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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BABC?
The BABC – “British American Business Council” is an international business association that promotes trade and investment between the United States and the United Kingdom. The BABC is the largest transatlantic business network, with individual chapters, 3500 member companies, representing more than 10,000 senior executives.
What is the affiliation between the BABC and Pittsburgh?
Established in 1995, the British American Business Council Pittsburgh Region, Inc. is one of 34 business associations⁄chambers of commerce based throughout the United Kingdom and North America that comprise the internationally renowned “The British American Business Council.”
How large is the BABC Pittsburgh Region chapter?
The BABC Pittsburgh chapter currently has 45 member companies throughout southwestern Pennsylvania.
Where is the BABC Pittsburgh Region chapter located?
The BABC Pittsburgh chapter office is located in downtown Pittsburgh at 425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 1100, Pittsburgh, PA 15219–1811. Phone 412.392.4555, ext. 4514, fax 412. 392.1040, www.babc-pittsburgh.org.
What are the requirements for becoming a BABC Pittsburgh Region member?
The BABC Pittsburgh Region chapter is a non–profit membership organization that is supported by annual member dues. An individual and/or company interested in membership, should be willing to pay the annual dues, attend one or more of the scheduled events, and assist with actively supporting⁄promoting the BABC through networking opportunities, speaking engagements, sponsorship of events, and engaging international visitors. Additional membership information is available on this website under member benefits.
May I be added to the BABC friends email list so I can receive invites and news?
Yes, there is no cost to be added to the BABC friends list, please send an email with your contact information to pfustich@alleghenyconference.org
Can the BABC Pittsburgh Region chapter assist me with my international needs, such as a visa or passport?
Yes, the BABC member companies, many of which are multinational, have the expertise and experience to guide individuals in all phases of immigration. Please search our membership directory or call our office for contact names.
Where can I purchase or exchange international currency?
If international currency exchange is not available through your bank, you can contact Citizens Bank and check for locations nearest you for foreign currency purchase and exchange. There is an international banking currency branch located in downtown Pittsburgh at 525 William Penn Place, call 412.227.1558.
Where can I find information on traveling to the United Kingdom?
There are several websites that can provide you with information on travel from the US to the UK, as well as transportation information while you are in the UK some helpful links to sites airways, local transit, transportation safety, etc. are available by clicking here.
Where can I find information on traveling to the United States?
There are several websites that can provide you with information on travel from the UK to the US, as well as transportation information while you are in the US some helpful links to sites airways, local transit, transportation safety, etc. are available by clicking here.
Where can I find information on Pittsburgh?
Whether traveling on business or for pleasure, we welcome you to our city. Some helpful links to sites airways, local transit, transportation safety, etc. are available by clicking here.
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