About EXPANDEERS
Expandeers is a multilingual global professional network of senior business development experts, providing reliable expansion support to SME around the world. Originally founded as GlobalSalesHelp.com back in the 1990s, we nowadays offer full Expansion Management and expansion services to SME in many ways: From strategy, set up, sales, market entry, marketing, digital business, business development up to staffing - we cover all segments a business could ask for.
As a consultancy firm and executor that specializes in helping midsize companies expand globally, we understand the importance of various factors that can make or break a company's success. One of the key areas we focus on is market research. By conducting a thorough analysis of the target market, competition, and potential opportunities in a new market, we are able to provide our clients with valuable insights that can guide their expansion strategies.
Founding Team Members
Michael Fisahn-Reinhard (Managing Partner)
Michael Fisahn-Reinhard is an international sales & marketing entrepreneur who founded global-sales-help.com in 2013. By that he started the first global network for full service business development projects. His core competency is market development and turn-around of international operations.
During the past 25 years, Michael gained his business development expertise at sales- and managing director posts of a variety of international corporations, located in the USA, Europe and Latin America. In 1989 he founded his first company, pioneering the IT services industry in Europe and Latin America. Michael has a degree in business administration and international marketing, earned at the University of Hannover (Germany) and at the University of Norman Oklahoma, U.S.A.. For further information, please write to mfisahn@expandeers.com
Gerrit D. Stroomann (Managing Partner)
Gerrit is an international business development expert with primary focus on digital and online channels as entering new markets with an online attempt, i.e. eCommerce can always be a supplemental or even an alternative way to expand a company globally. Gerrit has been in that business for over 20 years. He gathered operational experience at Bertelsmann, a Tchibo subsidiary, the boutique management consultancy diligenZ (now Accenture) and served as CEO of "The Reach Group". For several years now he owns his company ivisory digital solutions in Hamburg, where he also develops Global Digital Strategies accompanied by all brand and performance marketing measures, primarily in B2B segment. Customers include Deutsche Bahn, Google, Beiersdorf and many SME. Gerrit holds a university degree in marketing and international business (London, UK) as well as a British MBA awarded from London Metropolitan University. Furthermore, he is certified bank employee (ICC / Deutsche Bank). Please don't hesitate to contact him directly at GStroomann@expandeers.com
Wolfram Benesch (Co-Founder)
Wolfram is a business development and sales expert for D/A/CH, specialized on processes and IT-technology primarily focused on insurance and banking industry. He has been in that business for over 30 years. Operational experience he could gather at various major software- and consulting-companies as well as at ARAG Insurance Group.
Since 2006 he is self-employed and supports IT-companies as an interim sales manager, setting up sales organizations and sign responsibility for the (Key) Account Management. In 2012 he took over the 4ibiz AG in Munich, where he nowadays also serves as the chairman responsible for interim sales management. Wolfram holds a degree in computer sciences and initially started his career as a software developer, business analyst and business consultant. For direct contact, please email to wbenesch@expandeers.com.
Our global partners (exemplary)
OUR OFFICE VENUES
Compliance with local laws and regulations is another crucial aspect of global expansion. We work closely with our clients to ensure that they understand and comply with import/export laws, taxes, labor laws, and other regulations in the countries where they operate. This helps them to conduct business legally and ethically, reducing the risk of fines and penalties.
Effective communication is also vital when expanding globally. We provide our clients with translation and localization services, which help them communicate effectively with customers and partners in different countries. This includes providing translated materials such as websites, product documentation, and marketing materials.
Logistics and supply chain management are also critical to the success of a global business. We help our clients to manage the logistics of importing and exporting goods, as well as coordinating the movement of products through the supply chain. This ensures timely delivery and meets customer demands.
Managing currency risk and navigating financial regulations can be challenging for midsize companies. We provide financial and currency services such as foreign exchange, cross-border payments, and hedging to help our clients manage currency fluctuations and comply with financial regulations.
Cultural and business etiquette training is also important for building strong relationships with customers and partners in different countries. We provide our clients with cultural and business etiquette training, which helps them to understand cultural differences and build trust with their partners.
Another important aspect of global expansion is finding the right partners, agents or distributors. We help our clients to identify and work with local partners who can provide valuable insight into local markets and help them navigate the complexities of doing business in a new country.
Finally, in today's digital world, having a strong online presence and effective digital marketing strategy is essential for reaching customers and building brand awareness in new markets. We work with our clients to develop effective digital marketing strategies that increase visibility and drive sales in new markets.
In conclusion, as a consultancy firm, we understand that market research, compliance with local laws and regulations, translation and localization, logistics and supply chain management, financial and currency services, cultural and business etiquette training, business development and partners sourcing, and digital marketing are all crucial factors for midsize companies looking to expand globally. We work closely with our clients to help them navigate these complexities and achieve their global expansion goals.