Our Members
About us
The British & Colombian Chamber of Commerce stands as a leading international business organisation, uniting members committed to responsible economic and social development, open markets, and the principles of the rule of law and democracy. Its membership comprises prominent global companies across a diverse range of sectors, including banking and finance, consulting, consumer goods, energy and mining, manufacturing, media, technology, and infrastructure. Through this broad spectrum of industries, the Chamber fosters a collaborative environment where leaders work towards sustainable growth and mutual prosperity in both the UK, Colombia and Latin America.
Why Join us
29
Years of trade & investment support experience
500
High profile
events
+17K
High profile business and government contacts
+25
Missions and market visits organised
Roy Barreras Montealegre
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Colombia to the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Honorary President
Lord John Browne, Baron of Madingley
Chairman of BeyondNetZero, a climate growth equity venture established in partnership with General Atlantic; Chairman of Windward, a global maritime predictive intelligence company, and Chairman of SparkCognition, an artificial intelligence technology company.
Honorary Vice – President
Simon Adamsdale
Co-founder of Control Risks, with experience dating back to the 1970s in operations across Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. His extensive experience in security consulting has been instrumental in establishing Control Risks as a trusted advisor to organisations navigating complex and hostile business environments.
Chairman Board of Directors 2017-2025
Manuel Ferro
Vice-president Global Clients of BBVA. His extensive experience in the financial sector has been instrumental in driving BBVA’s growth and innovation.
Alex Yew
Former CEO and Senior Managing Director at John Laing. A professional with over 25 years of experience in law, banking, and investment in infrastructure and energy assets. Alex’s roles involves leveraging his extensive experience to guide strategic initiatives in the European market.
Carlos Sánchez-García
Partner at CMS Rodríguez Azuero. He co-leads the firm’s Infrastructure & Projects, Telecommunications, and Public Procurement teams. With over two decades of experience, Carlos has been instrumental in structuring significant infrastructure projects in Colombia and Latin America
Engage through membership
Join a distinguished group of individuals and engage in private discussions with senior government officials, business leaders, policy makers and cultural figures. Emerald Members of the Chamber are invited to participate in exclusive events and join working groups. It also provides unlimited access to Chamber business services access to and business lounges around the world.
What our members and clients say about us
“The Meet the Buyer Latin America event organised by the British & Colombian Chamber is by far the best on-line event I have attended since I have been Export Manager at Sheppy’s Cider (close to 5 years.)”
Alex Sheen, Head of Sales at Sheppy´s Cider
“Thank you B&CCC for partnering with ProColombia to promote our country as a top business destination.”
Flavia Santoro, Former President of ProColombia, B&CCC services
“The conference was not only intellectually stimulating but also impeccably organised, which made the experience all the more enjoyable.”
Flor Paniagua, IFC, Trade and Investment Conference
“I am sure that the work of the British-Colombian Chamber of Commerce is contributing to Colombia’s prosperity, and it will continue to receive my Government’s full support. “
DR. Kim Howells, Former Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, B&CCC services
“We want to congratulate the B&CCC for creating this initiative (the Responsible Business Awards), which is of great value to companies such as Drummond Ltd, that have developed responsible business practices aligning their social, environmental and sustainability efforts. (…) For us it is important to participate in these spaces to learn about other companies in Colombia and the UK that also are working hard to carry out sustainable operations.”
José Linares, Drummond LTD, Responsible Business Awards
Attend our Events
Discover our comprehensive events programme. Networking is at the heart of what we do. All of our upcoming on-demand events, as well as our partner events, bring together leading figures from politics and business together with experts from our member companies to discuss and propose solutions to prevailing economic, political and trade issues that enhance the relationship between the UK, Colombia and Latin America.
News & Analysis
Our research services are tailored to find the right partner, channel or project and fast track with confidence your expansion plans in Colombia, Latin America or the United Kingdom.
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Signature Programmes
B&CCC Annual Conference
Our Annual Conference is back in September 2025. Register your interest to get the latest updates on the programme, speakers and topics.
B&CCC Fundraising Gala & Responsible Business Awards Ceremony
In 2025 we will combine fundraising activities, social gatherings, and the celebration of responsible business practices. UK and Colombian companies will have the opportunity to showcase their projects at the Gala Dinner. Applications for the event will open soon. Branding opportunities are available for interested parties.
Colombia Investment Roadshow
An idea originated by the Chamber, these events regularly present a portfolio of opportunities for British and European investors, as well as UK product and service providers in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, technology, and strategic minerals. This year, the event is a government-led initiative, so there are limited opportunities for brand exposure, showcasing technologies and products, and more.
Board meetings
The Board meets quarterly to discuss the activities of the Chamber. Membership applications are officially approved during these meetings, so please ensure your application is received beforehand. If you are a member and wish to include a topic on the agenda, please email it to us prior to the meeting. By invitation only. Meetings are held in April, July, October, and January.
Meet The Buyer Latin America
Our regular one-to-one sessions bring live opportunities from buyers across Latin America to UK and EU exporters. For further details, please get in touch with us here. Be sure to register to secure your spot! We are also interested in partnerships to deliver more events. All sectors are welcome.
Reino Unido Compra – UK Buy
Are you interested in exporting/importing from Colombia and Latin America? Meet top UK-qualified buyers regularly via videoconference or in person if you are travelling to London. We offer an extensive network of potential leads across the UK. We are also interested in partnerships to deliver more events. All sectors are welcome.
B&CCC Executive Round Tables
The event, exclusively for C-level executives, fosters meaningful dialogue to generate actionable outcomes. It helps businesses navigate Colombia’s evolving industries, including Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Oil & Gas, Mining, Fintech, Banking, and Insurance. Branding opportunities are available for interested parties.
Business Visits to Latin America
With over 25 missions and visits, our programmes are led by bilingual Trade & Investment experts. Save time and resources while maximising contact with prospective distributors, sales representatives and partners. Branding opportunities are available for interested parties. Whether you need individual support or wish to travel with a group of companies cost-effectively, we can help.
Entrepreneurship fair
We have joined forces with different networks that provide support to new and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Get a Consultation
Reach out to discuss your individual circumstances. Our strength lies in the relationships we have built over several years with governments, institutions, and businesses, from multinationals to start-ups. Examples include access to buyers in all jurisdictions, access to investors and projects, access to governments and much more.
