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Mike Todd

International sales strategist helping bold brands expand globally

Mike Todd helps ambitious consumer brands break into new markets with clear strategy, disciplined execution, and the right international partners. He designs global go-to-market strategies, secures high-performing distributors, and builds the commercial systems that turn international potential into real revenue.

Global track record

  • 30+ years in international sales leadership
  • Built distribution networks across 40+ markets
  • Experience in UK, Europe, APAC & North America
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Strategy that sets you up for global success

Breaking into international markets requires more than ambition—it requires the right plan, the right partners, and a commercial model built for scale. Mike works with CEOs and commercial leaders to define international strategy with precision, balancing market opportunity with operational reality.

He maps the right entry points, designs profitable pricing and margin structures, and builds a clear GTM roadmap so brands know exactly how to enter, grow, and win.

If your expansion demands a structured, evidence-based strategy, Mike ensures every decision is grounded, tested, and aligned for long-term success.

Execution that builds momentum and drives revenue

Where many consultants stop at the strategy deck, Mike rolls up his sleeves. Whether stepping in as a Fractional VP of International or guiding your team through a market-entry program, he brings operational rigour and hands-on leadership to accelerate results.

From distributor scouting and vetting, to building partner onboarding systems, to negotiating commercial agreements, Mike ensures execution stays sharp, timely, and commercially sound.

The outcome: real-world traction, aligned partners, and sales pipelines that turn global ambition into measurable growth.

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What Mike's clients say

Partnering with Dearin & Associates completely changed the trajectory of our global expansion. Their Blueprint for International Success gave us the structure and clarity we’d been missing, helping us refine our pricing, optimise our systems, and build the right team to scale internationally. Within eight months, we secured seven distributors across Europe and generated purchase orders that more than covered our investment. We now have the confidence, strategy, and momentum to grow Redsbaby into a truly global brand.

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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.

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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.

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Mike Todd consulted to Love To Dream over a four month period. He was responsible for working directly with our distributors to maximise sales and orders. Amongst many things Mike organised an international distributor conference in Germany, all content and presentation was done by Mike and the markets responded very positively to the conference, so much so this is now a yearly event. Mike also advised on various strategic decisions that have helped increase our revenue to date. Always coming to work a vibrant and lovely disposition I would not hesitate to work with Mike again.

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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.

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A global operator with 30+ years of experience

Raised in the UK and seasoned across four continents, Mike understands the cultural, commercial, and operational dynamics that shape global growth.

His career spans manufacturing, food & beverage, consumer goods, and distribution—giving him a rare ability to bridge boardroom strategy with boots-on-the-ground execution.
Clients turn to Mike for his entrepreneurial mindset, straight-talking guidance, and ability to spot opportunities others miss.

If your brand is ready to expand globally, he brings the expertise and network to make it happen.

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