Beyond Silicon Valley
Discover 6 Thriving Business Frontiers to Unlock Your US Expansion
Organiser
GTM Global, in partnership with Frazier & Deeter and Ryuken Capital.
Who Should Attend
Founders & C-Suite executives of scaleups actively planning US market-entry or expansion.
When & Where
Online via Zoom on Thursday 21st November 1500-1700 GMT.
For UK and European tech and digital scale-ups, the US market offers unparalleled growth potential.
But where should you plant your flag in 2025?
Join us for an exclusive deep dive that looks beyond the usual tech hubs into 6 dynamic regional
powerhouses in - Arizona, Indiana, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia and Florida.
These rapidly evolving cities in these states are redefining business success in America and emerging
as top destinations for growth, innovation, and a supportive business environment.
Explore the Unexpected: Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Fort Wayne, Tampa Bay, Prince William County and Charleston
These vibrant cities are more than just dots on a map - they're gateways to thriving ecosystems primed for your business. Discover:
Masterclass Topics
Regional Spotlights
Each city will showcase in a 15-minute-high-level summary its unique value proposition allowing you to gain a well-rounded understanding of their FDI potential for your business expansion, and connect to key experts there including:
Key Takeaways
GTM will moderate this interactive session with contextual advice and support from our key partners, Frazier & Deeter and Ryuken Capital so you’ll get key takeaways on:
Find Out More About Each Region
Event Agenda
Speakers
David Carlebach
COO and MD Business Services, World Trade Center UtahDavid is an experienced executive in financial services now helping Utah companies grow through international trade and investment.
Stephane Frijia
President and CEO, Northeast Indiana Regional PartnershipStephane is the President and CEO of Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership, helping to build a globally competitive economy in Northeast Indiana through business development, capacity building and job growth.
Brandon Noll
Director, Plug and Play IndianaAs the Director of Plug and Play Indiana, Brandon is responsible for driving strategic expansion and overseeing programme execution throughout the state. His role involves leading initiatives that promote innovation, foster valuable partnerships, and provide essential support to local startups.
Thomas Maynard
Economic Developer, Greater Phoenix Economic CouncilThomas is an economic developer representing the Greater Phoenix region. He specialises in helping corporate clients evaluate expansion opportunities in the region by providing data/support and connecting clients to key resources in the market.
Megan (Odom) Anderson
Director of Global Business Development, Charleston Regional Development AllianceMegan leads the global business development team, serves as advisor and primary point of contact for companies evaluating the three-county Charleston region as a prospective location, and to further efforts and initiatives aligned with the region's vision.
Brett Simons
International Business Manager, the Tampa Bay Economic Development CouncilBrett is an International Business Manager at Tampa Bay Economic Development Council. Working with CEOs, site selectors, corporate real estate brokers and other decision-makers, Tampa Bay Economic Development Council provide relocation services to companies interested in growing their business in Hillsborough County.
Brent Barkway
Business Development Manager, Pinellas County Economic DevelopmentBrent is a Business Development Manager specialising in Export Development, Foreign Direct Investment, Foreign Trade Zone management and expansion/relocation projects. Brent is involved in all aspects of the economic development process but his main focus is helping local companies explore international markets by leveraging available resources on a global scale.
Turner Arbour
Senior Economic Development Manager, Pasco Economic Development CouncilAs a Senior Economic Development Manager at Pasco Economic Development Council, Turner is responsible for all aspects of Business Retention & Expansion, International Business, and Workforce Development.
Malcolm Joy
Lead Partner, Frazier & Deeter UK LLPMalcolm is the Lead Partner of Frazier & Deeter UK, a firm providing advisory services to mid-market businesses, with expertise in supporting cross-border businesses. In addition to leading the firm’s growth in the UK, Malcolm is responsible for tax advisory services and transaction advisory services. Malcolm is also the Global Leader of Transfer Pricing Services at Frazier & Deeter.
Michael Whitacre
Partner, Frazier & Deeter UK LLPAs Partner in Frazier & Deeter's Tax Practice, Michael specializes in federal and state tax issues such as mergers and acquisitions, controversy, cross-border planning and tax minimisation. He works across various industries including manufacturing/distribution, technology and service-based businesses.
Simon Gleeson
Partner, Blick Rothenberg, a part of AzetsSimon co-leads Blick Rothenberg's US practice team and Nordic desk, advising clients throughout their business life cycle, whether expanding internationally for the first time or looking to simplify the way they operate globally.
Kelvin Summoogum
Chair and President, MiiHealthKelvin is an entrepreneur, inventor and technology advisor with over 22 years of experience in digital health and deep tech. Tech advisor to VC firms pre-investment in deep tech start-ups. He is also a Chair and President of MiiHealth, a digital health company supporting aging in place and hospital at home using a conversational AI - Monica
Wayne Coleman
Principal, C3 Associates, LLCWayne Colman is a seasoned professional in international trade and supply chain management, with extensive expertise in Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) services, including strategic planning, multi-site management, and compliance auditing. Wayne offers expert consulting for Utah's Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), guiding companies to strategically leverage its benefits for enhanced compliance, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
Ashley Boolell
Founder and Director, Ryuken CapitalAshley is a Founder of Ryuken Capital, a consulting firm and introducing broker focused on small and medium enterprises.
Kevin Kelleher
CEO, OstoformKevin is a CEO of Ostoform, which addresses ostomy challenges with its groundbreaking FLOWASSIST technology, redirecting output to minimise leaks, enhancing skin health, and reducing care costs.
Nick Castle
Head of Delivery America, Systal Technology SolutionsNick is an overall delivery VP lead for the Americas region for Systal Technology Solutions, a global managed network, cloud and security transformation specialist. His role roles involves growing the Systal brand and business in the Americas and USA specifically over the coming years.
Neil Calfee
Executive Director of Economic Development + Innovation Zones, Arizona State UniversityNeil is the Executive Director of Economic Development + Innovation Zones for the ASU Knowledge Enterprise, collaborating across the ASU Enterprise, Greater Phoenix, and Arizona to cultivate and strengthen industry and community relationships, as well as promote the ASU Innovation Zones.
Ian Collins
Co Founder, GTM Global30 years’ experience of business development and general management in hi-tech industries, investment and strategic ICT consulting in the UK and internationally.
Mark Stimpfig
Co Founder GTM GlobalProviding advice & guidance for tech and digital scale up brands to expand internationally & support companies looking to land & expand into the Greater Phoenix region USA