As the US opens its skies to international travelers, the BABC Northern California has teamed up with the BABC LA for this episode.  Learn from Simon Hawkins, Head of Virgin Atlantic Airways for the USA, and Denise Sheldon, Director of Western Regional Sales, how Virgin is ramping up its services once again, what has changed in international travel, and what you can expect specifically for travel between the US and the United Kingdom.    We are also joined by Christina Turrini at Frosch Travel, who shares what the corporate travel landscape looks like.  Host and BABC Los Angeles President James Langridge moderates.

BABC LA President and host James Langridge welcomes back Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel), who provides important updates in the world of US/UK travel, current Covid-19 testing requirements, quarantines and more.  For questions, you may contact Jonathan directly at Jonathan @ corniche.com or (310) 854-6000  

As Vaccine Rollout Increases, So Does Travel!   BABC LA President James Langridge and board member Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel) speak with Virgin Atlantic representatives Simon Hawkins (Head of US) and Denise Sheldon (Commercial Director, West Region USA) about the Return to the Skies!    As summer draws closer, learn how Virgin Atlantic and its partners are welcoming back customers.

As Vaccine Rollout Increases, So Does Travel!   BABC LA President, James Langridge, speaks with Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel), who shares important updates in the world of travel and takes your questions.   You may contact Jonathan Cowley / Corniche Travel at 310.854.6000  

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge, in conversation with multi-award winning showbiz journalist Sandro Monetti, whose hit memoir Confessions of a Hollywood Insider is now available in audiobook, and filmed play Marilyn & Sinatra is streaming on www.BigStreamEntertainment.com.  Learn some of the history behind Sandro's hit book, and as awards season approaches in a Hollywood upended by the pandemic, we'll talk about the past, present and future of the film business. About The Book... Find out what the biggest stars in Hollywood are really like, from the man who has interviewed them all! More than a hundred big names are featured in behind the scenes tales that take readers to the other side of the velvet rope.  Click here to read more about the book      

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge, and Lisa Goldsmith, who recently teamed up with one of South Africa's leading conservation experts, Ian Michler, and created HEADED TO AFRICA | SAFARI CONSERVATION ADVENTURES. Learn about this wonderful organization, which provides exclusive bespoke trips to Africa, while educating guests about wildlife conservation. Visit Safari Conservation Adventures Facebook Page

Join host BABC LA President, James Langridge, for a fascinating one-on-one conversation with former British Special Forces Soldier, Dean Stott, aka The Frogman. After a 2011 parachuting accident ended his military career, Dean transitioned to the private sector and has since become a record-breaking explorer and adventurer, motivational speaker and best-selling author.Dean’s journey from homeless shelter to Special Boat Service to intrepid adventurer is nothing short of inspirational. In 2018, he cycled the entire 14,000-mile length of the Pan-American Highway, the longest motorable road in the world, in under 100 days (covering 340 miles in one day, on his longest stint). Passing through 14 countries on his expedition, he experienced extreme terrain from the Atacama Desert to the mountains of Alaska (even riding through a tornado), he completed the journey in 99 days and smashed two Guinness World Records in the process. https://www.deanstott.com Buy the Book: Relentless

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge, for a one-on-one interview with Gerry Cottle Jr., the British Founder and Director of Rooftop Cinema Club.  With a unique upbringing in a circus family, Gerry was destined to build a career in entertainment!  Learn about his life and work, and how he has cleverly pivoted his business model from outdoor rooftops to Covid-safe drive-in theaters.

Join BABC LA President and Host James Langridge for an exclusive one-on-one interview with racing phenom Phil Hanson, winner of this year's FIA World Endurance Championship and the Le Mans 24 Hour race.  A proud Brit, he is the youngest driver ever to win both titles!  Phil takes us on a joyride for a fascinating behind the scenes look at the exciting world of competitive motor racing.  

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge, in conversation with Mat Jacobson, Founder & CEO of Ducere Global Business School, who discusses current challenges of upper education in the US, and how centuries-old British accredited universities can offer online degrees to students in North America. Learn how: MBA students can gain entry without a Bachelor’s degree Bachelor students can study their specialized interests, with no General Education course requirements Why industry applied projects take precedence over exams How students can work full time, while tailoring online degrees to suit their careers How an entire MBA or bachelors degree can cost as little at $12,000-$13,000 Ways degree tuition can attract a 100% federal tax credit Visit the Ducere website at ducere.education

James Langridge (BABC LA President) and Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel) discuss August 2020 travel updates, including airline schedules to/from the UK, COVID-19 protocols onboard and at the airport, exemptions to current US immigration entry requirements, and airline refund/change policies.   Useful links: www.corniche.com https://www.travel-19.com https://www.iatatravelcentre.com  

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge, in conversation with industry experts Brooke Mason (Celebrity Photographer & Luxury Branding Expert), Debbie Goldfarb (Marketing Strategist) and Wendy Posner (Art Advisor & Consultant), who discuss how they were able to adapt, revive and thrive in the time of Covid.  They also share some tips on how to navigate and re-ignite your own brand!

BABC LA President and host James Langridge is joined by special guests Michael Newcombe (GM, Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills), Sam Jagger (GM, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, Santa Monica), and Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel) for a discussion on the future of hospitality across the country and around the world, and what we might expect as hotels start to reopen.  Learn about some of the current safety measures in place.

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge,  Afsha Randera Esq. (Managing Attorney, Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP) and Richard Yemm Esq. (Partner, Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP), as they discuss the latest Presidential Proclamation and those impacted, including holders of H-1B, J-1 and L-1 visas.

Join BABC LA President, James Langridge, in conversation with Dr. Romina Ghassemi (leading Los Angeles Chiropractor specializing in Spinal Biomechanics Correction) and corporate wellness expert Bill Pace (President of Cardinus Risk Management), who will speak about posture, and how it affects overall body wellness and health while working from home.

Join BABC LA President and host, James Langridge, on the replay of a live webinar with Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel) and Professor David Warburton MD (CHLA and Keck School of Medicine USC). They discuss current travel restrictions and personal safety suggestions surrounding Covid 19, and answer questions from webinar attendees.

Host and BABC LA President James Langridge welcomes Dan Lyle (Director, Aeg Rugby), who talks everything sport and music, and what we can expect post Covid-19.

Host and BABC LA President James Langridge is joined by immigration attorneys Lynn McCloghry (Eversage Immigration), Afsha Randera (Sullivan Attorneys), and Richard Yemm (Wolfsdorf Rosenthal) to discuss cross-border immigration between the US and the UK during these early days of Covid-19.

BABC LA President and host James Langridge is delighted to highlight the British Benevolent Society, a 501(C)3 founded in San Francisco in 1858, to provide aid and relief to British citizens in need.  BBS representatives Charles Cockerton (President), Arif Damji (Board member) and Jennifer Baker (Executive Director) fill us in on the history of the BBS, which is rooted in California's Gold Rush, and what it does today for those struggling during the age of Covid19. https://bbsofca.org

Join BABC LA President James Langridge in conversation with Jonathan Cowley (VP Sales & Client Services, Corniche Travel) as they discuss the travel industry of the future, and what we might expect as things adapt to new safety guidelines and begin to open up.