Stephen Wares President, BABC Northern California
VP Business Development |
| Dear Members and Friends of the BABC, Summer has arrived and appropriately, as so many folks are away on leave, it is a time when our focus on events turns to more casual and social networking gatherings and we have plenty of opportunities for those coming up.
Mostly recently, on June 12th, it was “Afternoon Tea for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee” that brought us together, held in partnership with the Saint Andrew’s Society. 200 guests joined us in the Crown Room at the Fairmont in San Francisco to commemorate the occasion with our friends at Penfolds providing both Champagne and Wine – thank you Penfolds!. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the event and it was great to see so many of them dressed up in true Ascot style with fancy frocks and fascinators, top hats and tails and Highland Dress. Congratulations to all the Raffle Prize Winners, Best dressed Lady and Gent and winners of the Royal British Trivia Quiz which my table actually won with the help of my guests. See the previous events section below for some awesome photos. Upcoming, on June 29th, we are back in-person at Werqwise in San Francisco for the 66th Annual General Meeting of BABC Northern California. Join us for some pre- and post- event networking and get caught up as we reflect on the activities or your organization over the past year and vote in the 2022-2024 Board of Directors. It is you, our members, that vote for the Directors and so if you have not had a chance to complete your ballot yet, please do so. You can register to attend here. The event, thanks to Werqwise, in their San Francisco location.
SAVE THE DATE! Friday, December 9th, 2022 at the Fairmont – the 59th Annual BABC Christmas Luncheon. Tickets and tables will go on sale soon. To express your early interest in reserving a table, please contact Jo Healey at jhealey@babcsf.org. We have a few sponsorship opportunities available:
Gold Sponsor - $5,500 Silver Sponsor - $4,500 Bronze Sponsor - $3,500
All sponsorships come with a table of 10, closest to the stage, premium wine, and promotional opportunities before and during the event.
Finally, it is great to see so many new and renewing members! Thank you for your participation in the BABC Northern California.
Sincerely, Stephen Wares BABC President |
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Joe White, MBE Tech Envoy to the US & British Consul General San Francisco |
| Dear BABC Members,
Most of you are well aware that we celebrated Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this month. Marking this incredible accomplishment and shining example of a woman in power is an honour and an opportunity. There are so many incredible women in positions of influence in the Bay Area and across the Northwest patch in tech, government, and business. Some are trailblazers in their field and others set the modern standard for equity and foster the contributions and attitudes of the next generation. The Consulate holds inclusion and empowerment of diverse voices at the core of our work, and we’re proud to point to such an emblematic example of female leadership as we serve Her Majesty’s government in San Francisco.
The San Francisco Consulate Queen's Jubilee reception at the beginning of the month set the tone for enthusiasm across the Bay Area to see the Queen centre stage. We raised over $1,000 for the British Benevolent Society, enjoyed fish and chips, whisky and gin, and reflected on the influence of the British American community in California. We also lit up City Hall and raised the union flag at San Francisco City Hall, where the mayor proclaimed British Heritage Day.
Our Deputy Consul General, Tammy Sandhu, MBE, attended the BABC and Saint Andrew's Society of San Francisco's Afternoon Tea celebration of the Queen’s Jubilee on Sunday, June 12, 2022, which I heard was a stunning tribute to the greater part of a century on the throne. Your dedication to the British American relationship is noticed and appreciated.
June also mark’s London Tech Week, which I will be attending in person as I continue to strengthen the bridge between the UK and the Bay. And, of course, June is Pride Month. An LGBT+ trade mission of diverse founders will be visiting after a stop in Houston, with Minister Freer, to explore the opportunities found in a tech ecosystem based in one of the most diverse and open markets in the world.
The Platinum Pudding was announced last month, a beautiful lemon amoretti trifle, which I highly encourage you all to try at home as we mark seventy years of Queen Elizabeth II. Joe White MBE Tech Envoy to the US & British Consul General San Francisco |
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BABC 66TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING |
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BABC members are invited to join us on Wednesday, June 29th, 2022 at Werqwise, San Francsico for the 66th Annual General Meeting of the BABC Northern California to vote in the 2022-2023 Board of Directors, reflect on the activities of the BABC Northern California over the past year and mix and mingle with your fellow members!
