International Expansion Manager/Project Manager
Paris, Ile De France, Fr
• Managed 45+ strategic international development projects for companies across many sectors (advanced manufacturing, fintech, medical, etc.) providing market research, go-to-market recommendations/budgeting, held P&L responsibilities, conducted expert interviews, represented clients at meetings on their behalf, and was clients’ first US account executive• Spearheaded channel partnerships with government agencies (UK Trade and Investment, Investment Canada, ApexBrasil, etc.), financial institutions (Santander, Citizens Bank, Credit Agricole), and international law firms• Identified countries with market entry potential through evaluation of market data (regulatory factors, economic, demographics, due diligence, and sales potential)• Identified additional opportunities for clients’ product/service based on consumer trends, extensive research, competitive analysis, expert recommendations, etc.• Worked alongside American clients to identify opportunities for R&D collaborations, corporate partnerships, export potential, etc. in foreign markets. • Developed strong relationships with officials within domestic and foreign governments assisting with foreign direct investment and trade to assist with companies’ internationalization needs (providing introductions, financial incentives, etc.).