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The Year Ahead

July

5 Jul 2024
Office Public Day: UK Election 2024 Resulting Watching
Networking
8 Jul 2024
Cancelled | Empowering Knowledge Workers With Generative AI
Presentation
9 Jul 2024
Outbound Investment: New E-Commerce Opportunities in the UK Market
Presentation
11 Jul 2024
UK Election: Impact on UK-China Relations and Business Relationship
Presentation
19 Jul 2024
Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Supply Chain Industry Factory Tour
Special Event
25 Jul 2024
[Fully Booked] Knight Frank The Wealth Report 2024 Chinese Version Launch Event [Showcase session]
Presentation
25 Jul 2024
After Hours – Hello friends and new neighbours
Social Mixer
26 Jul 2024
Invest in the UK: Compliance Guide
Presentation
30 Jul 2024
British Business Awards 2024 Launch Event
Special Event

August

9 Aug 2024
Outbound Investment: Empowering Sustainability and Quality Enhancement Through Accreditation [Showcase Session]
Presentation
15 Aug 2024
1915 Club Dinner [by invitation only]
Networking
16 Aug 2024
AI for Business Leaders – Opportunities and Challenges
Presentation
23 Aug 2024
BritCham Shanghai x F1 in Schools Open Track Days
Special Event
23 Aug 2024
Hybrid | Outbound Investment: Introduction to Employment and Visa in the UK
Presentation
27 Aug 2024
Briefing with Lewis Neal, HM Trade Commissioner for China
Presentation
28 Aug 2024
Alternative Investment Series – Invest in UK Property
Panel Discussion
28 Aug 2024
August Member Briefing
Networking
29 Aug 2024
“Chinese and Impressionist Paintings” Immersive Art Experience
Special Event
29 Aug 2024
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston’s First Immersive Experience [Invitation Only]
Special Event
30 Aug 2024
Roundtable | How British Brands Facing China’s Shifting Landscape
Roundtable

September

7 Sep 2024
Shanghai Mentor Walk in September
Networking
11 Sep 2024
Fully Booked | U.S. Presidential Debate Viewing
Special Event
12 Sep 2024
The New PRC Company Law: What Foreign-Invested Companies Need to Know
Panel Discussion
13 Sep 2024
Together for Mid-Autumn Joy
Special Event
18 Sep 2024
INS – Into Nothing Serious
Presentation
18 Sep 2024
BritCham After Hours – Nightlife Nexus: Connect & Unwind
Networking
19 Sep 2024
3rd Quarter China Economic Outlook 2024
Panel Discussion
24 Sep 2024
BritCham Hong Kong Summit 2024 Innovate & Thrive
Conference
24 Sep 2024
Postponed | Exclusive English Wine-tasting [Invitaiton Only]
Special Event
25 Sep 2024
Maintaining Stability in Premium Health Insurance: Cost Control and Optimising Coverage [Showcase Session]
Panel Discussion
27 Sep 2024
[Fully Booked] ESG Talent and Leadership: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Business
Conference
27 Sep 2024
After Hours – Hangzhou Autumn Mixer
Social Mixer

October

11 Oct 2024
AI Fundamentals – Training to Empower Knowledge Workers
Training Seminar
15 Oct 2024
Sports Teams Pre-event Briefing: 2024 Great British Sports Day
Sporting Event
19 Oct 2024
Great British Sports Day 2024
Sporting Event
21 Oct 2024
AMBS Dean’s Talk – Innovating for Sustainable Growth [Showcase Session]
Panel Discussion
22 Oct 2024
AI for Humanity: What Business Leaders Need to Know
Panel Discussion
22 Oct 2024
British Business Awards 2024 Finalists Announcement Event
22 Oct 2024
Breakfast Roundtable with TheCityUK [by invitation only]
Roundtable
24 Oct 2024
1915 Club Dinner [by invitation only]
Networking
29 Oct 2024
Life Design Series: Exploring the Digital Nomad Lifestyle [Rescheduled]
Panel Discussion
31 Oct 2024
October Halloween Social Mixer
Social Mixer

November

6 Nov 2024
US Election: Impact on Business Risks for China and the World
Presentation
6 Nov 2024
[Webinar] Special Education Needs (SEN) in Chinese International Education
Presentation
12 Nov 2024
November Member Briefing
Networking
14 Nov 2024
BET Festival 2024: Building Successful Careers in Creative Industries – From Graduate to Industry Leader
Presentation
16 Nov 2024
Shanghai Mentor Walk in November
Networking
18 Nov 2024
Visit to China by Mr. Philip Highy and Ms. Amy Cross, general directors of Eton College Summer Course, and sharing session of Eton Summer Course [Showcase Session]
Presentation
18 Nov 2024
MasterClass | Finance for Non-Finance Directors
Training Seminar
21 Nov 2024
[FULLY BOOKED] British Business Awards 2024 – Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony
Special Event
29 Nov 2024
2024 St. Andrew’s Dance in Ningbo
Gala Ball
30 Nov 2024
St. Andrew’s Ball 2024
Gala Ball

