Distributors

Activating your Distributor for a Successful European Expansion

In my experience working with small businesses, the most typical mistake after they pick a distributor, is that they believe the job is over. Activating distribution channels is one thing I help my clients with. By doing this, you are securing your distributor’s attention. Keep in mind distributors have other things to promote, and their [...]

How Engaging Your Distributors Helps with Your European Expansion

As a small business, you may not know how to approach distributors or partners, so engaging your distributors is key to the success of your exporting efforts. There are different ways to approach them, and one of them is when you attend trade shows or digital congresses. Directly contacting your selection of potential distributors is [...]

3 Steps in Selecting Your Distributors when Exporting in Europe

For small businesses that want to venture out and start exporting in the European market, I always advise them to be picky with distributors! It is okay to be selective, even if your business is small. Before signing up a distributor, be sure to evaluate them carefully. Many small businesses are so eager to speak [...]

Profiling Your Distributors is the First Step to Success

I have worked with many small Australian businesses in high-tech industries, ranging from medical devices, biotechnology, clean technologies, ICT to electronics and advanced manufacturing during the past fifteen years. I noticed the common mistake they commit is hiring the first European distributor they come across when they decide to export. They believe hiring a distributor [...]