BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM:
Why American companies set up in the United Kingdom and how UK Trade & Investment can help.
Join us for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by an informative panel discussion with leaders from UK Trade & Investment and local companies who will provide insight on the steps to having a successful business in the United Kingdom.
Why is the UK one of the leading business locations in the world? How UK Trade & Investment can help you expand your business.Testimonials from North Carolina companies and professionals.
Panelists:
Moderated by: Zachary Zimmerman, Vice Consul, Trade & Investment - UK Trade & Investment
- Dan Marks, Vice Consul, Trade & Investment - UK Trade & Investment
- Suart Baird, Vice Consul, Trade & Investment - UK Trade & Investment
- Jen Leary, Managing Partner, Charlotte Office of CliftonLarsonAllen
- Brent Beason, President - B&W Fiber Glass Inc
- Jeffrey Feagin, Key Account Manager - Virgin Atlantic Airways
Topics of discussion will include:
- registering a business in the UK
- financial support
- tax in the UK
- national Insurance
- intellectual property rights
- skills and recruitment
- locations
- infrastructure development in the UK
- opportunities in industries
- visas and migration
- entrepreneurs and graduates
Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend. This is a great opportunity to meet leaders from some of the regions most influential businesses, institutions and government agencies.
Cost: $35 BABC Members - $45 Non-Members. Includes drink ticket and passed hors d'oeuvres.
Parking: FREE on-street parking where available. Additional parking in the Levine parking garage located in the Duke Tower for $5.
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