Nicolas Briand partners with premium food and beverage brands to unlock international growth by turning bold global ambitions into clear, executable strategies. With more than 15 years of leadership experience across Australia, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, he brings deep expertise in market entry, pricing strategy, and distributor partnerships.

Nicolas has a proven track record in high-stakes negotiations, organisational transformation, and revenue growth, having led major restructures and international expansions in complex sectors including manufacturing, energy, and public transport.

At Dearin & Associates, he helps clients pinpoint their best-fit international markets, build scalable pricing and product strategies, connect with high-quality distributors, and negotiate deals that drive sustainable, profitable expansion.

Fluent in French and English and holding dual French-Australian nationality, Nicolas seamlessly bridges cultural and commercial divides, enabling brands to compete and thrive on the global stage.