Global Business Associates

Introduction to GBA

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About GBA Four Key Areas for GBA 1. Investment Area 2. Development Area 3. Oversea Expansion Area 4. Education Area GBA Projects CISMEF Contact us

GLOBAL BUSINESS ASSOCIATES

Global Business Associates provide a secure business bridge for enterprise wanting to expand their business between China and the UK.

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About GBA

About GBA
Who are GBA
GBA are Global Business Associates. The company offers a well proven & highly professional business investment & strategy consultancy service between UK & Chinese markets. We provide a secure business bridge for enterprises wanting to expand their business between China & the UK. GBA offer a soft landing to clients in China & the UK entering the others market, by holding hands & guiding them through all steps of their business expansion process.

Business Partner
GBA can give you the comprehensive support to ensure your business success.

Opportunities Creator
GBAs network is the invaluable access that could help your business enter into all relevant industry channels.

Deal Maker
GBA can provide all business essentials for you, which include transaction details, trade information and business relationships.

Professional Advisor
* Enterprise restructuring * Project management * Market analysis * Branding * Legal consultation

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GBA Business Services

Through our huge databases of business data, we can offer limitless B2B & B2G opportunities. Access to Government & Local Authority contact strategies. Project Management Investment Services & Brand Creation. Quality Control & business due diligence. Product Sourcing & project match. Marketing Legal Services And much more

Our credibility is your credibility

GBA is in the unique position of being officially appointed by 6 Chinese Central Government Bodies to invite UK companies to attend CISMEF & work with Chinese businesses. We actually have offices within Government departments in cities such as Beijing & Guangdong, with unprecedented access to business data. We offer a wealth of experience & knowledge, matching businesses & investment, enabling new trading relationships to begin & thrive.

Doing business in China

A Chinese culture shock - Guanxi in Chinese business Guanxi is the unique way that business is carried out in China, through personal relationships. Central Government plays a crucial role in all forms of business & it is critical that any UK newcomer to the Chinese market understands what is required & has access to necessary contacts. GBA give companies this access.

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Doing business in London

Our partners in London include: UKTI The leading government body for all trade & investment LDA London Development Agency London B2B Net key business to business network. GBAs own MD, Ms Grace Bian, is only non-British board member. GLEoneLondon business development agency.

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Four Key Areas for GBA

Four Key Areas for GBA Investment Area Are you struggling for the funding just when your business has very good prospects? Development Area Do you feel you have overstretched your business, as it has grown so rapidly? Are you always in fear that you might overlook certain issues, when you are too busy? Overseas Expansion Area Now you know your business is ready to expand abroad, but you still feel it is quite risky and it is difficult to make the decision as you dont understand the overseas market. Education Area When a business is in decline, how can I reinvigorate it & what new plans do I need?

Business Life Cycle

Start Up

Growth

Maturity

Decline

Investment Services

Development Services

Overseas Expansion Services

Education Services

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Four Key Areas for GBA

1. Investment Area
Capital Connection and Project Match
Acquire potential business opportunities and partnerships for investors. Customised business matching service putting you in touch with the right partners Experienced and knowledgeable business matching specialists. Access to a resourceful proprietary database of suppliers and buyers. Pre-screened business partners. Manufacturing and business review. Additional market information acquisition.

IPO and Inward Investment

Fundraising for recommended investment projects = Enhance capability & resource capital

Provide profitable business opportunities to unite and increase international cooperation via merger and acquisition, resource planning and corporate regeneration Acts as a sole partner or consultant for both the UK and China SMEs and local councils to attract direct and foreign investment. Investment and Financial Support. Access funding from high profile investment banks and venture capital. Due diligence. Business banking.