Immediately following the Annual General Meeting will be a Member Appreciation Reception. Complimentary for members. Non-Members are invited to join us to learn about the BABC and how our organization may be able to help you. Non-Member tickets are $35 each. Should a non-member join on the evening of the AGM, a credit of $35 will be applied to your membership dues. |
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DATE: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2022 |
| TIME: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM PRE-AGM NETWORKING 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM AGM 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM MEMBER APPRECIATION RECEPTION |
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS EUROPEAN SUMMER MIXER 2022 |
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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 WilmerHale for hosting the event.
Members of other European Chambers of Commerce can register at this Eventbrite page.
We expect this event to sell out fast so register now to avoid disappointment! |
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DATE: WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022 |
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BUSINESS NETWORKING: WINE, BEER AND BUSINESS BANTER - SAN MATEO |
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Join us on the last Tuesday of every other month for some in-person business networking at Premier Member Werqwise.
Each gathering will alternate between Werqwise San Francisco and Werqwise San Mateo.
$25 - BABC Members $35 - Non-Members
Wine, Beer and Nibbles included.
If your company would like to sponsor this event, please contact Jo Healey. |
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DATE: TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2022 |
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AFTERNOON TEA TO CELEBRATE THE QUEEN'S PLATINUM JUBILEE |
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On Sunday, June 12th, 2022 the BABC Northern California and the Saint Andrew’s Society of San Francisco came together at the Fairmont San Francisco for our Afternoon Tea to Celebrate for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. With around 200 guests in attendance, it is fair to say the event was a smashing success. And in true British style, there was plenty of fancy frocks, kilts, hats and fascinators, as well as debonair tops and tails!
There are so many people to thank starting with all of you who joined us on the day. Thank you. It was delightful to have you join us to celebrate this momentous occasion.
To our Raffle, Quiz and Best Dressed Donors: A massive shout out! Your contributions made the day extra special for all of our guests. Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to everyone who purchased raffle tickets supporting the Saint Andrew’s Society Foundation.
And of course, a huge thank you to all of our sponsors and donors for bringing this event to life: Australian American Chamber of Commerce, Baked Blooms, British Benevolent Society, Classic Girl, Crown & Crumpet, Downtown Medical Group, Florin Pensions, The G Spa San Francisco, Global Saint Andrews, Hinman & Carmichael LLP, Kathleen Kimura MBE and Kozo Kimura, Kearsley, Meg White, Saint Andrew’s Society of San Francisco, Scottish Development International, sjDANCEco, Timothy Oulton, Walkers Shortbread, William Glen & Son, and Withersworldwide.
Check out all the event photos here! |
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DOWNLOAD OSBORNE CLARKE'S LATEST REPORT |
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Osborne Clarke has released its comprehensive report, in partnership with the European Company Lawyers Association (ECLA) on the challenges and opportunities of data-driven business models and the role that in-house legal teams play in the implementation.
Download the full report here. |
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NEW REPORT: GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION COLLABORATION IN SILICON VALLEY |
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We are pleased to enclose a new report from the Bay Area Council Economic Institute: Innovation Platform: The Future of Global Innovation and Technology Collaboration in the San Francisco/Silicon Valley Bay Area.
The region is home to a vast array of internationally headquartered entities – consulates, universities and science organizations, corporate innovation offices and research centers, venture funds, sovereign wealth funds, and accelerators – that connect the Bay Area’s economy with the world and contribute to innovation-led growth globally.
The full report can be accessed on the Economic Institute’s website here. |
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UK GROWTH CAPITAL MARKET STILL RUNNING HOT |
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2021 was a phenomenal year for the UK’s growth capital market. Investment activity not only surpassed that seen in 2020 – a year obviously impacted by pandemic concerns – but also that of previous years, breaking all recent records. In Moore Kingston Smith’s round-up of 2021, they questioned whether this level of activity would continue, given there were some economic ill winds on the horizon, but the answer is that it has continued in Q1 2022.
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ARE YOU 'DESTINED' FOR EXPLOSIVE GROWTH? |
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Why are we in business? Is it to make money? Yes. Is it to enjoy a livelihood we are passionate about? Naturally. Is it to leave a lasting legacy for our family? Absolutely.
But what about just for the sheer glee of it? The joy of starting something, and growing it, seeing it take shape, and witnessing it become something bigger than anything we ever could’ve imagined. As a businessperson, that’s often the part that gets you really excited, right? It’s that creation, nurturing, and of course, growth that often drives business owners.
