About Us

About Us

Dearin & Associates is an international strategy consultancy that helps companies to scale internationally.

Cynthia Dearin

Cynthia Dearin helps mid-sized companies to scale internationally and amplify their impact in the world.

Our Team

Our team of international business advisors have deep experience working in international markets.

Our Impact

We invest in projects that build the social and economic wellbeing of disadvantaged women and girls.

Our Clients

We work with bold, fast-moving companies that want to scale and amplify their impact in the world.

Our Partners

Our trusted partners share our mission for supporting companies to scale internationally.
What We Do

Our Services

International Strategy

We help companies design and implement a winning international strategy.

Market Research & Modelling

We conduct qualitative and quantitative international market research.

International Pricing

We help companies price their products for global growth.

INTERNATIONAL SALES & DISTRIBUTION

We help companies find the ideal distributor and grow their international sales.

Global Growth Marketing

We help companies build a global brand and reach new customers.

GLOBAL Workforce STRATEGY

We connect ambitious companies with globally-minded professionals.

Who We Help

MANUFACTURING

We help manufacturing companies find international distributors, streamline systems and boost cashflow.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

We help food & beverage companies reach new customers and navigate the complexities of exporting internationally.

Technology

We help technology companies globalize their product and scale to the next level.

Professional Services

We help professional services firms gather market intelligence and choose the right international markets.

MARKETS WE SERVE

Our advisors support growth across key international markets:

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

We help companies enter Australia and New Zealand, and domestic companies to expand abroad.

ASIA PACIFIC

We help companies reach new markets throughout the Asia Pacific.

NORTH AMERICA

We help companies enter the U.S. market via our in-market representation and networks.

EUROPE & UK

We help companies expand to Europe and the UK, and European companies to expand abroad.
Resources

#GoGLOBAL BLOG

The latest insights into international expansion from our team of international experts.

Business Beyond Borders Podcast

Tune in as we unlock the secrets of making your business an international success.

Business Beyond Borders Book

Business Beyond Borders offers practical advice for business leaders expanding internationally.

International Business Training & Events

Attend one of our in-person events to build your international skills and drive growth.

Webinars

Watch replays of our webinars and masterclasses for business leaders.

International Expansion Resources

Power your international growth with practical tools and insights from our team of international experts.

The Blueprint for International Success™

A practical framework for scaling internationally with clarity, momentum and disciplined execution.

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Contact Us

About Us

About Us

Dearin & Associates is an international consultancy that helps companies to scale internationally.

Cynthia Dearin

Cynthia Dearin is on a mission to empower businesses to scale internationally and amplify their impact in the world.

Our Team

Our team of international business consultants have deep experience working in international markets.

Our Impact

We invest in projects that build the social and economic wellbeing of disadvantaged women and girls.

Our Clients

We work with fast-moving companies that want to scale and amplify their impact in the world.

Our Partners

Our partners share our mission for supporting companies to scale internationally.
What We Do

Our Services

International Strategy

We help companies design and implement a winning international strategy.

Market Research & Modelling

We conduct qualitative and quantitative international market research.

Cross-Border Consulting

We help companies overcome the challenges they face when operating across borders.

Global Growth Marketing

We help companies to reach new customers and generate sales in global markets.

International Distributor Search

We help companies find their ideal distributor in international markets.

INFORMATION SECURITY CONSULTING

We help companies secure their information against global cyber threats.

Who We Help

MANUFACTURING

We help manufacturing companies find distributors, streamline systems and boost cashflow in international markets.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

We help food & beverage companies reach new customers and navigate the complexities of exporting internationally.

Technology

We help technology companies globalize their product and scale to the next level.

Professional Services

We help professional services firms gather market intelligence and choose the right markets to enter internationally.
Resources

#GoGLOBAL BLOG

The latest insights into international expansion from our team of international experts.

Business Beyond Borders Podcast

Tune in as we unlock the secrets of making your business an international success.

International Business Training & Events

Join us at one of our upcoming events as we deep-dive into all things international expansion.

The Ultimate Guide to International Expansion

Everything you need to know about expanding your business globally in 2024 and beyond.

Why Go Global? e-book

There’s never been a better time to ‘go global’ and amplify your impact in the world – find out why.

7 Steps to International Success e-book

Find out the fundamental steps you need to take your company global.

Business Beyond Borders: Take Your Company Global

Business Beyond Borders offers straightforward, practical advice for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to amplify their impact on the international stage.