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Raising Capital in the UK Marketplace

- The China IPO & inward investment forum at CISMEF GBA is the professional new generation coordinator who orchestrates a companys inputs and monitor the IPO process, providing high quality and trust guarantee services to our clients and partners. GBA specialize in investment and finance (assist both UK and Chinese governments to attract foreign funding via recommendation of investment projects), project management, and creating successful business models for clients and high profile partners to generate mutual interest. GBA has organized several IPO conferences and Forums across China and achieved great results, especially during the China IPO & UK Inward Investment Forum in September 2008 & 2009 during the 5th & 6th CISMEF. Together with our partners Seymour Pierce and Axiom Capital, we are currently assisting 7 Chinese companies with their plans to list on the AIM and PLUS markets from 2009 onwards, and 230 other Chinese companies with capital and profile-raising projects in the UK. At the same time, we have started to match Chinese companies with potential UK partners.

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Four Key Areas for GBA

2. Development Area
How can GBA help you?
Identify business opportunity after professional research Brand Development Formulate the development strategies Product and services development and demonstration Identify and plan the major projects Project management Build up long-term relationship and partnership with stakeholders

Business Representative and Virtual Assistant

A trustworthy partner to act on your behalf = Peace of mind

Acts as a sole partner or consultant for both UK and China SMEs to attract new clients. Business planning and consultancy. Managing business activities in China and the UK on behalf of our clients. Being an extension of our client companies for marketing and sourcing of products and services. Maintaining communication with client companies and providing periodic reports for monitoring progress. Advice on the geographic location, size, leasing options and the legalities of the office relating to the target market and product / service type. Provide brief for office specifications, estimation of rental and cost of fitting /renovation. Advice on the creation of appropriate legal entities, business registration, management of layout, design and implementation of Virtual Office if required. Advice on requirements and lifespan of project

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Fast Market Entry Strategy and Brand Development

Marketing campaign = Clear vision

Implementation of business entry strategy resources, capital, knowledge and experience and other forms of managerial activities. Detailed analysis of relevant markets, competitors, potential areas, product, pricing and factory selection. Organise events to assist entrepreneurs and businesses on topics such as the business opportunities in the growing Chinese market, the China Business Model and business culture in China compared to the UK. Utilise all innovative marketing revenues such as advertising, channel marketing, internet marketing, promotion and public relations, international trade fairs, in order to achieve target goals and objectives. Maximise your market potential. Organise seminars for local UK businesses and government bodies to promote trade exchange and two-way investment between the UK and China. Promote businesses through trade exhibitions in target markets to attract potential clients, dealers, suppliers, distributors, agents, entrepreneurs, investors, etc Promote business via media organizations to maximize exposure. Licensing of current projects. Enhance progress via continuous research and development.

Project Management
Direct all elements (people, facilities, information, technology and finance) towards a project goal = Maximise your resources

Project designing, identification and analysis. Risk appraisal and assessment. Strategic planning industrial, commercial, restructuring and corporate takeover. Financial Management - access funding to drive new projects. Implementation of managerial activities. Continuous monitoring and improve operations. Conduct various types of research and development. Project closure.

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3. Overseas Expansion Area

Overseas Government Support
Identification of potential existing business policies and opportunities = Reliability

We can put you in touch with the right Department, Commission and contacts Trade Information and Policies International trade Recommendations and Investment Opportunities Culture and Resources Statistics and Data Health & safety

China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair

We are appointed by the CISMEF (China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair) organizing committee as the leading UK delegation to invite UK businesses to join the 6th CISMEF. CISMEF is the Worlds greatest opportunity exhibition, designed for global small and medium enterprises to exhibit, trade, communicate and cooperate, helping them enjoy quick start up and optimum development.

UK Business Start up Show

The big small business exhibition just got bigger! The Business Startup Show is aims to give inspiration and expert advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, which is needed now more than ever. The credit crunch and recession are bound to be the hot topic on everyone's lips, and the social networking opportunities and expert advisors will give everyone the chance to share their views. With over 200 exhibitors, this event is a vital resource for small businesses weathering the current economic climate. Free workshops will cover almost every angle of starting and expanding your own business.

