(ONLINE) U.S. EXPANSION PLAYBOOK: NAVIGATING ENTRY AND GROWTH IN THE US

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Join us at Plexal for a dynamic and informative event designed to help UK-based companies successfully enter and scale in the U.S. market. Whether you're a startup preparing for your first international move or an established business ready to deepen your U.S. footprint, this session will equip you with the tools, insights and connections to make it happen.

Hear from seasoned expert Paul Krutko, President and CEO of Ann Arbor SPARK, as he shares practical strategies, regulatory guidance, funding opportunities and cultural insights to help you navigate the complexities of U.S. expansion.
Plus, you'll gain firsthand knowledge about Michigan’s thriving tech ecosystem and how it supports international companies through soft landing programs and growth partnerships.

Agenda:

• The importance of a “soft” landing.
• The federal, state, regional and local economic development system in the United States

The Ann Arbor Michigan technology innovation system

• University of Michigan and Innovation Partnerships
• Ann Arbor SPARK
• Connection to the Detroit-SE Michigan Region’s innovation resources
• Cost of doing business compared to the coasts
• Talent availability

Logistical Concerns

• Space Availability
• Air Service
• Immigration/Visa Requirements
• One-stop Sherpa

Questions

About Ann Arbor SPARK

Ann Arbor SPARK is a leading economic development organisation in Southeast Michigan, dedicated to helping innovative companies grow and thrive. Through its soft landing services, funding support and deep connections to local talent and research institutions, SPARK provides a robust platform for international businesses looking to establish and expand their U.S. operations.

About Plexal

Plexal is the innovation and growth company helping to strengthen the UK’s technology capabilities through collaboration.

With teams in London, Manchester and Cheltenham, we work closely with government, industry, startups and academia to drive economic growth and reinforce national security.

Founded by Delancey in 2017, Plexal delivers four core services: creating workspaces for innovators, running innovation programmes and consultancy, building regional tech clusters and helping SMEs scale strategically.