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Cynthia Dearin

International strategist on a mission to empower business leaders to scale globally

Cynthia Dearin helps mid-sized companies redefine what it means to succeed globally. As founder and international strategist at Dearin & Associates, she champions a new generation of business leaders who see trade as a force for prosperity, peace, and progress. Her work empowers leaders to scale internationally with purpose, clarity and confidence in a rapidly changing world.

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International business strategist, author and keynote speaker

Cynthia Dearin is an international business strategist, author and keynote speaker who is redefining what global success means in the twenty-first century.

As the founder and CEO of Dearin & Associates, she helps mid-sized companies to design and implement international growth strategies that are pragmatic, ethical and future-focused.

Cynthia’s background spans diplomacy, law and executive leadership, with experience advising businesses, governments and institutions around the world.

Her work explores how trade can serve as a force for prosperity, peace and progress — and how founders who think globally can multiply their impact and resilience.

TRUSTED BY

Trusted advisor to mid-market and government leaders

Over the past decade, Cynthia has worked with a range of mid-market, government and industry leaders, helping them elevate their international strategies and compete on the global stage, including:

ANZ
Qantas Airways
Qatar Airways
Ego Pharmaceuticals
Orica Mining
Aurizon Rail
The Fred Hollows Foundation
The Australian Hotels Association
The Export Council of Australia

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
New South Wales Government
Victorian Government
Enterprise Singapore
Mississippi Development Authority
Abu Dhabi Government
Dubai Airport Freezone

Author and host of Business Beyond Borders

Cynthia is the author of Camels, Sheikhs and Billionaires: Your Guide to Business Culture in the Middle East & North Africa and Business Beyond Borders: How to Take Your Company Global.

She is also the host of the Business Beyond Borders podcast, where she interviews leaders to unpack what it really takes to scale a business internationally.

Her forthcoming book, The Global Standard: Why the World Needs You to Go Beyond Borders, is a manifesto for a new era of international business — one where mid-sized firms lead global transformation through purpose, innovation and inclusion.

Through her writing, speaking and advisory work, Cynthia inspires business leaders to look beyond their borders, build resilient global strategies and help shape a more connected, prosperous world.

Business Beyond Borders Podcast

Listen to global growth leaders

The Business Beyond Borders podcast reveals the real stories behind international success — hosted by Cynthia Dearin.

From the blog

Global insights from Cynthia

A world map featuring a glowing blue network of undersea telecommunications lines mapping critical global internet infrastructure across oceans.

International Strategy

The New Geopolitical Map of the Internet Is Under the Ocean

The next phase of global business is being shaped by infrastructure most executives never see. Undersea cables form the backbone of the global internet. They carry the vast majority of the world’s international internet traffic and support the systems that modern companies depend on every day: banking, cloud computing, logistics, customer service, e-commerce, remote work, digital trade and, increasingly, artificial intelligence.

09/07/2026

A ship radar system on deck against a dramatic orange sunset sky at sea, representing surveillance and regional security risk.

International Strategy

China’s Missile Test Is a Business Signal, Not Just a Defence Story

China has just test-fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the South Pacific. For Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and the wider region, this is not just another defence headline. It is a reminder that the strategic environment in the Pacific is changing, and that change has consequences well beyond government and defence circles.

08/07/2026

A large commercial cargo ship navigating a narrow body of water under a dramatic sky, representing global supply chain risks and maritime logistics exposure.

International Strategy

The Strait of Hormuz Is Still a Business Risk

Iran is back in the headlines this week, as Tehran holds a state funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. But for business leaders, the real story is not the funeral. It is what is happening at sea. Because several weeks after the ceasefire was signed, the Strait of Hormuz is still not operating normally.

07/07/2026

Connect with Cynthia

Follow Cynthia’s thinking on global growth, geopolitics and international strategy.

The Blueprint for International Success

A practical framework for executives navigating international expansion with clarity and confidence.

Your Global Success Blueprint

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The Blueprint for International Success: A Step-by-Step Framework for Global Expansion

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Extraordinary Execution: Where Success is Won

What Happens When Execution is Sloppy?

Accelerator #2: Target a $1M Market

Accelerator #3: Focus on Your Ideal International Client

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Accelerator #4: Amplify Your Optimised Channel

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Accelerator #5: Prepare a Powerful Plan

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Accelerator #6: Know Your Numbers

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Accelerator #8: Activate Active Accountability

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Accelerator #10: Build a Top Team

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Accelerator #11: Supercharge Your Sales

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Global Fault Lines

Cynthia’s analysis of geopolitical forces shaping global business risk.

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In Conversation

Cynthia’s real-time commentary on global trade, geopolitics and international growth.

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Contact Cynthia

Book a Global Growth Call with Cynthia

Get in touch to find out how Cynthia can help you achieve your international goals.

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