Dear BABCPHL Members and Friends,
Happy New Year! I hope 2018 is off to a great start. I am pleased to report the BABCPHL closed the last quarter of the calendar year with educational forums featuring leading business executives who discussed timely topics such as cybersecurity and Brexit. In December we were joined by Mayor Kenney in welcoming the new Consul-General, Antony Phillipson to Philadelphia during our signature annual holiday luncheon.
During the coming weeks and months we are executing more than a half dozen programs related to pressing global business matters; young tech entrepreneurs; and UK cultural events throughout our region. While the majority of our programs are business oriented, we offer British culture and entertainment related activities as well. All BABCPHL events are valuable opportunities to meet members, network across sectors, and showcase your business or service offerings.
It is our job to promote the trade and investment relationship between the UK and the Greater Philadelphia region. Our Chapter’s jurisdiction includes Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and the State of Delaware. Within this geography we are honored to work closely and to collaborate with regional and UK government officials, and other international institutions.
As you read through this newsletter you will find a recap of our recent past activities and upcoming events in which our members may participate, as well as feature articles published by or about our members. We look forward to seeing and hearing from you often this calendar year.
Sincerely,
Michael J. Pedrick
President, British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia
