On 10 July, the British-Romanian Chamber of Commerce (BRCC) held one of its flagship events, the Garden Party. Taking inspiration from the era of Downton Abbey, the party was held in the elegant gardens of the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Bucharest. Decorated to reflect the timeless elegance of the post-Edwardian era, the event welcomed over 170 distinguished guests from both the public and private sectors, including government representatives, industry leaders and BRCC members.
The Garden Party benefited from the presence of the guest of honour, His Excellency Mr. Giles Portman, British Ambassador to Romania. In his speech, His Excellency, Mr. Giles Portman, British Ambassador to Romania, stated that, “It was a pleasure to attend the BRCC Garden Event and extend my warm congratulations to Robert Uzună as the new Chairman of the Board, as well as to the newly appointed Board. A warm welcome as well to all the members of the Chamber who joined us, and also to those who aren’t members but came along this evening – we hope to see more of you in the future. It’s encouraging to see such a strong and engaged Chamber community.”
His Excellency also highlighted the UK’s growing role in the Romanian economy: “We remain committed to supporting UK businesses in Romania, working closely with the Romanian government to improve transparency, predictability, and market access.
I was delighted to hear that, for the first time, the UK has become the largest inward investor to Romania in the first half of this year, surpassing even the US. That’s a testament to the drive and hard work of many and we’re proud to play a part in that success.”
Mr. Robert Uzună, Vice President for Corporate Affairs at Ursus Breweries and the Chairman of BRCC Board stated in his opening speech that “I would like thank our community of friends of BRCC who joined us in celebrating together in classic, British-style ambiance. It is a special occasion for us, as we are acknowledging the presence of HM Ambassador Giles Portman, from now on in his capacity as Honorary President of BRCC. HM Ambassador’s acceptance is a sign of renewed support and synergy between the efforts of British Government and the business community represented by our Chamber’s members in driving the economic growth between Romania and Great Britain. We are also happy and grateful for the kind support we’ve gathered from our distinguished sponsors. Last, but not least, we are welcoming all our guests to consider attending our other flagship events and to join the ranks of BRCC for what proves to be a thriving and increasingly more successful community.”
As a promoter of bilateral relationships, BRCC’s role is to nurture a strong cooperation with both the British Embassy in Romania and the Romanian Embassy in the United Kingdom, to reinforce trade relations and encourage impactful partnerships.
The evening facilitated meaningful dialogue and collaborative opportunities in an atmosphere of charm and diplomacy.
The soft tones of a live harp performance welcomed attendees, followed by a soulful jazz ensemble that set a sophisticated tone throughout the evening. A highlight of the evening was the UNARTE fashion showcase, presenting a curated collection that blended vintage elegance with contemporary style and offered a refined tribute to timeless sophistication. Adding a distinctive touch to the evening, guests admired a vintage Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sedanca de Ville by Windovers a symbol of timeless craftsmanship from the Țiriac Collection that beautifully echoed the Downton Abbey atmosphere.
The evening ended in style, with a spectacular fireworks display – the perfect finale to a night of sophistication and shared experiences.
Our partners’ support and engagement are at the heart of the BRCC Garden Event’s continued success. We are honored to share the reflections of three of our valued partners who contributed to this year’s celebration:
“It was a true pleasure for Farmavet Group to support the BRCC Garden Event in what was an evening of elegance, meaningful dialogue, and celebration. We were especially honored by the presence and thoughtful remarks of His Excellency Giles Portman, British Ambassador to Romania, as well as by the opportunity to engage with such a distinguished group of guests and professionals. At Farmavet Group, we believe in long-term partnerships — and that belief is exactly why we chose to support this event.” Tomasz Modzelewski – CEO, Farmavet Group
” It was an honor to take part in BRCC’s Downton Abbey event, a thoughtfully curated evening that captured both the charm of a bygone era and the strength of today’s bilateral ties. The presence of His Excellency Mr. Giles Portman added depth to the gathering, reminding us of the enduring partnership between the UK and Romania. We remain committed to supporting initiatives that bring together leaders across diplomacy, business, and culture.” Dan Schwartz – Managing Partner, RSM Romania
“It was a pleasure to be a partner at the BRCC Garden Event 2025, which brought together such a dynamic and inspiring community. Representing Wood Romania, a subsidiary of a global consulting and engineering Group, we found the experience to be an excellent opportunity for bilateral UK-Romania collaboration, knowledge exchange, inspiring speeches and meaningful dialogue. We are proud to have contributed to its success and look forward to future initiatives that continue to drive innovation and connection. We thank BRRC for a truly unique and unforgettable evening!” Oana Stan – Finance and Commercial Manager Romania, Wood
The British-Romanian Chamber of Commerce extends heartfelt thanks to all partners, sponsors, and guests for making this event a memorable success. BRCC remains dedicated to fostering partnerships, promoting cross-border opportunities, and supporting the continued growth of British Romanian business relations.
We extend our sincere thanks to the students of the International British School of Bucharest (IBSB), who generously dedicated their time during the summer holiday to welcome our distinguished guests. Their presence, professionalism, and warm hospitality added a special touch to the event, for which we are truly grateful.
We would like to sincerely thank our partners, without whom this event wouldn’t have been possible:
- Bronze Partners: Wood., Groupama, Regina Maria – Rețeaua Privată de Sănătate, RSM Romania, TGS Romania, Skylane
- Jewelry Partner: TEILOR
- Strategic Partner: Public Affairs Solutions
- Wellness Partner: THAIco SPA
- Supporting Partners: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Nuii, Doctor Skin, Natural Paris, A Vintage Treasure, Zea et Sia, El Unico, Dacris, Nita Sao, Agrii, Tiriac Collection, Mobexpert
- Official Wine Partner: Castel Mimi
- Official Beer Partner: Ursus Breweries
- Official Aqua Partner: Nazzuro Aqua
- Media Partners: Nine O’Clock, The Diplomat Bucharest, Pria Events, Business Review , EventsMax, Lion House
About British Romanian Chamber of Commerce
The British Romanian Chamber of Commerce is the premier business-led organisation promoting bilateral trade and investment between the United Kingdom and Romania. Our mission is to facilitate and increase trade between those two countries through business-to-business dialogue.
The British Romanian Chamber of Commerce plays an influential role in creating and sustaining an environment in which free-trade and investment flourishes. Through the facilitation of partnerships, and with an extensive network of influential corporate and individual members, the British Romanian Chamber of Commerce provides the resource, knowledge and infrastructure support vital to UK companies to make the most of emerging opportunities in Romania, and for Romanian companies to do business in the established markets of the UK.
Established in 1998, the BRCC is an independent organisation, owned entirely by its members, with offices in London, Bucharest, Cluj and Timisoara.
