London and Chicago Look to Build on Special Relationship

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced the opening of a new overseas office in Chicago to help make it even easier for US companies to set up and expand in London.

Release time : 2018-09-12 17:53:55

source : London & Partners

security firm, Trustwave, who have a significant presence in London and were part of Mayor Emanuel’s tech delegation in 2017 said: “As we continue growth and expansion in Europe to serve heightened need for security solutions and managed security services, our London office will continue to play a strategic role. London offers a pool of some of the world’s most progressive computer scientists and technical engineers which has proved invaluable in Trustwave becoming a market leader. During our visit last year to accompany Mayor Rahm Emanuel we found that the cities of London and Chicago share deep synergistic qualities including a strong mix of well established brands, innovative start-ups, a growing technical workforce and a bustling lively culture.”

Speaking about their recent expansion to London, Tony Kavadas (EVP Global Sales & Alliances) from Chicago based technology company Mediafly added: "London was the natural destination to help us realise the company's growth plans in Europe. Like Chicago, London is a hub for innovation and has a strong talent pool of tech workers and software developers that will help us reach our growth potential. London is also a global business centre and it will allow to reach new customers in international markets."

The opening of London & Partners’ Chicago office will provide even greater on-the ground support to US businesses looking for advice on setting up and doing business in London. With the help of London & Partners, more than fifty Chicago-based companies have set up in London in the past ten years, creating more than 1,000 jobs for the city’s economy.

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