BABC's Visitor Exchange Program

As a truly integrated, transatlantic business organization, BABC would like to call your attention to our J1 Visa Program. Many members have already taken advantage of our Exchange Visitor Program (J1 Visa).

BABC is authorized by the United States Department of State to issue the Certificate of Eligibility necessary to secure a J1 Visa to transfer qualified employees into the United States from the UK and other countries. [READ MORE]

Raising Your Company's Profile

Lately, have you given thought to raising your company's profile and brand awareness among your fellow BABC members?

All of our programs are designed to provide a marketing opportunity, as well as a resource, for our members.

Sponsoring a BABC event can be a great way to promote your company's brand and services. There are a variety of sponsorships available and we are happy to work with you to identify the optimum sponsorships to meet your marketing needs; and to ensure that you get maximum business value from it. [READ MORE]

Get Prepared for Tax Time! Go Global!

The British American Business CouncilŐs stellar panel of international tax experts will allow members to glean valuable business intelligence on recent changes in international tax transactions. As an added value, members will be able to earn two hours of continuing professional credits. Network with your peers at the helm of global companies in the Greater Philadelphia region to share your questions.

The BABC offers members the unique opportunity for face to face interaction with the Associate Chief Counsel (International) at the IRS, Hal Hicks. He is an expert in a wide range of International Tax areas, particularly International M & A, foreign tax credit, inbound and outbound planning and tax controversy matters.

In addition to addressing recent changes, panelists can field questions on formations of joint ventures and partnerships, cross-border transactions, including tax-minimization structures. [READ MORE]

BABC Transatlantic Conference: Go Glasgow!

The 2005 BABC Transatlantic Conference is an international 4-day event that will provide an unrivalled opportunity to participate in an exciting transatlantic business networking event that will focus on providing delegates with information on trading between North America and the United Kingdom. [READ MORE]

Wales and the Greater Philadelphia Area

A delegation of thirteen companies from the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors in Wales, UK, visited Philadelphia on June for BIO 2005 and to explore new business links with the Greater Philadelphia region. [READ MORE]

Member Profile:
Wheatley UK Limited

One of our members, Wheatley UK Limited, has learned the value of BABC membership. Wheatley UK Limited is the UK sister company of Wheatley US Limited, headquartered in Bala Cynwyd just outside Philadelphia. According to Chairman William A. Wheatley, both firms are management consulting firms with an emphasis on problem resolution and disputes resolution for large construction projects around the world. They share an identity as "The Wheatley Companies (SM)." [READ MORE]