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Should startups look overseas for growth opportunities? It's a question on many founders' minds – and one we’ve answered with help from industry experts. 👇 We recently teamed up with SeedLegals to bring together ambitious #startups, #founders and #investors for a drinks reception and panel session exploring the ins and outs of international expansion at our London HQ. Here are some of the key takeaways from the discussion: 🚀Opportunity in uncertainty: Don't sit and wait. For many, expanding overseas, like flipping a startup from Australia to the UK for better market access, makes strategic sense. 📈Lay the foundations for scale: International expansion requires planning from day one. Build your product and financial operations to scale sustainably, especially when managing multiple currencies. 💰Use investment as an expansion tactic: Raising funds from overseas investors not only provides capital but also unlocks invaluable local market insights. 🛡️Protect your raise from FX risk: Cross-border investments are growing, and shifts in exchange rates can significantly impact your funding runway. Make sure you’re using the right financial tools to keep FX risk to a minimum. Huge thanks to our brilliant panellists: Robert Jeffery, CEO and Founder at Evari , Dimitri Masin, CEO and Co-Founder at Gradient Labs, Aaron Duke, Account Manager at SeedLegals, and Amy Dicketts, Principle Product Manager at Wise Business for sharing their expertise! 💡 Ready to take your startup worldwide? 🚀 Discover all the insights from the panel and learn how Wise Business can support your international journey here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.pwi.se/168bd24

Ready to take your business global but not sure where to begin? 🌏   Read the journeys of three inspiring #founders who have successfully scaled their businesses internationally. From a recruitment platform to a sustainable water bottle brand and a boutique marketing firm, these entrepreneurs share invaluable lessons on navigating the complexities of global #expansion . Their top tip? Finding the right tools that prioritize transparency and ease is crucial for protecting your business as you scale 🔑 Thanks to Srinivas Siva of Remotesome, Bashak ilhan of Road Global Consulting and Mohamad Sam of Purifyou for sharing their insights 💡 Read the full blog for their strategies for international success: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.pwi.se/1tnwtzg

How well do our Wisers truly know Wise?🤔 We recently challenged our team with a fun trivia game to test their knowledge about our company, from questions about our products, to our core values and Wise communities 👀 How many answers did you get right? Discover more about our Wise communities: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eBiFws4b Interested in joining one of our teams? wi.se/fldd06 #LifeAtWise #WiseCulture #Trivia

Startups and scale-ups are setting their sights on rapid international expansion but one risk is often overlooked: FX volatility 📉 Against a backdrop of geopolitical and economic uncertainty and trade negotiations, FX volatility has never been more of a risk 🌎 Faced with contracts in dollars, suppliers in yen and teams spread across multiple continents, this uncertainty results in: 💸Weakened margins 📊Unpredictable budgets ⏱️Cash flow under pressure  With Stephane D., CEO of Spendesk, we share a conviction: managing exchange rate risk is no longer an option; it's a matter of competitiveness. Find out why and how to manage these FX fluctuations in our latest article in French startup publication Maddyness [article in FR 🇫🇷]: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eb3uhDdM

We’re just over a week away from the extended 1 August US tariff deadline 📈🗞️🛫 Swipe to read the latest trade headlines and learn more about how new policies could impact your business on our blog: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eZ9a-JcN

Congratulations to Lauren L., Commercial Director for Wise Platform, who has been shortlisted for the “Women in Business Awards” by the Austin Business Journal 🎉 This award honors respected women in leadership roles in Central Texas and the difference they make in their roles, our communities, and their companies. We look forward to joining the Austin Business Journal to celebrate Lauren and all the incredible women shortlisted for the Women in Business Awards this August. Read more about the nominees here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/g2xsjB4y Interested in joining one of our teams? wi.se/1u55byv #WomenInBusinessAwards #LifeAtWise #WomenInFintech #Austin #Platform

We’re still buzzing from yesterday's Founders Summer Drinks reception hosted by SeedLegals and Wise Business 🍹😎 Thanks so much to all the founders, VCs and investors who gathered at Wise's London HQ to make valuable new connections and learn how we’re supporting startups to scale faster, globally 🌎 Our panel ‘Take on the world: Should startups look overseas for the next big growth opportunity?’ featured insights from expert speakers Dimitri Masin, CEO Gradient Labs AI, Robert Jeffery, CEO and Founder MicroStrate, Aaron Duke, Account Manager, SeedLegals and Amy Dicketts, product manager at Wise Business. Here are some key takeaways 💡 •Don’t plan on world domination until you’ve got a product that customers love •Use your home market to test, then plan for the challenges of the next country •Find overseas investors who offer local, market-specific expertise in addition to funding •If you’re expanding to the US like SeedLegals, make sure you’ve got a team of trusted advisors to help with legal, financial and compliance set up •FX can take an unexpected chunk out of your funding and impact your runway More insights coming soon! 👀 Learn more about our partnership with SeedLegals’ including exclusive benefits for SeedLegals customers here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eAc2yjqH Thanks so much to everyone involved for making it a fantastic evening - and see you for another event very soon! 🥂 In the meantime, check out photos of the night below 👇

From being a customer of 11 years to making a real impact as an Engineering Lead, Emanuele Blanco shares his journey to joining Wise, what keeps him motivated, and his advice for anyone looking to apply for a role here 🚀 Discover more: wi.se/u9mygn And don’t forget to check out our open roles in Engineering:  wi.se/1qmn4p7 #LifeAtWise #Engineering #TechCareers

Ever wondered what makes a brilliant servicing team at Wise? 💭 Meet Mike Vaughn Jr., who is helping guide our Servicing teams in Austin as they work to protect customers more efficiently. Mike discusses the importance of collaboration at Wise and where you can find opportunities for growth 🚀 Interested in joining our Operations Team? We're hiring on wi.se/15m69ki ⬅️ #LifeAtWise #WiseCareers #Austin #Servicing

We are pleased to share last month's Eid al-Adha celebrations led by our global Muslim Network at Wise 💚 It was a great opportunity for our Wisers to enjoy delicious food and connect with each other! 🤗 Find out more about our Muslim Wisers network and our 12 other global communities: wi.se/1o6jzhb Explore our open opportunities: wi.se/cm5leh #LifeAtWise #EidMubarak #EidalAdha