Built Locally, Scaling Globally: The essential guide to expanding and scaling in the U.S.
U.S. Expansion Panel
We're coming to Birmingham Tech Week!
Join us at NatWest Accelerator in Birmingham for an expert panel exploring the key considerations for businesses looking to expand into the U.S. We’ll explore the practical realities of entering and scaling in the American market, covering everything from market entry strategies and accessing venture capital to immigration routes, setting up a U.S. entity and navigating the legal, tax and compliance requirements of operating in the U.S.
After the panel, enjoy drinks, light bites and networking with founders and professionals interested in the U.S. market.
Come along, hear from the experts, ask questions and connect with others looking to take their business across the Atlantic.
Speakers & Topics:
Host - Natwest Accelerator
Moderator: TBC
Frazier & Deeter: David Patton - International Taxation
How to navigate U.S. tax rules for international businesses and cross-border operations.
Laura Devine Immigration: Christi Jackson - Immigration Routes
Understanding key U.S. visa routes and challenges for founders, employees, and international businesses.
TABS Inc: Jacob Willemsen - Practicalities of doing business in the US
Operating in the U.S.- including setting up a U.S. entity, managing back-office operations, recruiting a sales team and staying compliant.
Wilson Sonsini: Jose M. Campos - Accessing Venture Capital & Legal
When and how to attract VC funding, what investors look for, and how to pitch. Legal aspects of doing business in the USA.
Agenda
17:00-17:30 Arrival and networking
17:30-18:30 Moderated panel followed by Q&A with speakers
18:30-19:30 Networking w/drinks and light bites