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Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider

Sheppard Mullin"s French Desk attorneys

What should French and Francophone investors know about successfully doing business in the U.S.? From cultural and legal differences, to business development and expansion, Sheppard Mullin’s French Insider podcast is dedicated to helping French and Francophone investors and companies growing their companies in the U.S. Each episode will feature conversations with thought leaders and experts in various industries including technology, life sciences, fashion, energy, entertainment, and many others

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43:36

Growing Your Business in America: The Story of Qobuz...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2023/02/27

In this episode of French Insider, Dan Mackta, Managing Director at Qobuz, joins Sheppard Mullin attorney Alex Akhavan to discuss the history and growth of Qobuz, a high-quality audio commercial music streaming and downloading service founded in France, including its successful expansion into the U.S. market, what sets Qobuz apart from its competitors, and fundamental differences in the U.S. and French approach to IP. What We Discussed in This Episode: What is Qobuz? How did it start? What

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17:56

Growing Your Business in the US and Canada: The Story...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2023/01/03

This episode is a replay of Episode 16 which originally aired on October 3, 2022. In this episode of French Insider, Benjamin Sormonte, co-founder and co-owner of Maman, speaks about building a successful lifestyle brand in North America, including the challenges of bringing a very French experience to a North American audience and the role that Instagram and other social media platforms have played in Maman's success. What We Discussed in this Episode: Can you tell us a little about your

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24:58

Debriefing the Results of the Brazilian Election and...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/12/01

In this episode of French Insider, Fernando Zanotti Schneider, a partner at the Brazilian law firm of Abe Advogados, joins Sheppard Mullin partner Tony Girolami to discuss the recent Brazilian election, including what the return of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to the presidency might mean for the multinational business community, particularly foreign investors. What We Discussed In Today’s Episode: What’s the mood in Brazil post-election? What was the Bolsonaro agenda? What does the new Brazilian

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43:12

The Ins and Outs of International Production and...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/11/02

In this episode of French Insider, Tim Stephen, EVP of Strategy and Head of Business & Legal Affairs at Gaumont Film US, the Los Angeles-based TV production arm of French film studio Gaumont, joins host and Sheppard Mullin attorney Alex Akhavan to discuss the challenges and rewards of internal production and entertainment, including how streaming has changed the business of entertainment, the cultural and legal differences productions typically encounter outside the United States and the various

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17:29

Growing Your Business in the US and Canada: The Story...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/10/03

In this episode of French Insider, Benjamin Sormonte, co-founder and co-owner of Maman, the French bakeries and cafes known for making Oprah’s favorite chocolate chip cookies, speaks about building a successful lifestyle brand in North America, including the challenges of bringing a very French experience to a North American audience and the role that Instagram and other social media platforms have played in Maman's success. What We Discussed in this Episode: Can you tell us a little about your

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24:47

Villa Albertine and the French Embassy’s Role In...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/09/08

In this episode of the French Insider, we speak with Emma Buttin, General Coordinator of the Residencies at Villa Albertine. Created by the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs and with the support of the Ministry of Culture, the Villa Albertine renews the concept of residence by shifting the center of gravity from the place of residence to the territory of residence and exploring this country-continent from the 10 major cities in the United States where it is present. Led by a team of 80 people

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28:44

French Investments in the U.S. Wine Industry with...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/06/09

For this episode of French Insider, Jean Hoefliger, noted wine consultant, entrepreneur, and founder of JH Wine Consultants, joins us to discuss French investments in the U.S. wine industry, including the many factors drawing French winemakers to the Napa Valley and how the rise of venture-backed startups has altered the winemaking landscape. About Jean Hoefliger Born and raised in Switzerland, Jean has decades of winemaking experience and has worked in vineyards worldwide, including California,

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24:57

Additional Sanctions Against Russia: What Businesses...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/04/29

For this episode of French Insider, Reid Whitten joins host Julien Banquart to discuss the impact of sanctions imposed against Russia in the wake of the Ukraine invasion. Topics addressed include the current and potential impacts of the sanction regime on companies doing business in or with Russian and Ukraine (including French multinationals), factors businesses should bear in mind as sanctions are announced and implemented, and whether or not the sanctions will be effective against Russia. Reid

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27:19

Navigating the Metaverse with Jim Gatto

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/03/31

Joining host Sarah Aberg is Jim Gatto. Jim joins us today to discuss the metaverse, the technology and business models involved in these virtual worlds, the role of NFTs and cryptocurrency in the digital economy, and the legal, regulatory, and governance issues that can arise when companies seek to enter that space. Jim Gatto is a Partner in Sheppard Mullin’s Washington, D.C. office, where he leads the Blockchain & Fintech Team, Social Media & Games Team, and Open Source Team. Jim’s practice