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BANK OF THE WEST: 7 CLASSIC AMERICAN ROAD TRIPS EXPATS WILL LOVE |
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These seven classic routes will take you through some of the country’s most celebrated locales, from National Parks to eccentric roadside tourist traps.
The road trips range from week-long adventures to leisurely day trips, so no matter how much time you have, here are some great options for getting a car’s-eye view of the US.
Check out Bank of the Wests seven favorite road trips for expats ready to get to know the country on the open road here. |
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RAPHAEL HOUSE'S ANNUAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE |
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Raphael House needs the support of our community to help our students start the school year prepared and confident!
Low-income families living paycheck-to-paycheck must prioritize essentials like rent and groceries, and often struggle to purchase school supplies. Raphael House’s annual Back-To-School Drive provides children with the necessary new supplies to succeed in school and provides parents some relief on their expenses.
Help us meet our goal of providing backpacks for 200 students and $5,000 for our Back-to-School Fund! We know we can do it with your help! |
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SURF AIR'S PRE-SUMMER SALE ENDING SOON |
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The Surf Air Pre-summer Sale ends in a week on Thursday June 30th, 2022. For a limited time, get a complimentary charter flight when you purchase Surf Air Credit.
Details: - Purchase at least $35,000 of Surf Air Credit (plus annual membership dues of $2,388).
- Enjoy your first charter flight complimentary (max limit of 10% of your total Surf Air Credit purchased). For example, if you place $100,000 of credit on your account, you'll get a complimentary charter for up to $10,000.
- Other charter perks include: guaranteed aircraft availability, no blackout dates, complimentary recovery, dedicated concierge, bespoke experience, transparent pricing, access to empty legs and instant booking.
- Fly on your own terms. Once you purchase Surf Air Credit, use your credit to fly whenever you want.
You don't have to use the complimentary flight immediately. You can let us know whenever you're ready to start flying. If interested, contact Adam Wilson at 310-801-3589 | adam.wilson@surfair.com |
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BRITISHAMERICAN BUSINESS NEWS AND UPDATES |
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Is a Hurricane Coming? BAB CEO Update - June 2022
Having been in London a few weeks ago I was all set to write my June newsletter to BAB members when news of the Conservative party confidence vote disrupted my thought processes. Boris Johnson has survived, for now at least. With a win as narrow as this, the usual outcome in the UK is a change, either now or soon.
As far as I know, no Prime Minister has received such a low level of support and gone on to survive but Boris seems to have a remarkable ability to get through scrapes that would be terminal for others.
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| Duncan Edwards Chief Executive Officer BritishAmerican Business |
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Rebuilding the Bridge: Recommendations for a Strong UK-EU Economic Corridor
BAB has published its latest white paper, “Rebuilding the Bridge: Recommendations for a Strong UK-EU Economic Corridor.”
The paper is being released at a pivotal moment, as tension over the Northern Ireland Protocol has cast uncertainty over the future direction of UK-EU trade and economic cooperation.
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Taking the Next Step – A Plan of Action for US-UK Trade Cooperation Following the UK-US Trade Dialogues
BAB has also published its latest policy paper “Taking the Next Step: A plan of action for US-UK trade cooperation following the US-UK Trade Dialogues.”
Building on the discussions held in Baltimore and Aberdeen earlier this year, the paper offers pragmatic recommendations to advance US-UK collaboration on Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), digital trade, green trade, and supply chains.
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WORLD PREMIERE OF UK DOCUMENTARY "DONNA" AT FRAMELINE FILM FESTIVAL IN SF |
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We are delighted to share information about the World Premiere of a UK film at Frameline Film Festival in San Francisco on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at The Castro Theatre, with a VIP event at Beaux afterwards.
DONNA is a documentary feature film by Welsh filmmaker Jay Bedwani who makes his home both in Cardiff and the Bay Area. We are proud of this prestigious screening as the World Premiere of the film; it is one of only four UK features at the festival and the only one of these to have a world premiere. The SF Chronicle recently added DONNA to their list of films you can’t miss at Frameline. The film in an intimate portrait of a San Francisco icon – Donna Personna, a trans activist, performer, raconteur and all-around personality. He hopes your members will find the UK film about a SF personality is a lovely reinforcement of the UK-San Fran ties. |
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DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2022 |
| TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:34 PM |
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
Phoebe Archbell |
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WITH THANKS TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS |
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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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