Corporate Housing, Airbnb or Hotels: What's Best for Business Travel?
November 6, 2024 As business travel evolves, companies are increasingly turning to diverse accommodation options to meet cost-saving goals and cater to individual traveler preferences. Corporate housing, Airbnb and hotels all have their place in this landscape, offering a range of options in both price and experience. While the idea of choice may seem like a solution to rising travel costs, it comes with potential risks to safety and efficiency. By prioritizing cost-saving measures and individual
Acquihiring in the UK: what US tech companies must know to acquire top tech talent
The number of US tech companies acquihiring in the UK is rapidly increasing, but cross-border acquisitions bring added complexity. To succeed, effective acquihire strategies for US companies are essential.What is acquihiring? Acquihiring generally refers to the acquisition of a company primarily to hire its employees rather than to gain its products or services. Acquihiring can also refer to the hiring of a team of employees and the licensing of the target company’s intellectual property (IP). The
Imperial College London has announced its first physical presence in the US, with a new hub located in San Francisco.
Imperial College London has announced its first physical presence in the US, with a new hub located in San Francisco. The new San Francisco hub will be launched in October to bring Imperial’s world leading science and tech research closer to the centre of global venture capital. Imperial’s presence in the Bay Area is part of the Imperial Global strategy which has seen a hub open in Singapore, and new hubs planned in Ghana and India. The San Francisco hub will officially launch at Imperial’s first major
Navigating Sustainable Corporate Travel with Serviced Apartments
Navigating Sustainable Corporate Travel with Serviced Apartments by Synergy Global Housing Is it safe to say that companies are fully committed to sustainable corporate travel? If recent RFPs are any indication, we’d say yes. Global businesses are no longer looking for sustainability mission statements packed with green buzzwords. Nope, they want evidence. And why not? Green business is good business. Zooming out, nations and regions worldwide are implementing sustainability policies and regulations
How Should I Create A Moving Budget?
Moving to a new home is an exciting adventure, but it can also be a significant financial undertaking. A proper moving budget can help alleviate some of the stress and ensure that you’re financially prepared for all aspects of your move. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to budget effectively for your move: MOVING COMPANY VS. DO IT YOURSELF When budgeting for your move, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether to hire a professional moving company or to do it
Creating an AI Strategy for your Team and Organization
Our Corporate PLUS Member Denton's presents an excellent webinar on how companies can best create an AI Strategy for their Teams and Organization, also sharing key global AI regulatory developments and implications for business and in-house legal teams.
Evangeline Burbidge Named to Daily Journal’s Top Women Lawyers of 2024
We are thrilled to announce that our partner Evangeline Burbidge has been named by the Daily Journal as one of the Top Women Lawyers for 2024. The annual award recognizes and honors the best 100 women lawyers practicing in the state of California.Evan is an experienced litigator who represents both plaintiffs and defendants, focusing on trade secret theft litigation, contract disputes, and founders’ disputes. In the past three years, she has obtained over $50 million in judgments for our clients and has
International Business Expansion Solutions, Presented by HSBC
Running a business is challenging, especially when you’re looking to grow internationally. With multiple accounts across the world, different financing options in different countries, inefficiencies in levels of capital and liquidity and frequent barriers to entry in new markets. HSBC can be your dedicated partner, delivering a consistent international banking experience, with solutions tailored to the unique needs of your business. With the depth and breadth of both our network and products, we are
Smart Strategies for Cost-Effective Corporate Housing
Employee experience remains a key indicator of a successful mobility program. However, budgets are unlikely to grow in proportion to rising costs and a steady or increasing volume of relocations. So, how can you achieve more with less in your corporate housing program? By making strategic decisions in your temporary living policy, you can maximize your existing budget without compromising on the essential elements. Determine What’s Important No two relocation or business travel programs are
PurposeFused: Vitality and Purpose: A Leaders Guide to Thriving in Work and Life
In our journey through life, vitality and purpose stand as the pillars that support our overall well-being and success. As leaders and individuals, understanding and harnessing these elements can transform not only our lives but also the lives of those around us. This article is supplemented by a series of five videos (links embedded at the bottom) for those who would like to spend a little more time on each area. Use this as a guide to help you explore the interconnectedness of vitality and purpose,
California Employers with 1 or more employees are required by Law to offer a qualified Retirement Plan
