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How do we attract and retain the best talent?
Recently I was asked the question: 'What keeps you up at night?’ Being a CEO, there are many things I obsess about, but one persistent question I have everyday is - how do we attract the best talent?
Jack Zhang
•5 minutes
A message from our Co-founder and CEO
I recently sat down to reflect on some of Airwallex's major achievements in 2021. From entering new markets and innovating new products, to reaching a US$5.5 billion valuation - 2021 was one for the books. In my latest blog, I look back at the team’s amazing accomplishments.
Jack Zhang
•10 minutes
Business banking
Why you should start an eCommerce business this Chinese New Year
As Hong Kong extends its lockdown measures into Chinese New Year, many people are turning to online shopping to do their shopping.
Alice Wong
•2 mins
Accounting
What are retained earnings? Advantages and disadvantages
Learn what retained earnings are, how they affect business, and their advantages and disadvantages for company finances and shareholder dynamics.
Regina Lim
•4 minutes
Airwallex news
Airwallex helps streetwear brand Young Goat spread their message globally
We caught up with the co-founder of streetwear brand Young Goat about their collaboration with Black Minds Matter, and how they took their business global.
Tilly Michell
•2 minutes
Business banking
What is open banking, how does it work, and why does it matter?
Learn what open banking is, how it works, and how it’s shaping the financial landscape in the UK and Europe.
Tilly Michell
•4 minutes
Business banking
How to write a killer business plan
Business plans are essential for getting investors onboard and steering your company into a successful future. Learn how to write a killer business plan with our step-by-step guide.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes
Business banking
How to open a euro business bank account from the UK
If you’re a UK business with customers or suppliers in Europe, opening a euro bank account can save you a lot of money, here's how.
Tilly Michell
•3
Business banking
How to calculate cost of sales for your business
In this article we’ll talk you through the ins and outs of cost of sales, and why it’s such a vital concept for businesses.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes
Airwallex news
Airwallex helps FBA acquirer Olsam scale across borders
Sam Horbye, co-founder of the fast growing Amazon FBA aggregator, Olsam, shares how Airwallex has helped his company scale across borders.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes
What the founder of Celle Skin learned from launching in the US
In this special Airwallex Customer Airtime episode, former Shark Tank ‘Shark’ Naomi Simson, caught up with the founder of Celle Skin to discuss the unexpected obstacles of launching into the US market—and how to overcome them.
Shani Ishigaki
•3 minutes
Finance operations
How we are keeping abreast of changes in the world of economic sanctions
As a global company, Airwallex must comply with different sets of economic sanctions, while also facilitating the global business of our clients. In this article, Amir Fadavi, Sanctions Compliance Specialist explores economic sanctions and why they are important.
Amir Fadavi
•7 minutes
Online payments
How to sell internationally on Amazon from the UK
In this article, we’ll cover how to set up a global Amazon seller account, how to make your product stand out to international customers, and how you can reduce the costs associated with selling products on Amazon across borders.
Tilly Michell
•6 minutes
Transfers
What is a Telegraphic Transfer (TT) and how do they work?
A telegraphic transfer refers to an electronic payment between two accounts and is often used for high-value and international transactions. Our article dives into everything you need to know.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•9 minutes
Business banking
4 Habits of highly successful eCommerce businesses
Want to learn the secrets of eCommerce success? Start with these four purpose-led, customer-centric and experience-driven growth strategies.
Shani Ishigaki
•7 minutes
Business banking
How ClassBento scaled their business overseas during a global pandemic
Learn how creative marketplace, ClassBento, enabled bespoke workshops to thrive during the pandemic by connecting crafters to online classes around the world.
•4 minutes
Expense management
Reduce Google, Facebook and LinkedIn ad spend with this one hack
Because Google, Facebook and LinkedIn adverts are billed internationally, companies can incur additional charges when paying their bills. Here's how to avoid those fees.
Tilly Michell
•4 mins
IBAN discrimination: what is it and what are my options?
IBAN discrimination is illegal, plain and simple. But if you do find yourself caught between a rock and a hard place, it’s helpful to know your options.
Jullian Duran
•2 minutes
Business banking
Infographic: 77% of UK businesses plan to expand their international presence in 2022, according to poll
An Airwallex poll of UK small and medium-sized businesses has found that more than three quarters plan to expand their international presence in 2022. But international currency exchange fees threaten to hamper growth.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes
Business banking
How to switch your business bank account in the UK
If you’re tired of clunky, outdated systems, poor customer service and unnecessary charges, it might be time to switch business bank accounts. Check out our guide on how to make the switch.
Tilly Michell
•5 minutes
Airwallex news
Airwallex partners with Brandbassador
Building brand awareness is a key challenge for all businesses, especially smaller ones. With Brandbassador, businesses can reward their customers with perks when they promote their products online.
Tilly Michell
•6 minutes
Corporate cards
How Bowtie uses virtual corporate cards to streamline its operations in Hong Kong
Airwallex offers free virtual company cards that allow users to make online payments in multiple foreign currencies. Learn how Bowtie uses Airwallex to set-up free corporate cards for its employees and track their spending in real-time on Ariwallex’s online portal.
Alice Wong
•3 mins
Business banking
How to open a business bank account in the UK
When opening a business bank account in the UK, the process itself is reasonably straightforward, and there are a number of key documents and pieces of information you need to provide. Follow our guide to getting started.
•5 minutes
Attract, Develop, Retain: Top Talent to Transform Your Business with Naomi Simson
Top talent has the power to transform your business completely. Top talent also contributes diverse thinking and ways of working. Traditional models of recruitment, performance conversations and working styles are long gone, so how can we go about rethinking them?
•11 mins