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Benefits of Membership 

 

BABC-Y's Mission

The purpose of the British-American Business Association is to encourage business cooperation between the United Kingdom and the United States, in particular by facilitating association among British and American members of the business community of the Yorkshire & Humber Region and by providing an effective organization in which members can work together to further their business interests.

The Membership

From technology firms to banks and hotels, from SMEs to corporate companies BABC-Y's membership reflects the diverse economy of the region, including large US and UK corporations with operations in the Yorkshire and Humber area, as well as many small and medium-sized enterprises.

Why join BABC-Y?

Our members join for a variety of reasons. The primary reason is for Business Development. Networking is the key to business development.

Member Benefits

  • As a member of BABC-Y you gain the benefits of the wider British-American Business Council network, a transatlantic business network of around 3000 companies in 23 major cities throughout North America and the UK.
  • Introduction to British Embassy contacts through face-to-face meeting with industry specific sector person.
  • Trade Information Service: Get your questions answered and identify potential clients, vendors and business partners offered by all the Regional Office of the British American Business Council, to all BABC member companies.
  • Online Membership Directory: Identify and develop business with clients, vendors and business partners in 23 US and UK cities.
  • Promote your company to other BABC chapter members companies throughout North America and the UK, by hyper-linking your listing on the BABC Online Membership Directory to your own site and through banner ads on the BABC-YH web site.
  • Programs featuring a broad range of high-level speakers.
  • Seminars on specialized topics such as: Immigration Law, Transatlantic Anti-Corruption issues, Defence and Security issues, energy and environment issues, Marketing and Human Resources Law.
  • Social events such as: Informal Meals, Formal Lunches, and black-tie Dinners.
  • J-1 Visa Program: Bring qualified employees into the Unites States for training and work experience, in a smooth, swift, and cost-effective way.
  • Expand your business network in 23 key business regions by participating in the BABC's annual transatlantic conference, which bring together leaders and members of all the chapters of the BABC.
  • Regular Newsletters.
  • Emails alerts on a host of topical issues. 
  • Joint programs with other local bilateral associations.
  • Annual "Membership Directory & Resource Guide"
  • Online Member Perks Directory - offer and receive discount benefits from members to members.

 

 

 

Become a Member

At BABC Yorkshire, we offer affordable membersip rates for both business and individual executives looking to raise their profile in North America. We welcome membership applications from all regional businesses with a planned or established link with North America.

Membership rates 2011 British American Business Council Yorkshire:

Corporate Membership           £199 pa + VAT
Individual Membership            £99 pa + VAT

Membership runs for a calendar year. A renewal invoice will be sent to you annually in November. Notice of non renewal must be received in writing by 30 days prior to the due date. Prorated memberships are offered for members joining after the beginning of the year; please contact us to discuss the details.

To enquire regarding a membership please fill in the form below or contact: Email: info@babcyorkshire.org Tel: +44 (0)845 45 999 24

Download BABC-Y Benefits PDF
Download BABC-Y Application Form PDF

Sponsorship

In addition to the extensive opportunities to present yourself and your organisation to other members of the BABC, the British American Business Council provides both members and non-members with the opportunity to sponsor a variety of events and functions. Our programs are extensive, and have included a lunch with the US Ambassador, Trading with the USA Workshop, Working with the Americans Seminar, and several half-day events in conjunction with the Council for American States in Europe.

  • Members of sponsorship vary from annual sponsorship of specific events to non financial support in the form of hosting and speakers
  • Packages vary from £500 to £10,000 depending on the speaker and the event 
  • General sponsorship benefits include: Complimentary tickets to the event; Welcome and thanks by the Chair; VIP reception; Access to the Speaker; Company logo and hyperlink on the BABC events web page; Logo and branding on the invitation, ticket, menu, networking list; Photographs taken with the BABC and VIP Speakers and Business Leaders 

Sponsorship of our event program provides outstanding promotion opportunities to your business. In addition the benefits listed above are non-exhaustive and we are always willing to consider any specific requests you many have.

If you are interested in using the BABC as a platform to promote your business, through sponsorship, then please contact us to discuss how this can be best achieved.

 

 

Email: info@babcyorkshire.org
Tel: +44 (0)845 45 999 24