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Four Key Areas for GBA

Legal and Business Advice in China

Professional recommendations and guidance = Protect your rights & quality assurance

Ethical code of conduct in doing business in China. Advice on legal definitions, issues, regulations and guidelines. Intellectual Property Protection. Commercial litigation assistant. Business agreements (partnership, purchase, sales, etc). Business structure and Company formation. Employment and labour law. Technology and Internet law. Taxes, returns and payroll. Foreign trade and investment law Immigration. Liability insurance. Dispute resolution. Risk management.

Overseas Company Search and Due Diligence

Acquisition, investigation or evaluation of a business = Standard of Care

Sourcing from or selling to the UK and China. Sourcing strategy: Development of sourcing plan, integrated development strategy, company policies and procedure, and a reporting system including KPIs. Implementation of supply chain and quality control strategies, factory / business standards and conditions, code of conduct and quality assurance systems. Supplier sourcing: Product screening, briefing and research. Factory screening and inspection. Sampling procedure and approval process. Monitoring the effectiveness of existing approaches and procedures to improve current projects and market share.

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Global Business Trust License

GBA has developed an innovative business avenue by creating a Global Business Trust License (GBTL) for you to build special business relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capital, specialist, high- profile networkers, and government bodies, which will provide a fantastic opportunity for you to utilize our high return projects to develop in your region, province or country. This license will automatically provide a chance for you to establish a reputation and gain recognition in the international enterprise arena. The GBTL projects are focused in four main categories, including Investment, Trade, Business Development, Media and Education. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact the GBA team.

4. Education Area
IDPM International Diploma in Project Management
Cambridge International Diploma in Project Management is designed to recognise the growing importance of project management skills, and the ways in which they can empower employees working within a dynamic business environment. The qualification is designed for those who manage, or are about to manage, projects as part of their work. It can also be taken by employees wishing to acquire project management skills as part of a career development programme.

IEFP International Entrepreneur Fast-Track Project

IEFP is designed to create business and employment opportunities for the next UK and China business generation, while promoting the importance of international trade and cooperation. IEFP aims to develop the business knowledge of the UK university graduates who are interested to do business with China in a one year sponsorship programme in exchange for the candidate to volunteer time to teach English in China.

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GBA Projects

GBA projects
The 6th China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair
The British Peterborough City Council in discussion with China Government Official and Ms. Grace Bian (MD of GBA) on the topic of inviting the UK to be the co hosting country for the CISMEF in 2010. Mr. Derek Crowhurst and Ms. Wye-Li Long from Blomfield offering advice and services for Chinese entrepreneurs to raise funding from the UK

GBA manager, Mr. Alfred So, arranging a manufacturing review for Mr. Henry Maclean, Director of Aura Life & Antonio M. Henry took the opportunity to discuss business prospects he encountered during the CISMEF 2009.

Visitor was impressed with Azlinda Boromand-Ariffins and Raymand Xus (Fasken Martineau) knowledge and professional advice they provided during the CISMEF 2009.

2009 China and India Buyer Group

Ms. Monica Montero, Project Manager of GLE oneLondon and Ms. Grace Bian, Managing Director of GBA were celebrating with the buyers and suppliers on the GBA Thames River Cruise. Mr. Tongqiang Gao (L), GM Assistant of Beijing Yanjing Beer Group Corporation, Ms. Grace Bian (M), Managing Director of GBA and Dr. Huanzheng Peng (R), director of Corporate Finance in Seymour Pierce were in talks of cooperation opportunities in the UK market.

Nine Elms Business Reception and celebration of the US Embassys relocation to Nine Elms at Battersea Power Station on 23rd March. More than 300 investors, business leaders and politicians attended the official launch, including 10 different embassies.

Mr. Alfred So (L1), Business Development Manager of GBA & Ms. Grace Bian (L2), Managing Director of GBA & Mr. Feipeng Xie (R2), General Manager of Guangzhou Echom Science and Technology Co., Ltd. and Ms. Xilan Zou posed for picture at the Nine Elms Business Reception.

