Interview with Derek Langley, Regional Vice President, British Chamber of Commerce in Spain

Описание: Marc Elliott de Lama interviews Derek Langley, the Regional Vice President, British Chamber of Commerce in Spain.
Derek shares his extensive experience in global business, from his early career in London's computing sector to key roles across Europe, the U.S., and India. Learn how Brexit and the pandemic have transformed business dynamics, the growth of digital nomads in Málaga, and the crucial role of the British Chamber of Commerce in supporting international business connections. Whether you're interested in business or working in cross-border commerce, this video explores the opportunities and challenges in British-Spanish economic relations.

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Telephone: 634 648 945
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[00:00:00]: Introduction of Derek Langley

[00:00:25]: Derek's early career in computing

[00:00:47]: Derek's experiences in Europe and America

[00:01:07]: Involvement with the British Chambers of Commerce

[00:03:27]: Setting up a consultancy and moving to Estepona

[00:03:53]: Introduction to the technology park in Málaga

[00:04:21]: Establishing a technology recruitment company

[00:05:02]: Growth of Derek's recruitment business

[00:05:20]: Semi-retirement and involvement with the chamber

[00:05:55]: Economic growth and geopolitical concerns

[00:06:18]: Derek's hobbies and life in Estepona

[00:07:01]: British business relations post-Brexit

[00:07:47]: Impact of Brexit on UK-Spain business relations

[00:08:52]: Challenges in recruitment post-Brexit

[00:10:02]: Málaga's attractiveness for businesses

[00:12:00]: Impact of the pandemic on Málaga's desirability

[00:12:54]: Recruitment and remote work in Málaga

[00:13:18]: Demographics of foreign populations in Málaga

[00:14:02]: Spain's infrastructure and living conditions

[00:15:02]: Growth of the British Chamber of Commerce in Spain

[00:15:21]: The role of the British Chamber and international relations

[00:16:53]: Importance of English in international business

[00:17:29]: Digital nomads and the Spanish market

[00:18:53]: Foreign companies setting up in Spain

[00:19:41]: Tech park and international companies in Spain

[00:20:22]: Networking opportunities at the chamber

[00:21:12]: Relationship between British and Spanish Chambers

[00:22:57]: The British Chamber’s international presence

[00:23:30]: Chamber events and networking opportunities

[00:24:28]: Role of ambassadors and promotion of Britain

[00:25:37]: Benefits of joining the Chamber for businesses

[00:27:00]: Importance of networking and participation

[00:28:01]: Opportunities through the chamber's events

[00:29:03]: The chamber's role in facilitating business

[00:30:09]: Derek’s personal reflections on retirement

[00:31:02]: Derek's thoughts on the European geopolitical situation

[00:32:31]: Conclusion and contact information for the Chamber