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Expand your business to the Asia Pacific

We help you navigate Asia Pacific’s complexity to uncover growth opportunities and expand with confidence.

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Thinking of expanding to the Asia Pacific? Opportunity awaits.

From trade liberalisation to rapid digitalisation, the Asia-Pacific region continues to drive global growth in 2025. New supply-chain incentives in Indonesia and Vietnam, Singapore’s push to become a regional AI and green-tech hub, and Australia’s expanded trade agreements with ASEAN and India are opening major doors for global companies.

While shifting tariffs and regional tensions call for careful navigation, the overall trajectory is one of resilience and renewal. Manufacturing diversification, booming consumer markets, and investment in clean energy and infrastructure are reshaping the landscape — creating powerful openings for exporters, investors, and innovators alike.

With the right strategy and local insight, Asia Pacific remains one of the most dynamic regions on earth for companies ready to grow globally.

WHY EXPAND TO THE ASIA-PACIFIC?

Tap into the world's most lucrative market

Rising Middle Class

A rapidly expanding consumer base across Southeast Asia and India is driving demand for premium goods, services, and global brands.

Manufacturing Diversification

Shifting supply chains and new investment incentives are positioning Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia as alternatives to China.

Innovation & Technology Hubs

Singapore, South Korea, and Japan lead the region’s surge in AI, fintech, and clean-tech innovation, attracting global partnerships.

Trade & Investment Momentum

New agreements like RCEP and the Australia-India FTA are opening unprecedented access to fast-growing Asia-Pacific markets.

Our Services

We work with you to:

MARKET INTELLIGENCE

Understand demand for your product or service in the Asia Pacific

Understand your demand for your product or service in the Asia Pacific, and make evidence based decisions on which market is right for you, depending on your industry.

Our Asia Pacific market research services help you to scope opportunities, assess risks and barriers to entry, gain insights into customer tastes and preferences, identify the ideal mode of market entry and model the cost of doing business here.

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INTERNATIONAL STRATEGY

Develop an Asia Pacific market entry strategy

Develop a comprehensive market entry strategy that increases your momentum, impact and revenue in the Asia Pacific.

Our international market entry services help you to clarify your company’s global vision, make high quality decisions and navigate the complexity of the Asia Pacific region.

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Doing Business in the Asia Pacific

Accelerate your impact on-the-ground in the Asia Pacific

Understand how doing business in the Asia Pacific differs from your domestic market, and equip your team to succeed here.

Our cross border consulting services build your team’s competence in a range of core areas, including international marketing, lead generation, sales activation and cross cultural understanding.

We draw on our extensive networks on the ground to connect you with trusted contacts who can accelerate your results and impact in the Asia Pacific region.

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Why Work with Us

Trusted international business experts

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Asia Pacific market experts

We know the commercial landscape in the Asia Pacific like the back of our hand, and specialize in market entry strategy.

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On-the-ground networks

Our networks are second to none - we’ll connect you with the partners and suppliers we know, love and trust, so they can provide you with the same great service that we enjoy.

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Trusted by leading global brands

We have deep expertise in consulting to leading global brands, including Qantas, Aurizon, Qatar Airways, the Fred Hollows Foundation, Orica Mining and many other smaller brands.

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Multidisciplinary business advice

Our team includes experts in business strategy, law, accounting & taxation, negotiations, and banking, and we will guide you as you navigate the many aspects of the commercial environment.

Our Advisors

Meet our trusted international business experts

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Cynthia Dearin

Managing Director & International Strategist

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Nicolas Briand

Senior Advisor, AUSTRALIA & APAC

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Kathryn Read

SENIOR ADVISOR – EUROPE & APAC

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Gerald Garcia

Senior Advisor, People, Leadership & Growth Strategy

Our Clients

What our clients say

Dearin & Associates gave us the clarity and direction we needed to expand confidently across the Asia-Pacific region. Their in-depth market analysis and actionable recommendations identified the best countries to target, outlined key pricing and distribution strategies, and removed much of the uncertainty around international growth. Thanks to their expertise, we now have a clear, prioritised roadmap for scaling Backdoor Shoes globally with focus and confidence.

Backdoor Shoes

Working with Dearin & Associates transformed our global expansion from a daunting idea into a clear, actionable reality. Within just a year, Survival went from exploring options to trading in 22 countries, with strong distribution partners across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The team’s data-driven strategy, hands-on support, and expert guidance through distributor negotiations gave us the structure and confidence to scale internationally — and we’re now positioned for sustained global growth.

Mike Tyrrell

SURVIVAL

We didn’t really have an international strategy and were focused on too many markets. Dearin & Associates helped us identify Japan as the key market for us. We’re excited and energized at the opportunities in international markets, which are probably 10 times the size of our domestic market.

Gordon Irons

Enretech

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I had the pleasure of working with Gerald during my time as Marketing Director at SUSE on several high-impact APAC campaigns. He was instrumental in developing a LinkedIn strategy that turned individual profiles into lead-generation channels and elevated our brand visibility. Gerald’s energy, precision, and results focus consistently delivered real business outcomes, and his authentic leadership made him a true partner—someone who listens, understands challenges, and brings out the best in people.

Mary Martin

SUSE

Mike ran a 6-month project for us reviewing some key markets in Asia. His footwear and distribution knowledge were of great help, and he delivered a good piece of work on time.

Scott Thomson

Astley Clarke

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We had been trying to expand into overseas markets, spending a lot of time and money chasing opportunities but not getting the traction that we needed. Dearin & Associates helped us to choose markets sensibly, and follow a process to get traction quickly. We now have retail partners in Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore, and we boosted our international sales by $2 million in 12 months.

Tim Gray

Prophit Systems

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Insights into doing business in the Asia Pacific

Which countries offer the strongest opportunities right now?

Vietnam and Indonesia continue to lead on manufacturing and consumer market growth, while Singapore remains a hub for finance, innovation and regional headquarters. India and the Philippines are also seeing major inflows in tech, digital services and clean energy investment.

How are current trade policies affecting market access?

Regional integration through agreements like RCEP and the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA) is reducing tariffs and streamlining market entry, giving exporters and investors more predictable access across Asia Pacific.

Is the region still affected by supply chain disruptions?

Yes—but many countries are turning disruption into opportunity. Governments are investing heavily in logistics, ports and digital infrastructure to attract companies seeking to diversify beyond China and build more resilient regional supply networks.

What sectors are seeing the fastest growth?

High-growth areas include advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, agrifood, digital services, healthcare and premium consumer goods — all supported by rising middle-class demand and strong government incentives.

How can Dearin & Associates help my company expand here?

We help you assess market potential, identify local partners, navigate regulations and design a go-to-market strategy tailored to each country — giving you clarity and confidence to expand successfully across the Asia Pacific.

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