Sample Assignments by Sector

​Agribusiness
Example Assignment: Avocado processing company seeking European market entry.

• Conduct market research on demand, pricing, and competitor activity in Italy, France, and Germany.
• Develop an entry strategy: direct sales, distributors, or licensing partnerships.
• Identify and introduce reliable European distributors; negotiate preliminary offtake agreements.
• Advise on EU food safety regulations, organic certifications, and labeling standards.

Outcome for the Client: Strategic clarity, pre-qualified partners, and a regulatory-compliant path to market.

Manufacturing
Example Assignment: Industrial machinery manufacturer expanding into Europe.

• Assess market demand and segment opportunities by industry (construction, energy, food processing).
• Provide pricing and positioning insights relative to European competitors.
• Advise on establishing a European subsidiary: legal setup, taxes, and operational requirements.
• Introduce distributors and technical service partners for local support.

Outcome for the Client: Faster market entry, clear competitive positioning, and operational readiness.

Technology & IT Services
Example Assignment: Fintech startup targeting European adoption.

• Identify markets with high adoption potential for mobile payments or digital banking solutions.
• Advise on GDPR and EU data protection compliance.
• Design a go-to-market strategy: channel partnerships, marketing localization, and B2B/B2C sales.
• Connect clients to corporate partners, banks, and venture collaborators in Europe.

Outcome for the Client: Regulatory compliance, partner access, and a roadmap for revenue growth.

Commodity Trading & Export
Example Assignment: Cocoa exporter seeking European buyers.

• Analyze demand for premium and sustainable cocoa products.
• Identify buyers, brokers, and chocolate manufacturers in Germany, Switzerland, and Belgium.
• Advise on logistics, customs, and certifications (Fairtrade, Organic, ISO).
• Conduct risk assessment: currency, shipping, and trade finance.

Outcome for the Client: Secure buyers, smooth logistics, and mitigated market risks.