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 their ideal international distributor and grow sales.

International Financial Strategy

We help companies grow globally and profitably.

Global Growth Marketing

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

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

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 United States and Canada 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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How is Dearin & Associates Helping Small Businesses Leverage International Opportunities?

In a recent event organized by OFX, Cynthia Dearin discussed how Dearin & Associates can help small businesses expand into international markets.

Dearin & Associates launched the International Business Accelerator (IBA) in 2017. The IBA is a structured training and coaching program that speeds up and de-risks the process of taking a small business into international markets.

The program runs over 12 months and addresses all the questions that arise when SMEs are trying to expand from local into international markets.

If you’re watching these shifts play out, the key question is not just what’s happening – but how it impacts where and how you expand.

Get a Global Expansion Risk Snapshot

A quick, structured view of how current geopolitical developments are impacting your target markets – and what to do next.

Or start with the Blueprint for International Success → Get the Blueprint

Jemima Snow

Jemima Snow is an international marketing specialist and Head of Digital at Dearin & Associates. She is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and has a background in international business and digital marketing.

Jemima Snow

Jemima Snow is an international marketing specialist and Head of Digital at Dearin & Associates. She is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and has a background in international business and digital marketing.

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Australian industrial manufacturer developing a US sales and distribution strategy with American distributors and manufacturers' representatives.

International Distribution

How to Build a Sales and Distribution Strategy for the US Market?

Entering the US market requires more than establishing a local office and appointing distributors. Australian manufacturers need a sales and distribution strategy that reflects customer locations, buying behaviour, channel partner capabilities and operating costs. Drawing on a Dearin & Associates client case study, this article examines how stronger sales processes, manufacturers’ representatives and clearer management responsibilities can improve performance in the American market.

Cynthia Dearin 19/10/2026

US market validation before international expansion

International Market Entry

How to Test Demand in the US Before You Commit to a Full Launch?

The US is large, fragmented and complex. Learn how to test whether demand is concentrated, accessible, repeatable and commercially viable before investing heavily.

Cynthia Dearin 16/10/2026

Shoppers from diverse backgrounds in an Australian retail environment

International Market Entry

Australia’s multicultural consumer market: where international brands can find early demand?

Almost one-third of Australia’s population was born overseas, creating substantial consumer communities across the country’s major cities. For international brands, understanding those communities can help identify early customers, priority products and more focused entry points into Australia.

Cynthia Dearin 16/10/2026

Navigating Global Uncertainty?

Get a clear view of how current geopolitical shifts are impacting your target markets – and what to do next.