December

5 Dec 2024
Shanghai Hospitality, F&B, Retail Industry Outlook
Presentation
6 Dec 2024
The Green Future and New Journey for the Rule of Law for the Automotive Industry
Roundtable
11 Dec 2024
Sustainability & Innovation Awards 2025 – What you need to know [Hybrid]
Special Event
12 Dec 2024
Christmas Social Mixer – Wish you a very happy Christmas!
Social Mixer
13 Dec 2024
Resilience – the Yin and the Yang of it
Panel Discussion

January

15 Jan 2025
Navigating uncertain times and raising productivity and engagement
Training Seminar
16 Jan 2025
Safeguarding, Inclusion and Sustainability in Schools
Panel Discussion
20 Jan 2025
[Webinar] Navigating Career Choices: Insights from Industry Visits Planning Session
21 Jan 2025
Fully Booked | Scottish Connector – A Night Celebrating Robert Burns 2025
Networking

February

20 Feb 2025
After Hours – Bright Beginning: Cheers to the year ahead
Social Mixer
28 Feb 2025
Bridging Innovation: UK-China Science, Technology & Business Opportunities for Global Good
Panel Discussion
28 Feb 2025
BritCham Shanghai Annual General Meeting 2025
Presentation

March

7 Mar 2025
A-Level, AP, or IB? Finding the Best Fit for Your Child’s University Ambitions [Showcase Session]
Presentation
10 Mar 2025
Empowering Knowledge Workers With Generative AI
Training Seminar
18 Mar 2025
Connecting with the British Community in China: Consular Support & UK Visa Guidance
Presentation
21 Mar 2025
2025 March Member Briefing
Presentation
25 Mar 2025
No Agenda Social Mixer
Social Mixer
26 Mar 2025
Finalist Announcement – Sustainability & Innovation Awards 2025
Special Event
27 Mar 2025
1915 Club Dinner [by invitation only]
Networking
28 Mar 2025
China Economic Outlook 2025
Panel Discussion

April

2 Apr 2025
Is there a Talent War? Exploring the shifts shaping China’s Talent in 2025
Panel Discussion
3 Apr 2025
Cancelled | Life Design Series: Women in Extreme Sports
Panel Discussion
7 Apr 2025
Two-day Course | Leadership for Directors
Training Seminar
8 Apr 2025
[Webinar] Foreign Exchange Risk & Currency Vulnerability for Business
Panel Discussion
8 Apr 2025
Master Class | Women in Leadership
Training Seminar
10 Apr 2025
Roundtable Discussion: Exploring the Future of ESG – Trends in China and Beyond in 2025 [by invitation only]
Roundtable
11 Apr 2025
[Webinar] China’s Integration of Foreigners’ Work Permits with Social Security Cards
Presentation
15 Apr 2025
Breaking Barriers: Trade Challenges Facing Chinese Enterprises
Panel Discussion
22 Apr 2025
AI for Coaching: Transforming Leadership and Personal Growth
Panel Discussion
23 Apr 2025
St George’s Day Celebration 2025: Raising a Toast to England
Special Event
24 Apr 2025
Populism, Immigration and Geopolitics: Imagining the Future of UK-China Relations
Roundtable
25 Apr 2025
Expat Specialty Banking in the Chinese Mainland from BEA [Showcase Session]
Presentation
28 Apr 2025
[Fully Booked] Sustainability & Innovation Awards 2025 – Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony
Special Event

May

15 May 2025
Navigating China’s Compliance Framework in the Digital Age [Showcase Session]
Presentation
16 May 2025
Social Mixer – Hangzhou Lifestyle Outing
Social Mixer
20 May 2025
[Fully Booked] BritCham Shanghai 110th Birthday Dinner
Special Event
21 May 2025
AI Applications in Business
Presentation
21 May 2025
UK-China Brand Excellence Summit 2025
Conference
28 May 2025
Importance of Nutrition and Habits in the Lifestyle of Modern Woman
Panel Discussion
29 May 2025
[Global Visionary Series] UK-China Outlook
Presentation
29 May 2025
After Hours – Fish & Chips Night
Social Mixer

