July 2011
Dear BABC Members and Friends,
I have served as President of the BABC of Greater Philadelphia for the last four years. During that time it has been a pleasure to work with you in support of our mission – promoting increased trade and investment between the UK and Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and [...]
The UK Budget 2011 and Plan for Growth was set forth in a recently released white paper. Sir Alan Collins KCVO CMG Consul-General shared the document with the BABC of Greater Philadelphia and highlighted the British Government’s trade and investment strategy. The information is directly related to the theme of Sir Alan’s speech presented during [...]
If you work in Philadelphia, you can leave work at 5:00 p.m. and have an authentic British meal without crossing the Atlantic by 6:00 p.m. Thanks to Philadelphia’s new restaurant, The Dandelion, you can be transported to England just by visiting this British inspired pub located at 124 South 18th Street, in Center City [...]
The BABC of Greater Philadelphia is pleased to formally announce and welcome our newest members.
Corporate Members:
Archer & Greiner PC
Kenneth E. Ahl
Partner
E: kahl@archerlaw.com
Allen C. Tucci
Partner
E: atucci@acherlaw.com
Brian Lovequist
Director of Marketing
E: blovequist@archerlaw.com
One Liberty Place
1650 Market Street, 32nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
P: 215-963-3300
F: 215-963-9999
www.archerlaw.com
Archer & Greiner is a full service, regional law firm with more than 170 lawyers practicing in [...]
An Important Year for the BABC of Greater Philadelphia
Dear BABC Members,
I am pleased to report more success for the BABC of Greater Philadelphia. The first several busy months of the calendar year have already reaped numerous benefits. We continue to build membership; deliver timely, topical programs; and disseminate valuable information. Recently we participated in two [...]
On Tuesday, April 7, 2011, the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia (BABC) joined the America-Israel Chamber of Commerce, French-American Chamber of Commerce and German-American Chamber of Commerce for a healthcare seminar to discuss the effects of healthcare reform for the global employer.
The panel included: Julie Bartl, Vice President at Johnson Kendall Johnson [...]
On Wednesday, March 23, 2011, the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia (BABC) hosted a reception for Andrew Witty, Chief Executive Officer of GlaxoSmithKline at Philadelphia’s City Hall in conjunction with the Honorable Mayor of Philadelphia, Michael A. Nutter; Oliver St. Clair Franklin, Honorary British Consul; and Select Greater Philadelphia. Immediately following a [...]
On Wednesday, March 23, 2011, the British American Business Council (BABC) of Greater Philadelphia hosted the UK Bribery Act and US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Why Your World Could Change business roundtable breakfast seminar at the Philadelphia Office of Duane Morris.
Over 30 people gathered for this dynamic, informative and timely discussion exploring UK [...]
Dear Members,
Happy New Year. It is with great pride that I continue to serve as President of this prestigious organization. As 2011 gets underway, the BABC will be launching fresh ideas, solidifying our plans for the year, and celebrating a very significant milestone.
Since 1991, the BABC has been promoting increased trade and investment between the [...]
On Thursday, February 3, 2011, the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia joined several other international organizations for a business networking reception with the Governor of Delaware, Jack Markell. The program celebrated the success of the State of Delaware as a destination for international business. Over 200 guests, including leading figures from [...]