BREXIT: Understanding the Impacts and Implications of the UK’s June 2016 EU Referendum, May 18

Who: British-American Business Council – PNW
Where: Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle, 1301 5th Avenue, #1500, Seattle, 98101
When: May 18, 8:00 am – 9:30 pm
What: The UK is preparing for a historic public vote on its future involvement and collaboration with continental Europe. The economic and trade implications are significant: 45% of UK exports go to EU business partners, and many Greater Seattle companies export to EU customers via the UK. Come learn about the history behind the vote, explore the cases for and against the UKs continued membership in the EU and get insights into what a post-referendum UK might look like under each scenario. This breakfast discussion will include: An introduction & history of the UK’s role in the EU, why BREXIT or the “Vote to Leave”, reasons to stay or “Britain Stronger in and with Europe”, business & trade implications for companies in the US & more specifically in the PNW region, including the potential impacts to TTIP negotiations, and Q&A. Speakers include Ian Toner, Verus Investments, Phillip Shekleton, University of Washington, and Jason Knight, KPMG. Registration starts at 7:30 am.