June

5 Jun 2025
Data Asset Capitalisation and Commercialisation Roundtable
Roundtable
5 Jun 2025
International Role of the Director and the Board
Training Seminar
6 Jun 2025
June 2025 Member Briefing
Presentation
9 Jun 2025
Recent Legal Developments in 2025 – Impact on MNCs and Foreign Investment
Panel Discussion
11 Jun 2025
The China New-Retail Summit
Panel Discussion
12 Jun 2025
China’s Own Golden Triangle
Presentation
12 Jun 2025
Sustainability & Innovation Best Practice Sharing
Panel Discussion
12 Jun 2025
Whisky & Liberty – a Scotch Malt Whisky Society Tasting
Special Event
13 Jun 2025
InterChamber Mixer: King’s Birthday Drinks
Social Mixer
13 Jun 2025
BritCham Suzhou Factory visit – Sino-British Tech Synergy: Bridging Heritage and Innovation
Special Event
17 Jun 2025
Session Two: Take Your AI Mastery to the Next Level
Training Seminar
18 Jun 2025
Idea to impact – From spark to scale
Presentation
19 Jun 2025
全球突围：新关税时代下企业全球化发展的新路径 [Showcase Session]
Keynote
20 Jun 2025
[Global Visionary Series] The Trump Legacy: What’s Next
Presentation
20 Jun 2025
另类投资系列活动 – 英伦机遇篇
Presentation
24 Jun 2025
全球投资风向标：解码欧洲市场，洞察战略机遇 [Showcase session]
Presentation
25 Jun 2025
Renewal Strategy for Culture, Business, and Tourism: Breaking Through with Differentiation
Presentation
26 Jun 2025
The Importance of Evidence Generation in Delivering High-Quality Healthcare
Panel Discussion
27 Jun 2025
Exploring the Future of ESG: 2025 Q2 Roundtable Discussion on Trends in China and Beyond
Roundtable

July

3 Jul 2025
Fully Booked | The Marketer’s Lounge: InterChamber Event for International Marketeers
Presentation
10 Jul 2025
Navigating Global Supply Chains: Legal, Finance, SME & ESG Perspectives
Panel Discussion
11 Jul 2025
AI+ Financial Analysis Focused Management Finance Course | AI+聚焦财报分析的企业管理者财务课
Training Seminar
18 Jul 2025
How Gen AI is Going to Affect Your Business? [Showcase Session]
Presentation
18 Jul 2025
Igniting Engagement
Presentation
23 Jul 2025
A New Day, A New Start: Breakfast with Renewal
Presentation
24 Jul 2025
After Hours — July Curry Night
Social Mixer
30 Jul 2025
[Online Only] Launch & Briefing: 2025 Great British Day Out & Great British Sports Day
British Day
31 Jul 2025
After Hours — One-Year Office Anniversary & 110th Anniversary Lounge Launch
Social Mixer
31 Jul 2025
Master Class | Women in Leadership
Training Seminar

August

8 Aug 2025
Effective Workplace Communication under VUCA Environment | VUCA环境下的职场高效沟通
Training Seminar
15 Aug 2025
Cancelled – Smart Deal: AI Empowered Sales Process Mastery | 智夺订单——AI+销售全流程
Training Seminar
21 Aug 2025
[Online & Offline] Briefing: 2025 Great British Day Out & Great British Sports Day
27 Aug 2025
China Economic Outlook: Key Trends for H2 2025 and Beyond
Panel Discussion
28 Aug 2025
Summer Bingo Night
Social Mixer

September

4 Sep 2025
Can Multinationals Still Compete in China?
Presentation
4 Sep 2025
1915 Club Dinner [by invitation only]
Networking
4 Sep 2025
Fully Booked | Welcome Back Interchamber Mixer
Social Mixer
12 Sep 2025
Hangzhou · Global Economic Outlook for H2 2025: Outbound Investment
Panel Discussion
15 Sep 2025
‘International Role of the Director and Board’ Course Offered by IoD
Training Seminar
16 Sep 2025
Elevate Your AI Expertise to the Next Level!
Training Seminar
16 Sep 2025
How is AI Being Utilised Across the Healthcare Sector, and What Does the Future Hold?
Panel Discussion
17 Sep 2025
Sports Teams Pre-event Briefing: Fortnum & Mason Great British Day Out 2025
British Day
17 Sep 2025
Managing Emotions to Cope with Workplace Stress | 应对职场压力的情绪管理实操课
Training Seminar
20 Sep 2025
Fortnum & Mason Great British Day Out 2025
British Day
23 Sep 2025
How to Lead Business Transformation through Sustainable Food?
Presentation
24 Sep 2025
Senior Students Leadership Forum: Ethical Leadership in the Tech Age
Keynote
25 Sep 2025
Together for Mid-Autumn Joy
Social Mixer
26 Sep 2025
After Hours – Moonlight Mixer
Social Mixer
26 Sep 2025
Data Analytics for Business Decision-making (incl. AI tools) | 数据分析助力业务决策（含AI工具）
Training Seminar