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31:31

Setting up Business in the U.S. with Valère Horath...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/03/02

Valère Horath is the vice president of global sales and co-founder of Quipment SAS. Quipment is a company specializing in the provision of medical and laboratory equipment. The equipment and supplies provided by Quipment make it possible to measure the effectiveness and side effects of drugs before they are put on the market. Quipment's customers are mainly pharmaceutical companies, Biotechs and CROs that must carry out very rigorous clinical trials in order to demonstrate the effectiveness of

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27:07

Buy America Provisions in the Infrastructure Bill:...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2022/02/02

Joining the podcast is David Gallagher. David is a partner with the firm's D.C office. He specializes in all aspects of public contracting, including advising domestic and foreign companies on issues relating to compliance with U.S government procurement regulations such as subcontract and supply chain management, country of origin requirements under the Buy America Act, and other infrastructure projects and requirements unique to small businesses selling to the federal government. He also regularly

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0:29

Happy Holidays

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/12/27

French Insider will be back with new episodes starting February 1, 2022.

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19:11

What Foreign Energy Companies Need to Know about the...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/12/14

On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the highly anticipated $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill. Among other infrastructure-related incentives, the bill includes billions in funding to help fight climate change and support clean energy technologies. In this episode, we speak with Tony Toranto and Bill Rappolt and they help us dive into some of those initiatives and what these changes will mean for energy companies looking to invest in the U.S. market. Tony is the team leader of the firm’s

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45:02

Tips for French Individuals Relocating to the US: Dos...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/11/01

Romain Poirot is the Advertising Director of French Morning. French Morning is the first e-magazine in the United States directed to the French- speaking community living in the U.S. , as well as French people traveling to the U.S. . Created in 2007, it is a local service for a global community, with more than +180,000 visitors per month and +90,000 followers on Facebook and Instagram. Romain joins us today from New York to discuss the challenges, advice, do's and don'ts and everything that every

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50:37

What Businesses Need to Know about the US and...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/09/30

As the North American labor market experiences new challenges, shifts, and changes, HR professionals and recruiters are looking to stay informed on how to differentiate themselves in the market. Alongside these shifts, differences between French and North American markets bring unique perspectives and differences in workplaces. In this episode, we dive into the realities of the North American workforce from an HR perspective in 2021. Joining the podcast is Wendy Alderdice, Chief Human Resources

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44:19

How European State Aid Impacts French Subsidiaries of...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/09/01

For subsidiaries of U.S. companies looking to establish and/or grow their presence in an EU Member State and are perhaps seeking financial assistance from one of the Member States, it’s important to be aware of the European Union’s regulation of State aid. What is State aid and how does it impact U.S. companies with subsidiaries in the European Union, including France? We’re discussing the latest updates to EU State aid and discussing these controls vis-à-vis COVID-19. Joining the podcast is

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25:02

Understanding a Company’s Sales and Use Tax...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/08/01

Taxes can be complicated. This is especially true in the United States, where not only is there a Federal tax system, but every state has its own tax system as well. Understanding your tax liabilities in the U.S. means understanding the intricacies of the tax system of each state you’re doing business in. How are tax liabilities assessed and what type of taxes can a French company doing business in the U.S. be subject to? In this episode, we’re providing a high-level view of what every French

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27:34

Time Management, Customer Service, and Negotiations...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/07/01

Expanding your business to another country is not easy: there are cultural barriers and business idiosyncrasies to learn. In this episode, we’re exploring some of the important steps every French company looking to develop, launch, and grow a business in the U.S. should understand. Joining host Valérie Demont is Aurélie Bessière, Venture Partner at Otium Capital, the family office of Pierre-Edouard Stérin. Prior to joining Otium, Aurélie was the CEO for Palais des Thés USA, the US subsidiary of

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24:34

How French Companies Can Prepare to Do Business in...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/06/01

Understanding the nuances of American culture, society, economy, and legal system is imperative to the success of any French company looking to do business in the U.S. From selecting the right location to vetting vendors, hiring and retaining employees to setting a budget, we’re exploring the logistics of what foreign companies need to do prior to coming to the U.S. Joining host Valerie Demont for this conversation is Paula Clozel. Paula Clozel is the plant manager at Creapharm CS USA. Creapharm

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26:55

Business Immigration Challenges Companies Should Know...

Sheppard Mullin"s French Insider ·

2021/06/01

For U.S. companies looking to hire foreign employees or international businesses looking to invest in the U.S., navigating the ever-changing U.S. immigration landscape can be tricky. This is especially true now that President Biden has taken office and is looking to reset and reshape immigration policies. We’re exploring key immigration challenges facing international companies looking to do business in the U.S. Joining host Sarah Aberg is the CEO of Guidepost Solutions, Julie Myers Wood. Ms. Wood

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