US Expansion Mini-Pod; 3 Questions, 1 Voice

In this episode, Mark Shepherd, founder of London Tech Drinks and Gathr, shares his unconventional path from selling boat photos at 14 to building one of London's most influential tech communities. Mark challenges the startup orthodoxy of chasing unicorn valuations, making a compelling case for bootstrap-first strategies and sustainable growth. Key insights include why founders should validate wit...

Former PwC executive and Aspire to Lead founder Maureen shares essential skills for cross-cultural leadership and building culture from the top down. From managing international teams to avoiding cultural missteps, discover practical insights for leading effectively across borders. Perfect for founders expanding globally and leaders managing international teams.

In this illuminating episode of US Expansion Mini-Pod, Joanne Farquharson sits down with Geraldine McBride, a visionary leader who transitioned from SAP North America President to pioneering entrepreneur in the agentic AI space. Discover McBride's invaluable insights on navigating the American tech landscape, leveraging strategic partnerships for growth, and the cultural nuances that impact busine...

In this episode of Foothold America's US Expansion Mini-Pod, host Joanne Farquharson interviews Silicon Valley powerhouse Joanne Fedeyko- founder, investor, accelerator leader, and publisher of Disruption Magazine. Discover how expansion pathways differ for various industries, why mindset matters more than geography for tech startups, and practical strategies for female founders to overcome fundin...

Entrepreneur Dorit Roest shares practical wisdom on scaling from local success to US markets, drawing from her experience founding three accelerators and helping thousands of founders. She discusses when to pursue American expansion, how to choose between accelerator programs and organic growth, and the importance of aligning personal ambitions with business goals.

Join host Joanne Farquharson as she interviews Robert Johnson, CEO of Kesmalea Therapeutics and co-founder of Foothold America. With extensive experience leading transatlantic companies, Robert shares his journey from UK life science consultant to US business pioneer. Discover his insights on moving to Boston during the UK's "funding nuclear winter," how personal experiences led to creating Footho...

Immigration expert Arvinder Ubhi discusses navigating US visa processes during administration changes, managing visa delays, and building successful cross-cultural teams between the UK and US.

Join Joanne Farquharson, President & CEO of Foothold America, as she interviews Benjamin Pik, co-founder of Expand CPA, in this insightful episode about US market expansion. Benjamin, a triple-qualified CPA in France, US, and Canada, shares expert guidance on navigating GAAP differences, choosing the right business structure, and managing international tax compliance. Learn about critical cons...

US Expansion Mini-Pod: Three Questions, One Voice - featuring Michael Holland, Tax Partner at Blick Rothenberg. Join host Joanne Farquharson, President and CEO of Foothold America, as she discusses essential US expansion topics with Michael Holland, a US and UK qualified Tax Advisor and Partner at Blick Rothenberg. With over 15 years of experience, Michael shares valuable insights on: - US vs. UK...

In Episode 2 of US Expansion Mini-Pod, immigration expert Christi Jackson shares crucial insights for businesses expanding to America. With 20+ years of experience and regular appearances on BBC News, Christy breaks down upcoming changes in US immigration policy, reveals preferred visa strategies for foreign founders, and guides listeners through the visa interview process. Plus, she offers valuab...

In this premiere episode of the US Expansion Mini Pod, host Joanne Farquharson, President and CEO of Foothold America, sits down with Daniel Glazer, managing partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office, to unravel the complexities of US market expansion. Glazer delivers a masterclass in navigating venture capital, offering UK and European tech founders critical insights into investor expectations, p...