BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Connecting businesses and opportunities in Europe

WE HELP COMPANIES TO THRIVE ABROAD

 

Internationalizing your company can be a complex task, but we are here to assist you at every step of the process.

We specialize in providing the necessary support to maximize your export potential and ensure a successful landing of your business in the target country. We tailor our approach to the market according to your needs and budget, with the main goal of generating business opportunities in the most efficient and effective way possible. We develop and implement customized international sales strategies and execute them to consolidate and maintain your export operations, whether in full or partially.

We also offer a range of additional services, such as representation at trade fairs, visiting potential clients, securing local storage space, and conducting practical market studies to evaluate the potential of your product. Whether you require temporary or permanent support in any commercial activity, we have got you covered.

Our team consists of specialized personnel with experience in various areas, possessing knowledge in specific sectors, on-site and online research capabilities, networking, contract negotiation, technical and commercial training, and account maintenance. This ensures that every phase of your internationalization project is managed with the utmost care and attention to detail.

In summary, when you choose our company as your internationalization partner, you can be confident that you will receive comprehensive and personalized support at every step of the process.

 

B2B SALES LEADS GENERATION

 

 

Outsourcing the identification of business leads can be a key success factor in accelerating the growth of your business internationally.

With over 20 years of experience, we have developed a successful methodology to identify and connect with optimal prospects for your company.

Our experienced international business development team will work closely with your company to understand your commercial objectives and tailor our services to your specific needs.

Outsourcing these tasks can save you time and resources, allowing you to focus on what matters most: closing deals and growing your business.

Let us support you in expanding your business internationally.

REMOTE-HYBRID SALES/COMMERCIAL SUPPORT

 

Whether it is selling  products or services of our clients in the target market or adapting their offer to the targeted market, we will take care of the full or partial planning and execution of international sales projects.

We look for business development opportunities, analyze market potential, develop and implement strategy and manage the day-to-day operation, in close communication with our clients, following the firm’s philosophy, mission and vision.

VIRTUAL MARKET RESEARCH

 

Our Virtual Market Research focuses on helping clients achieve business goals through thorough analysis of the target market. We conduct detailed research, identify opportunities, and suggest cost-effective solutions.

We also generate lists of potential prospects for short and long-term success. Our services include market research, data analysis, strategic approach, and prospect generation.

We ensure clients have the information they need for informed decisions and maximizing growth and profitability in the target market. Trust our expertise for industry success.

VIRTUAL ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

 

We take care of all the administrative needs of the target market. Whether it’s translation, correspondence management, email triage, press releases, and much more, we have executive assistants available to our clients for the duration of the project.

We provide daily administrative services necessary to optimize efficiency, such as basic accounting, report generation, coordination/follow-up of team tasks, minutes, and travel planning.

A flexible on-demand service.

 

REMOTE-HYBRID TRADE SUPPORT

 

Our team organizes  Trade Missions & Exhibitions from A to Z. We support companies, institutions and governmental agencies to get the best possible ROI on their trade visit.

We assist  in the organization of a company’s presence at an international exhibition, from setting up  stands  to the organization of business appointment with clients or prospects and follow up. We can assist  in attending  stands or visiting a specific exhibition of interest, to research-contact the market and report our findings for further follow up, if required.

CASE EXAMPLES

Just a few examples of work carried out in the past

INDUSTRIAL

Specialists in Remote Monitoring & Control of Pipelines

Activity: Market study, introduction, and implementation of market recommendations

A market study was carried out to find out about the potential competition and market opportunity for the firm in Spain.  Later, an agenda was put together to visit potential targets, resulting in several test cases requirements from large oil & gas companies.  A dedicated account manager was hired and supervised to manage the Spanish territory for successful follow-up and implementation in the market.

CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

Activity: Full implementation of activities for a dutch multinational in consumer electronics

As a first step the rent of a suitable warehouse was negotiated. After full build up of a 5000 m2 warehouse and 400 m2 of office space, the necessary personnel was hired, both for warehouse and office personnel, to start operations. Our consultancy firm handled the start up of this operation, building a distribution network all over Spain and Portugal, reaching expected sales within 2 years.

BIOTECH (CRO)

Activity: Two UK companies in Molecule synthesis, clinical trials and support services

Action: Sell services to Spanish and Portuguese Pharma industry

Over the course of three years, these firms where introduced by our firm to big Pharma in both countries, resulting in contracts summing over €2 Million per year. This was the result of broad market research and successful introduction to the Pharma industry, who were accompanied to the visit and received the necessary support and follow up.

HEALTH CARE

Medical Consumables

Activity: Trade mission to several countries

A group of 8 German companies, active in the medical consumables market, joined forced and together with our German Associate several trade missions where organised to among others, Spain, Italy and France, to have round table meetings and one-to-one meetings with potential distributors in those countries, resulting in several very successful matches.

CONSUMER PRODUCTS

Beauty products

Activity: Set up distribution network

A well known Spanish skincare company assigned us with setting up the Benelux distribution market. For 10 years Global Network Europe has taken care of managing the distribution, control of warehouse and attention to clients for the brand.

GREEN ENERGY

Training and Maintenance of windmills

Activity:  Finding clients in Spain

A UK firm, experts in training teams in safe maintenance of windmills by a.o. abseiling was presented to large wind energy providers and set up a training office. 

INDUSTRIAL

Fire, Acoustic, and Thermal Applications Solutions

Activity:  Market study and introduction

A UK firm, supplier of thier trusted brand for high-rise buildings, construction, building services, OEM and many other industries, commissioned a market study and introduction resulting in several profitable contracts. Long term relations were established for the continuation of presence in the market.

CONSUMER GOODS

Food Supplements

Activity:  Market study Mexico

We carried out a comprehensive market study of the mexican market for a leading dutch manufacturer of food supplements. A trade visit was carried out, resulting in good contacts with several mexican distributors. 

CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Professional music Managers 

Activity:  Setting up a distribution network in Spain

A leading manufacturer of music managers for the hotel, restaurants, and bars, commissioned us to set up, and manage, the business in the Iberian Peninsula. A local music expert was hired to feed local music, a distribution network was set up, and the subscription model was managed, resulting in a successful establishment in the market. 

MULTI SECTOR

Mission of 10 companies from Jalisco, Mexico, to the Netherlands and Belgium.

Activity:  Organize seminars with government institutions, round tables and one-to-one meetings. 

For the duration of 4 days a full agenda was organized, meeting with Chambers of Commerce, Industry Associations and private firms, including all logistics, translation services when necessary and free time activities. Follow up was carried out for several companies to effectively close deals after the visit.

FOOD INDUSTRY

 

Trade fair presence in Barcelona’s Alimentaria by 6 welsh F&D firms

Activity: Set up one-to-one meetings with international firms during the course of the fair

Prior to the beginning of the trade fair, European distributors were contacted and meetings were set up to be held during the duration of the fair. Translation support was given during these meetings and the necessary follow up made after ending the trade mission.

ATTRACTING FDI INTO SPAIN

 

For over a decade, we have  represented the Board of Investment of Thailand, dedicated to fostering Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Spain.  Through our expertise and extensive experience, we have consistently played a pivotal role in catalyzing economic growth and international collaboration.

 

For 8 years we represented International business Wales, which is the Trade and Investment Arm of the Welsh Government with a database of over 3500  Welsh firms in a large variety of industries. We represented over 50 firms in their quest to access the Spanish Market. 

AND MANY MORE...

 

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