By Brad Stephens, Tamalpais Asset Management Changing Environment for Retirement Savings As of 2024, employers with one or more employees are currently required by law to either offer their own qualified retirement plan or register for CalSavers. The CalSavers Retirement Savings Trust Act was enacted by the state of California in 2016 to address a gap in retirement savings options for many private-sector workers. Its goal is to make retirement savings more accessible to California
A Message to BABC Members From the Atlas Foundation Americas
Atlas Foundation Americas has had great success in supporting inner-city children around the world through the game of rugby. In addition to improving personal fitness and general health, Atlas-funded programs provide a host of services that under-resourced, inner-city communities can rarely offer. Through the funding of inner-city rugby, participating kids can receive health education and services, academic support, life mentoring and college scholarship contributions. Atlas is engaged in 19 countries
Safari Consultants: 6 Six Activities in Southern Africa
Southern Africa offers a rich tapestry of activities that cater to a wide range of interests, from thrilling wildlife encounters to awe-inspiring natural wonders and vibrant cultural experiences. Here are the top six activities to consider: 1. Safari in the private reserves bordering the Kruger National Park (South Africa) The Greater Kruger is one of the largest and most renowned safari destinations in Africa. The Kruger National Park itself has a good network of tarmac roads and rest camps which
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Competition Law: Balancing Innovation and Regulation
Recognising the extraordinarily rapid evolution of AI and its broad impact across many sectors, competition regulators in the UK, the EU and globally are moving quickly to ensure that the market remains competitive and that the technology is not used by companies to gain an unfair advantage or harm consumers. This discussion paper by law firm Squire Patton Boggs features key learnings from a recent roundtable co-hosted by our firm and the International Institute of Communications (IIC), which included
Introducing our New Brand
After 41 years of business, we are delighted to introduce you to our exciting new branding. With a simpler logo of an iconic giraffe and a more vibrant green colour, we wanted to bring a more modern edge to our branding, without moving away from our core ethos of being a grounded company with a focus on expert advice and personal service. Maintaining the green in our branding reflects the importance of Africa’s wild spaces – representing the incredible natural world experiences we create for our clients;
Navigating the New 401(K) Rules With Tamalpais Asset Management
Tamalpais Asset Management 401(k) Advisory Services is focused on empowering businesses and their employees for retirement success, with tailored financial guidance and innovative solutions. Interested in learning more about TAM 401(k) Advisory, and how they can help your business’s retirement plan? Contact Brad Stephens, CRPS at brad@tamalpaisam.com or 650- 245-0737.
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Bird & Bird's International Green Hydrogen Report 2024
Bird and Bird are delighted to announce the 2024 edition of our International Green Hydrogen Report. A successful energy transition can only be achieved by combining security of supply, affordability and environmental compatibility with innovative and intelligent climate protection. This requires an alternative option to the fossil fuels that are predominantly used today, and hydrogen has a key role to play in the energy transition. In addition to numerous other advantages as a renewable energy carrier,
The Meaning of Brexit and the Future of the United Kingdom
On April 10, 2024, the Institute of European Studies hosted Professor David Reynolds for his lecture, “The Meaning of Brexit and the Future of the United Kingdom.” Professor of History at Cambridge University and Fellow of Christ’s College, Reynolds came to Berkeley as a recognized scholar widely featured on television and radio, with publications on Anglo-American relations, global history, US history, and British history. In a room of 40 people, Reynolds presented on the history of Brexit, and what this
Atlas Foundation Joins BABC Northern California Ahead of USA Rugby World Cups 2031 and 2033
The Atlas Foundation Americas is delighted to join and support the British American Business Council Northern California. The Atlas Foundation Americas is the US-based affiliate of Atlas Foundation, a global charity founded by Jason Leonard OBE in 2015. Jason, a former England and British & Irish Lions Rugby Player and later Chairman of the British & Irish Lions, is passionate about helping deprived children find a better future through the community of Rugby. Atlas Foundation, has provided funding for
Travel Buyer Insight: Trends and Challenges Affecting Corporate Housing
Perspectives from Synergy’s Global Supply Chain Team In the ever-evolving landscape of providing furnished housing for corporate travel and mobility, accommodation providers find themselves navigating a sea of challenges. From disruptive technology to government regulation to evolving guest preferences and the tightening of travel budgets, there’s a lot happening in the sector. Here, we cover some of the most impactful occurrences that affect the delivery of successful corporate stay programs.Focus on
