Date: Wednesday 8 September 2010
Time: 3.30pm - 6.30pm (Doors from 3.00pm)
Venue: UHY Hacker Young LLP, Quadrant House, 4 Thomas More Square, London, E1W 1YW
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Cost: Premier Plus Member: £42.00, Local and Non-Members: £89.00       
Hosted by: 


 
In conjunction with:  
   

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From 1 January 2010 substantial changes to the EU Cross-border VAT rules were introduced, with further change and implementation scheduled from January 2011 onwards. To comply with the new rules, businesses must make fundamental changes to their VAT accounting and reporting process.

If your business is involved in cross-border supplies of services, either as a supplier or recipient, then the changes to the EU Cross-border VAT rules will affect your business.

Whether your business has already assessed the extent to which these changes will impact your business and is acting accordingly OR your business is yet to address the changes at all and reclaim VAT incurred in another EU country, come and take the opportunity to have your questions and concerns addressed by our expert speakers, and relay your experiences and feedback.

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For more information please contact:
Emma Yeats, T: +44 (0) 207 203 1826, E: eyeats@londonchamber.co.uk
Marlotte van Dael, T: +44 (0) 207 203 1823, E: wtadmin@londonchamber.co.uk 

Changing Places is our series of monthly networking receptions, regularly attended by our
members.  These events are held at a different venue each month, so wherever you are based, you are likely to find one held at a venue near you.  The events are complimentary for members and include a welcome drink on arrival and canapes throughout the event.

Our Host Venue
MIC is a social enterprise providing quality budget hotel services and meeting facilities.  The business supports international and home students studying in London, providing affordable accommodation in a multi-cultural, multi-faith environment.

Members are welcome to bring a non-member guest to Changing Places Networking Receptions.  Please note that non-member guests are only able to attend ONE Changing Places Networking Reception per year.  If they wish to attend more than this, they will need to join the London Chamber of Commerce.

Venue:  MIC Hotel and Conference Centre, Euston House, 81-103 Euston Street, London NW1 2EZ 
Time:  6.00pm - 8.00pm
Sponsor:
    

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Join us at our next Security focused event to hear from and put your questions to our guest speaker. These events are designed to help you expand your network of contacts and promote your business to a targeted industry sector in a relaxed setting.

Speaker:  Sir Ian Andrews, Chair, Serious Organised Crime Agency
Venue:  Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill, 30 Portman Square, London W1H 7BH
Time:  6.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact:  Kelly Yates on +44 (0)20 7203 1870
Premier Plus Member:  £54.00
Local Member:  £78.00
Non-member:  £102.00

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Speaker: Mishal Husain, News Presenter, BBC1's News at Ten and BBC World News
Venue:  Johnnie Walker Music Room at the Caledonian Club, 9 Halkin Street, Belgravia, London SW1X 7DR
Time:  11.30am - 2.45pm
Contact:  Jenny Crouch on +44 (0)20 7203 1874
Sponsor:

    

Premier Plus Member:  £93.00
Local and Affiliate Member:  £114.00
Non-member:  £138.00

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Lagos and Accra
Dates: 3-13 October 2010
Closing Date for Applications: 14 July 2010

There are excellent opportunities for UK companies in Nigeria and Ghana. Key areas of opportunity are: education and training, construction, telecommunications, infrastructure, energy, oil and gas, mining and mineral processing, agriculture and aid-funded business.

Sponsored by: Guaranty Trust Bank Plc

 

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For further information contact Annabel Fogden, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1967, E: afogden@londonchamber.co.uk

Walking into a room full of strangers can be daunting for most people - even "seasoned" networkers!  For many people it is the fear of networking at events that stops them networking at all.  In fact, whilst attending events is only a small part of networking, it is a great way to expand and diversify our networks, gather information and raise our profile.

The how to "work a room" surgery aims to remove some of these barriers by providing some focus for attending events, examining the "risks" involved, as well as how to reduce and manage them and improving confidence with some practical tools and tips.

Workshop leader:  Stephanie Peckham, Networking Specialist, Smarter Networking
Venue:  33 Queen Street EC4R 1AP
Time:  5.45pm - 8.30pm
Contact:  Jenny Crouch on +44 (0)20 7203 1874
Premier Plus Member:  £66.00
Local Member:  £102.00
Non-member:  £150.00

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Sports Industry and Beyond
Date: 7 October 2010, 2.00-6.00pm
Venue: Central London (tbc)
Cost: Premier Plus Members and Members of Brazilian Chamber of Commerce: £42.00, Local and Non-Members: £89.00

Official Partner:

As one of the world's most rapidly developing economies, with a GDP per head greater than either India or China, Brazil is simply too big a market to ignore.  It is the 10th largest economy in the world, on course to becoming the 5th one in the next 10-15 years, and is expected to grow 7% in 2010.

Brazil has a broad and sophisticated industrial base and the government continues its programme of privatisation and deregulation. With the World Cup in 2014 and Olympics 2016 both being hosted in the country, major investments will be made on infrastructure projects, which spells opportunity for British expertise in a wide variety of sectors.

Join us to learn more about how to tap into the vast opportunities in this market.