October

15 Oct 2025
WPP Media China: 2026 Economic & Media Outlook [Showcase Session]
Panel Discussion
15 Oct 2025
Corporate Athletes | Unlocking Team Peak Performance through Sports-Inspired Strategies
Presentation
16 Oct 2025
The Hormone Shift: Mastering Female Health Transitions with Clarity and Confidence
Panel Discussion
16 Oct 2025
Shanghai 2030: Transforming Supply Chains for Radical Sustainability & Circular Innovation
Panel Discussion
18 Oct 2025
Alumni Match Corner: Personality × Possibility
Special Event
20 Oct 2025
‘Strategy for Directors’ Course offered by IoD
Training Seminar
23 Oct 2025
Fully Booked | BritCham Shanghai 110th Anniversary Government Dinner – presented by HSBC
Special Event
24 Oct 2025
Wellington Community Experience Day – Exclusive Wellington Visit for the BritCham Community [Showcase Session]
28 Oct 2025
New Regulations and Opportunities for Foreign Investors in Healthcare Investment
Panel Discussion
28 Oct 2025
Surviving and Thriving in the Chinese Century
Keynote
30 Oct 2025
BritCham Shanghai Launches a New Creative Hub
Social Mixer

November

5 Nov 2025
BritCham Shanghai X STEM Racing 2025-2026 Season Introduction
Presentation
7 Nov 2025
Pre-COP30 Briefing Session
Presentation
12 Nov 2025
Fully Booked | An Evening with Richard Hammond’s Spirits: China Launch & Tasting
Social Mixer
12 Nov 2025
After Double 11: What’s Next for the Brands? 双十一之后，品牌的下一步怎么走？
Keynote
12 Nov 2025
A Leader in Name Only: Avoiding the Trap of Invisible leaders
Keynote
13 Nov 2025
Cancelled | Cybersecurity: safeguarding enterprises in digital age
Panel Discussion
20 Nov 2025
Postponed | From customer to user
Keynote
25 Nov 2025
Postponed | BET Festival Workshop: Creative Career Hacks
Training Seminar
25 Nov 2025
Navigating FIE Rights Protection in Shanghai | 聚焦：上海市外商投资企业权益保护工作
Keynote
27 Nov 2025
Leading Through Crisis: Building Corporate Resilience in an Uncertain World
Presentation
27 Nov 2025
Postponed | Best Emerging Talent Festival 2025
Panel Discussion
29 Nov 2025
Shanghai Nights: An Evening of 20s Glamour and Cabaret
Special Event

December

11 Dec 2025
Christmas Connections: Festive Mixer 2025
Social Mixer
12 Dec 2025
Master Class for China CEOs & MDs
Training Seminar
17 Dec 2025
Workshop | Reinvent Business Models with the Circular Economy
Training Seminar

January

9 Jan 2026
Showcase | Green Camp NZ Info Session
Presentation
15 Jan 2026
1915 Club Dinner [by invitation only]
Social Mixer
16 Jan 2026
Training: AI at Work – AI For Data Analysis | 工作中的AI – AI驱动的数据分析  
Training Seminar
21 Jan 2026
BritCham Shanghai Annual General Meeting 2026 – Save the Date

February

4 Feb 2026
February 2026 Member Briefing (Save the Date)
Presentation

March

No event

April

13 Apr 2026
Finance for Non-Finance Directors – IoD Certificate in Company Direction
Training Seminar

May

No event

June

No event

July

2 Jul 2026
Leadership for Directors – IoD Certificate in Company Direction
Training Seminar

August

No event

September

No event

October

15 Oct 2026
International Role of the Director and the Board – IoD Certificate in Company Direction
Training Seminar

November

No event

December

No event

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Platinum & Associate Platinum Members

ADP China
Shanghai 67 Pall Mall Wine Industry Co., Ltd.
Artyzen Hospitality Management (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
PwC
Garrard
Aston Martin Lagonda (China) Automobile Distribution Co., Ltd.
BE Education
The Bank of East Asia (China) Limited
British Airways
Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business
Dulwich College International
Haleon
GKN China Automotive
Holland & Barrett
Harrow International School Shanghai
HSBC
LE CORDON BLEU
The University of Manchester China Centre
Nord Anglia Education
Pantland
Renishaw (Shanghai) Trading Co., Ltd.
The Sino-British College, USST
Silverstream Technologies
Smiths Group
Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Wellington College International Shanghai
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

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