Helping Britain into Global Business
As we enter the post-Brexit future, British companies trading with the rest of the world can now turn to online information and business support channel Britain in Business. The site offers an impressive line-up of experts who provide know-how and resources to support British companies trading globally.
It’s a one-stop shop for free, high-quality help and advice on international trade, marketing, foreign exchange, and cross-border payments.
Our Experts
International Trade – Samantha Bridger
Sam worked in manufacturing for many years, exporting goods such as wallpaper, conservatory roofing, toys and industrial textiles. She specialises in DACH markets, in particular Germany, where she previously lived and worked for over 10 years.
Having exported to many markets globally, she understands the complexities and the benefits exporting can bring to a business. She says that although Brexit has brought challenges, it has also opened up opportunities.
On her return to the UK, Sam set up the Bridger Consultancy to help businesses grow and develop in international trade.
She is a graduate member of the Institute of Export, with a Diploma in Export Management, an Advanced Certificate in Overseas Trade, and an MBA from Lancaster University Management School.
Marketing – Andy Middleton
Andy has been in the Print and Marketing sector for over 30 years. Through his business Graphite Media, he brings a wealth of knowledge covering all aspects of business branding including design, application, tone of voice and promotion.
He says it is vital to understand that a brand is far more than just a logo. The values and behaviours behind any brand will inform the way the logo is consumed wherever it’s seen. That includes in print, on the web and in social media. Understanding this at the beginning of a business’s life cycle sets the right tone that will carry forward for years.
In 2019 Andy completed the Trek to Everest Base Camp, which gave him a new outlook on life. He says, ‘To see how people live there with so little materially compared to us showed me the value they put into simply helping each other survive in the harshest of climates.’
His passion now is, ‘Using my knowledge and skills to help lower-budget SMEs [small and medium-sized enterprises] compete on a level playground with the big boys in their industry.’
Foreign Exchange and Cross-Border Payments – Georgia Todd
Having started her career as an apprentice in the foreign exchange industry at the Frank eXchange international payment services company, Georgia developed a deep knowledge and understanding of the markets, products, and services within the industry.
Working as a Business Development Executive for Frank eXchange, she is passionate about sharing her understanding of the markets with companies and individuals that trade internationally, providing them with the skills to understand the market, their rates and the spread. This gives them the ability to trade with confidence and to secure the best possible rates.
Georgia is currently working towards a Chartered Management Institute qualification in management and leadership to complement her business admin qualifications.
For more information contact us on 07441910897 or by email fx-admin@frank-exchange.com
