BritishAmerican Business

Last Monday, BritishAmerican Business hosted The Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer, on her first US trip as Chancellor for a fireside discussion on women in finance, moderated by Gillian Tett, Chair of the Editorial Board and Editor-at-Large, Financial Times. In her remarks, the Chancellor emphasized the importance of supporting and promoting current and rising women in leadership roles in finance, as well as the UK government’s goal to make the UK an even more attractive place to invest and do business. This session was kindly hosted by Fitch Group, Inc. at Hearst Tower, with opening remarks from Paul Taylor, CEO, Fitch Group and Hannah Young Young, HM Consul General to New York, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.   With thanks to our members in the financial and professional service industries for attending.

From trade mission opportunities to company case studies, the UK Business and Trade - North America LinkedIn channel showcases export/investment successes, policy updates and business tools tailored for the US, Canada and UK audiences.   As part of their mission to support businesses to invest, grow and export, their Expand Your Business in the UK digital service is designed to answer common questions that new foundational investors have about expanding their business to the UK with five multiple-choice questions.   Follow their page to learn more about the UK-North America trade relationship and to unlock the potential of the UK market for your business.    #BABSpotlight

Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire recently led a delegation of businesses to Nashville, Huntsville, New Hampshire and Boston, to develop partnerships, explore opportunities for collaboration, and showcase the strengths of West Yorkshire’s Health, Space and the Creative sectors. The trip resulted in the signing of a HealthTech Bridge between Nashville and West Yorkshire. Discover more about the mission here: https://lnkd.in/ey4en78E   West Yorkshire is a £67 billion regional economy (USD 87 billion) at the heart of the UK, with international strengths in advanced manufacturing, health and life sciences, creative and digital, and the financial and professional services sectors.     The US is a key partner for West Yorkshire for both trade and inward investment. Bilateral trade in goods and services between West Yorkshire and the US is worth £4.6 billion, and major US companies like Cummins, Cognizant and Coca-Cola are together investing billions in West Yorkshire, creating thousands of jobs.    Find out more by contacting business@westyorks-ca.gov.uk or by visiting https://lnkd.in/ga-pUjC  #BABSpotlight

BAB CEO Duncan Edwards quoted in today's The New York Times on what businesses are looking for in the UK's upcoming budget. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g-DvCpkA

Georgia, USA is the heart of the southeastern United States, a region outpacing the country in investment and job growth. Home to over 450 British-owned businesses, the state is proud to partner with BritishAmerican Business! Leading the nation in critical logistics infrastructure, Georgia is home to the world's busiest and most efficient airport, two deep-water ports, and the longest road network in the US, coupled with a growing workforce population and a robust international business community of over 3,000 internationally-owned facilities, Georgia is your company's gateway to North America. With a low cost of living, Georgia has something for everyone, from beaches and mountains to sports and entertainment – including football! The state is the future home of US Soccer and will host eight World Cup matches in 2026. Considering U.S. expansion? Already a Georgia company and want to connect? Reach out to Georgia’s International Investment team (Georgia Department of Economic Development) and learn more here: www.georgia.org #BABSpotlight

BAB CEO Duncan Edwards joined CNBC Squawkbox on Friday to discuss the US Presidential #Election and its impact on transatlantic trade and investment. https://lnkd.in/e4cjMEpb

Yesterday evening, BAB hosted a reception welcoming Alastair Borthwick, Chief Financial Officer, Bank of America, as its Chairman and Sean Doyle, Chairman and CEO of British Airways, as its Vice Chairman, following its Annual Meeting. Tamra Eker, Managing Director, BritishAmerican Business, welcomed Board members, Advisory Board members and guests in attendance, and thanked outgoing Chair, Gavin Patterson, for his service.

After what seems like an endless wait, the US Election and UK Budget are finally upon us! The latest update from our CEO Duncan Edwards is now available to read online: https://lnkd.in/eNeRjYkB

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Companies from around the globe invest in Ohio, and the United Kingdom accounts for 11% of the state’s international establishments. Why do companies from the UK choose Ohio?     In Ohio, businesses across diverse industries grow quickly without unexpected hurdles, and employees enjoy a lifestyle they’ve always imagined. BAB member JobsOhio, Ohio’s economic development corporation, supports business growth by helping companies navigate local, regional, and state partners.      In addition to financial incentives, companies that partner with JobsOhio have access to construction-ready sites, workforce development programs, and a world-class innovation ecosystem.     Learn how companies worldwide make Ohio their competitive advantage and explore JobsOhio's programs and services here: https://lnkd.in/eXU-xGT9  #BABSpotlight