Business Lunch in Zurich on 24th October 2013 with Dr. Anton Thalmann, Former Swiss Ambassador to the UK
Having just retired as Ambassador of Switzerland to the United Kingdom, Dr. Thalmann will look back at his years in London and share his views on the developments in the UK during his time in office, as well as on the evolution of the bilateral relationship. Dr. Thalmann joined the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in 1977 and has held high-ranking posts in the fields of economics and international security. The lunch will take place at the Zunfthaus zur Meisen in Zurich.
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The Future of Swiss Banking: Challenges and Opportunities
Strong financial centres, ever-increasing banking regulation, a complex relationship with the EU – the UK and Switzerland are facing similar challenges. The two countries, however, have chosen different ways of addressing them. Patrick Odier, Chairman of the Swiss Bankers Association, will speak about current banking issues, including client secrecy versus tax transparency, and protectionism versus EU market access. Will Swiss banking maintain its leading role in global wealth management? Or will other financial centres in the Far East overtake Zurich, Geneva and London altogether? Attend our Lunch with Patrick Odier on Thursday, 24th October in London and find out more about why the prospects for the future remain optimistic.
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GO EAST YOUNG MAN!
Recently, our Geneva-based BSCC Councillor Nick Dryden, of Dryden Associates S.A., was a member of the official delegation which accompanied the President of the Geneva State Council, Mr Charles Beer, to China. The reason for the visit? The signing of a crucially important and strategic cooperation agreement between Geneva and Beijing. In order to simultaneously promote Geneva, the State Chancellery, together with the Department of Regional Affairs, Economy and Health (DARES), organized an exhibition entitled "Geneva Days", in the heart of Beijing, where Genevois from the worlds of finance, industry, education, tourism, luxury and health participated.
The Emerging Markets: Opportunity or Risk for Swiss business?
Many Swiss businesses are considering to establish a foothold in the emerging markets. Whilst impressive economic growth is a major pulling factor, that very same growth also means that Swiss companies need to be able to hold their own in what has become a highly competitive global business environment. Switzerland may continue to rank first in the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Index (GCI), but this does not make Swiss companies immune from the effects of inflation, volatile exchange rates and unanticipated risks. Our carefully selected panellists will engage in a lively discussion based around this topic on Wednesday, 6th November 2013 in Berne.
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Evening Event with Colin Hamling of Crossrail on 19th November 2013 in Zurich
We invite you to an evening briefing on the Crossrail project, the largest civil engineering project in Europe and the first mainline railway in Britain for 100 years. Crossrail will revolutionise transport in London, but the challenges are enormous. If ever the Swiss thought they were the greatest tunnel-builders on earth, then Crossrail gives them a run for their money! Our guest speaker will be Colin Hamling, Head of Insurance at Crossrail. Mr Hamling will provide a detailed overview of the challenges inherent in such a complex project, focussing on insurance and risk management. He will also outline the benefits the Crossrail project is expected to bring the economy of London and the South East.
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The British-Swiss Business Awards Gala Dinner on 28th November 2013 is now open for registration
We invite you to join us in celebrating the third annual British-Swiss Business Awards. Twelve of the most innovative and successful companies in the British-Swiss business community are being recognised for their outstanding achievements. The finalists will be announced later this month. The evening’s celebrations will commence with a champagne reception followed by a sumptuous 3-course dinner. The Awards Dinner will allow attendees the chance to celebrate the success of the British-Swiss Business Awards Finalists and Winners as well as to network amongst their peers!
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International Wine Tasting in London
The annual International Wine Tasting Networking Reception took place at trendy DSTRKT in London on 17 September. The event was organised by the UK Chapter in cooperation with the Council of Foreign Chambers of Commerce and Nick Dobson Alpine Wines, and supported by the Swiss Business Hub UK. Joelle Nebbe-Mornod presented a selection of Swiss reds, whites and rosés which proved very popular with the attendees. If you would like to order any of these unique Swiss wines, please visit the Nick Dobson Alpine Wines website. To view the photos from the event, please click here.
Lunch with Thomas Kern, CEO of Zurich Airport
The Zurich Chapter was delighted to welcome Thomas Kern, CEO of Zürich Airport, as a guest at the first lunch of the new season. With the help of a fascinating, multimedia presentation, he highlighted the challenges of appeasing different communities on aircraft noise with maintaining Zürich's status as a major international airport. He also gave some breathtaking insights into the expected growth in flight and passenger numbers in the coming decades. The "icing on the cake" was Mr Kern's generous invitation to personally host a "behind the scenes" tour of the airport next year which was very enthusiastically received.
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STEP Advanced Certificate in UK Tax for International Clients
This qualification will enable private client advisors to demonstrate expertise in UK tax planning for international clients. Course content includes updates on the new residency test and the new Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED), which were introduced with effect from April 2013 (following the Finance Act 2013). This course is suitable for lawyers, accountants, tax advisors and those in financial services who need a more detailed understanding of their UK-connected international clients’ tax position. Find out more and enrol before 30 November 2013 to secure your place on the May 2014 sitting. For more information visit the STEP website.
SWISS voted “Europe’s Leading Airline Business Class”
Swiss International Air Lines has been named “Europe’s Leading Airline Business Class” in the 2013 World Travel Awards – the third time in succession that it has garnered the distinction. The latest annual World Travel Awards were based on the votes of specialists from the travel and tourism sector. “We are delighted that our constant endeavours to make the SWISS Business air travel experience as attractive as possible on both the long and the short haul have been recognized once again,” said Frank Maier, Head of Product & Services at SWISS. “This latest distinction also confirms to us,” he continued, “that as The Airline of Switzerland, with our typically Swiss top-quality service, we can more than hold our own.”
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Scandinavia Show - 10 free tickets for BSCC members
The organisers of the Scandinavia Show 2013 are offering 10 free tickets to BSCC members. The event takes place in London on the weekend of 12-13 October 2013 and showcases the best of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands, including Scandinavian design, travel, lifestyle, fashion, culture and food. Tickets are available on a first-come first-served basis by applying to the BSCC UK Manager George Vassiadis
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Mark Davies, UK
Mark Davies, Managing Director of Nondom, has joined the UK Chapter as an individual member.
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Elizabeth Shaw, Zürich
Elizabeth Shaw has joined the Zürich Chapter as an individual member.
West PR - Seaman, Zürich
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Wed 16.10.2013 - Zug: English Stand-up Comedy
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Tues 22.10.2013, Zurich: What does privacy mean in a connected world?
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Tues 22.10.2013 - London: Swiss Ambassador's Award Concert
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Tues 22.10.2013, Zurich - QS World MBA Tour
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Tues 29.10.2013, Zurich: Michael Page Human Resources Conference
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Wed 06.11.2013, Zurich: University of Strathclyde MBA Information Preview
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Fri 08.11.2013 - London: City Swiss Club Thames Cruise Dinner and Dance
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Sat 09.11.2013, London - Exclusive Wood Carving Event at Victorinox
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Tues 19.11.2013 - Thurs 21.11.2013 - Basel: Ecochem - The Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering Event
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