm – Reception on the Digital Media Arts Center patio\n7:00 pm – Movie Screening\n8:30 pm – Panel with Q&A\n\nLocation: Digital Media Arts Center (DMAC)\, Chapman University\nAddress: 220 N. Cypress St\, Orange\, CA 92869 \n  \nWhy Attend?\nWomen founders receive under 3% of all venture capital funding. Show Her the Money brings this issue to the forefront\, educating allies on how they can support female entrepreneurs. Following the screening\, engage with industry leaders during our panel discussion to explore actionable solutions. \n  \nSponsors: \n\nThe Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship – Chapman University\nOctane OC – Women Leaders of Octane\nSilicon Valley Bank\nToronto Stock Exchange\nCerraCap Cares\nOrange County Startup Council\nTCA Venture Group\nNorth County Community College District\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to connect\, learn\, and be part of a movement to change the landscape for women entrepreneurs. Space is limited\, so please reserve your seat NOW! \n  \nR S V P  \n  \nAlso\, if you are a female founder and would like more information on WomenEntrepreneurs@Chapman\, go here: \nWomenEntrepreneurs@Chapman | Chapman University
URL:https://babcoc.org/babcoc-events/chapman-universitys-leatherby-center-for-entrepreneurship-event-show-her-the-money/
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SUMMARY:2024 Rugby Tens
DESCRIPTION:Southern California 2024\n\n\n\n\nTHE SERIES\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the launch of “The Series”\, the elite rugby events that take place in October in California\, over 4 exhilarating weeks of 10s competition. \nThe Rugby Tens global franchises field their Men and Women teams and are joined by the regional franchise\, San Diego Legion\, from US Major League Rugby. \nTeams compete every week for Mixed-Play Divisions Trophies (MXP)\, and add points towards the Men and Women Divisions and the Series Franchise Finals on October 26. The Franchise Series and The Championship (November 23-30) award an incredible $1 Million in prizes across all franchises. \nThe Divisions of Men\, Women and Mixed-Play will guarantee that extra layer of excitement and unpredictability that the Rugby Tens matches always bring. \nJoin us to watch awesome rugby and play FlagX at the breaks with Perry Baker. \n\n\n \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://babcoc.org/babcoc-events/2024-rugby-tens/
LOCATION:San Juan Capistrano
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