IPO Event in Guangzhou China 2009

Over 130 guests attended the forum to network among high profile entrepreneurs and gain further understanding of the LSE Councilor and other representatives from Peterborough City Council and Opportunity Peterborough cultivate great relationship with Governors from Longnan City in China during the Forum

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Mr. Simon Drummond, Overseas Development Manger of GBA, who acted as MC and started proceedings of the IPO forum in Grand Hyatt Hotel Guangzhou at 23rd September, 2009

The Mayor of Longnan City, Mr. Cui, was impressed by the Environmental concept of Peterborough and with the assistant of GBA, they would like to establish a friendly cooperative relationship and develop mutual beneficial exchange between the two cities.

2009 International Entrepreneur Fast-Track

GBA organised a Training Day on the 23 July to provide a valuable briefing for the IEFP candidates to update their understanding of China and how to become a good foreign teacher. IEFP candidate receiving tips from an experienced teacher on how to plan a lesson during the GBA training day.

Sisters Alex and Georgina interviewed by John and showing their appreciation for the IEFP opportunity

IEFP candidates have seminar at training day for how to be a better English teacher July 2009.

Other GBA projects:

London 2012 Olympic sponsorship project Global Spot ID TV Head Hunting International Diploma of Project Management Programme (IDPM) International Entrepreneur Project (IEP) Friendship cities project between Longnan City & Peterborough Strategic development advice for Longnan City Mine tailing project Mineral water project Baohui Group project Cheng Zhou Company project China Association of Poverty Alleviation & Development (CAPAD) GBA Membership and International Director Club Global Broadcasting Channel UK Trade Visit Guangzhou Dayang Motorcycle Peterborough/Yingli Project Match Re-generation project from various London councils and the Chinese government Assist companies to list in the London Stock Exchange China Electric Valley Global Business Trust License Doing Business with China Step by Step Workshop World Franchise Centre (WFC) in China

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CISMEF Testimonials

CISMEF Testimonials
The services provided by GBA are very successful. The UK pavilion is very well laid out. We made over 80 contacts during the exhibition. Ian & I are very pleased. By Gary Hall Manager of Startupoverseas.co.uk

The services provided by GBA are brilliant and the interpreters are excellent. Many Chinese companies have shown great interest in our business. By David Chassels Chef Executive of Procession

The UK Pavilion and the services provided by GBA are highly efficient and useful. The facilities, interpreters are excellent, and we have everything we need. We have made many new contacts. By Mr. Bill Agnew Business Engagement Executive of Peterborough City Council By Mr. Piers Croft MPs of Peterborough city Council I have attended many exhibitions and networking events in many different part of the World, but I have never seen such a dedicated team of interpreters taking such a pro-active part in marketing of their customers services. All your team from UK and China gave outstanding service and demonstrated their determination to ensure, that delegates such as myself succeeded in meeting the right customers and were able to overcome all language barriers. I would recommend any business wanting to do business in China to register with GBA for next years event, without delay. By Dr. Philip Dews ASEAN regional business forum

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CISMEF Testimonials
This was my first trip to China. Going with the support of the GBA team was critical for me as an entrepreneur seeking to start new businesses in an unfamiliar market. I appreciate the time taken to create a personalised agenda for me. This enabled me to visit relevant areas for specific business interests and therefore maximise the benefits of the exhibition. As a result, I have made very useful contacts with manufacturers and am planning to place orders with several companies. Henry Mclean Director Aura Life and Antonio M

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Contact us
UK office: 37th Floor, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5AA, United Kingdom T: +44(0)20 7719 1333 or +44 (0)207 718 0191 F: +44(0)20 7719 1332 E: info@gbaltd.org.uk website: www.gbaltd.org.uk GuangZhou office: Room 407, Building B, Winner Plaza, No. 100 Huangpu Dadao West, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, China 510627. T: +86(0)2038061587 F: +86(0)2038061597 E: gbaltd@qq.com website: www.gbaltd.org.uk