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For more information contact Sabina Alziati, E: salziati@londonchamber.co.uk, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1822

Date: Monday 11 October 2010
Time: 3.30pm - 7.00pm
Venue: The British Library Business and IP Centre, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DB
Nearest Stations: Kings Cross, Euston
Cost: Premier Plus Members: £42.00, Local and Non-Members: £89.00
Supported by:

1.9 billion people are now online, that's 25% of the world's population, can your business afford not to have your website internationalised for the global market?

This event will provide essential information on:

• Relevant international content for showcasing products overseas
• How to localise your product information for target markets via language and professional translators
• Effective ways to promote your business using social network sites, Google add words and online directories

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For further information contact Ruma Deb, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1949, E: rdeb@londonchamber.co.uk
   

Interested in supplying to this company?  Attend this highly informative briefing and networking reception to find out how.

This event will enable you to learn about Diageo's procurement and purchasing policies, get inside knowledge on the culture of the company, ask any questions directly to the Head of Global Procurement and raise your profile so you move one step closer to securing profitable contacts for your business.

Diageo Global procurement is responsible for purchasing all the goods and services for Diageo, from capital equipment, new information systems and packaging materials to Point Of Sale material and event sponsorships.

Speaker:  John Dickson, Head of Global Procurement, Diageo
Venue:  LCCI, 33 Queen Street, London EC4R 1AP
Time:  5.45pm for 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact:  Kelly Yates on +44 (0)20 7203 1870
Premier Plus Member:  £60.00
Local Member:  £90.00
Non-member:  £119.00

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Hangzhou and Shanghai EXPO   
Dates: 18 - 22 October 2010
Closing Date for Applications: 14 September - deadline extended, limited places available
Supported by:

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Lead by the London Chamber of Commerce's Chief Executive, Colin Stanbridge,  participants will be introduced to Chinese business leaders, have exclusive access to key business contacts and forge relationships at events linked to the EXPO.

The EXPO is an exciting stage for business growth and development and London businesses should take advantage of this unique trade mission to pursue unparalleled growth in China during the EXPO period. 

This trade mission is free to join and will provide you with the opportunity to entertain clients at a networking reception in Hangzhou hosted by Zhejiang Chamber of Commerce, raise your market presence and increase your client base at events hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai.

For further information contact Ruma Deb, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1949, E: rdeb@londonchamber.co.uk

Date: Wednesday 27 October
Time: 9.00am - 1.30pm
Venue: The City Marketing Suite, City of London, PO Box 270, Guildhall, London EC2P 2EJ
Cost: Premier Plus members: £42.00, Local and Non-Members: £89.00
Keynote Speaker: Rt Hon Lord Mayor of London

The UK is the world's leading financial centre, with an unrivalled concentration of capital and capabilities. This means more overseas financial institutions choose to do business with the UK than with any other country.

There are several markets, including the growing BRIC economies, where new business potential for UK financial services is particularly significant. Getting an early foot in the door of new and emerging markets is the key to excelling internationally.

Attend this seminar to hear from the experts about how to seize opportunities in these emerging markets.

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Details currently being finalised. To register you interest please contact Sabina Alziati, E: salziati@londonchamber.co.uk, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1822.

with HE Norman Ling, British Ambassador to Ethiopia
Date: Wednesday 3 November 2010
Time: 9.30 - 2pm
Venue: Embassy of The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, London
Nearest Stations: Knightsbridge and High Street Kensington
Cost: Premier Plus Members: £42.00, Local and Non-Members: £89.00
Supported by: Embassy of The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, London

Five times the size of the United Kingdom and with a population of 79 million people, Ethiopia is currently the fastest growing non-oil producing country in Africa, boasting GDP growth of 10% per annum over the last seven years.

This event will focus on business and investment opportunities in Ethiopia and highlight the trade opportunities in East Africa with key speakers and contacts from the region.

Details are still being finalised, to register your interest or for more information contact Ruma Deb, T:+44 (0) 20 7203 1949, E: rdeb@londonchamber.co.uk.

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Interested in supplying to the City of London?  Attend this highly informative briefing and networking reception to find out how.

Meet Steve Atkins, Exchequer and Business Support Director, and learn about the City of London's procurement and purchasing policies, get inside knowledge on the culture of the organisation and raise your profile so that you can move one step closer to securing profitable contracts for your business.

As might be anticipated for an organisation that provides a wide range of services, procurement matches this in its diversity with a large number and variety of supplies and services being purchased.

Speaker:  Steve Atkins, Exchequer and Business Support Director, City of London
Venue:  LCCI, 33 Queen Street, EC4R 1AP
Time:  5.45pm for 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact:  Kelly Yates on +44 (0)20 7203 1870
Premier Plus Member:  £60.00
Local Member:  £90.00
Non-member:  £119.00

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Open to Asian and non Asian businesses, between 60-90 guests will attend this event from a variety of industry sectors including:  professional services, IT, marketing, media, property, leisure and tourism, recruitment and training, transport and logistics and importers and exporters.

Venue:  ICEBAR LONDON, 31-33 Heddon Street, Mayfair, London W1B 4BN
Time:  6.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact:  Jenny Crouch on +44 (0)20 7203 1874
Sponsor:

     
   
Premier Plus Member:  £69.00
Local and Affiliate Member:  £96.00
Non-member:  £126.00

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