Wanted to thank you for the Cedar Investments Logo from a couple of years back. I am not in the process of starting another company "Built For Global" and will be starting new tournament. Great to see if you were available participate in this one.
My new company "Built For Global" is designed to be a consultancy to help US Companies identify opportunities in overseas markets. Target customer would be CEO, VP Sales & Marketing for mid size US companies. usually have some business in the US and now want to explore into new markets say in Asia and/or Europe, South America but do not know how to proceed forward. I have created a methodology (writing book) to teach them how to select the right markets, identify first partners, early customers, etc. For most US small and medium business they love to to enter big emerging markets like Indonesia, Brazil, etc as having a lot of future opportunity but their are so many things they do not understand including how to find partners, how to find customers, legal, banks, etc. (too much risk) they do not proceed forward.
From logo standpoint I am hoping to convey an image of ... tremendous opportunities for US SMB's ... Built For Global will train/help you tap into global opportunities, minimize the risks and allow you to assess markets quickly to avoid losing all of your money.
1) If you work with/use the Built For Global Method you will maximize your opportunity but minimize your risks. 2) Want to convey image of growth & opportunity. 3) Trying to get something that is subtle but powerful. Should be Masculine but Simple & clean (not too complex) 4) Image of necessity. Ie. US Companies honestly need to do this over we will be beaten by new economic powerhouses like China, India. 5) Image of being Economical (goal of service is to help US Business get into overseas markets in an economical way) 6) Image should be somewhat serious. 7) Modern 8) Want to convey spirit of adventure ... but should also need to show image of security (since doing international business is perceived to have a lot of risk).
Below, please find initial write up for the website (below)
Can't thank you enough Nancy ... target posting to LogoTournament this weekend.
Best regards,
Robert
Website Content Do you want to expand into new overseas markets without the effort being a major distraction to your existing business? Do you know which markets to pursue, which partners engage, as well as what are the inflection points to invest or pull back so you don’t lose your shirt in the process?
As trade borders become seamless and the world becomes more dependent on technology, companies increasingly need to acquire the tools and skills necessary to succeed in a competitive global market. Built For Global is designed to help you guide and craft a successful global actionable strategy to increase sales while getting your market expansion off to the best possible start.
Our methodology focuses on the challenge of the first 100 days to identify those critical milestones to measure your success and win those first beachhead customers. Learning how to manage risk and uncertainty in global markets enables you to address critical challenges when confronted with high levels of uncertainty, complexity, and change, and to gain the insight and capabilities needed to achieve sustainable impact.
Built For Global is based upon our own experience of successful market entry in dozen’s of markets, but also includes tips and advice from some of the best international business development experts I know.
Inside Built For Global, you’ll find out …
· Understand your current international market readiness, competitive advantage and determine potential international demand for your products and services
· A detailed blueprint on how to design a successful 100-day market entry plan that you’ll enjoy reaping the rewards from today, and will be ready to expand down the line.
· A step-by-step guide of how to create initial traction in an overseas market, from finding the right overseas agent to help sell your product and services all the way through to negotiating your first contract (including all the critical mistakes and pitfalls you should avoid to ensure you get paid).
· Tips and secrets that will allow you to define and measure performance, strategies on getting paid while creating a truly sustainable overseas business.
When you read Built For Global, you’ll discover more than just how to establish your company so you can successfully sell internationally. You’ll also find powerful strategies for getting more innovative, more profitable, and results from the time and energy you put into your business today. Following the principles in Built For Global will…
· Make your company a stronger competitor in the marketplace.
· Dramatically increase efficiency and productivity in all the key areas of your business.
· Produce new products more quickly, less expensively from sources around the world, distributed at lower costs, and customized for individual customers and clients.
· Increase profits by opening up critical bottle-necks in your business processes.
· Allow you to start stepping away from your business more often with the confidence that things will continue to run smoothly in your absence.
· And in turn, when the day comes that you’d like to cash out and sell your business, having built your business with these principles will allow you to…
· Quickly find a buyer, instead of spending years waiting for the right offer.
· Get the maximum amount of money for all the hard work you’ve put into building your company.
· Reduce the need for, or length of, an “earn out” where you are required to continue working at your company after it’s sold (when you’d rather be enjoying all the money you just made).
Wanted to thank you for the Cedar Investments Logo from a couple of years back. I am not in the process of starting another company "Built For Global" and will be starting new tournament. Great to see if you were available participate in this one.
My new company "Built For Global" is designed to be a consultancy to help US Companies identify opportunities in overseas markets. Target customer would be CEO, VP Sales & Marketing for mid size US companies. usually have some business in the US and now want to explore into new markets say in Asia and/or Europe, South America but do not know how to proceed forward. I have created a methodology (writing book) to teach them how to select the right markets, identify first partners, early customers, etc. For most US small and medium business they love to to enter big emerging markets like Indonesia, Brazil, etc as having a lot of future opportunity but their are so many things they do not understand including how to find partners, how to find customers, legal, banks, etc. (too much risk) they do not proceed forward.
From logo standpoint I am hoping to convey an image of ... tremendous opportunities for US SMB's ... Built For Global will train/help you tap into global opportunities, minimize the risks and allow you to assess markets quickly to avoid losing all of your money.
1) If you work with/use the Built For Global Method you will maximize your opportunity but minimize your risks. 2) Want to convey image of growth & opportunity. 3) Trying to get something that is subtle but powerful. Should be Masculine but Simple & clean (not too complex) 4) Image of necessity. Ie. US Companies honestly need to do this over we will be beaten by new economic powerhouses like China, India. 5) Image of being Economical (goal of service is to help US Business get into overseas markets in an economical way) 6) Image should be somewhat serious. 7) Modern 8) Want to convey spirit of adventure ... but should also need to show image of security (since doing international business is perceived to have a lot of risk).
Below, please find initial write up for the website (below)
Can't thank you enough Nancy ... target posting to LogoTournament this weekend.
Best regards,
Robert
Website Content Do you want to expand into new overseas markets without the effort being a major distraction to your existing business? Do you know which markets to pursue, which partners engage, as well as what are the inflection points to invest or pull back so you don’t lose your shirt in the process?
As trade borders become seamless and the world becomes more dependent on technology, companies increasingly need to acquire the tools and skills necessary to succeed in a competitive global market. Built For Global is designed to help you guide and craft a successful global actionable strategy to increase sales while getting your market expansion off to the best possible start.
Our methodology focuses on the challenge of the first 100 days to identify those critical milestones to measure your success and win those first beachhead customers. Learning how to manage risk and uncertainty in global markets enables you to address critical challenges when confronted with high levels of uncertainty, complexity, and change, and to gain the insight and capabilities needed to achieve sustainable impact.
Built For Global is based upon our own experience of successful market entry in dozen’s of markets, but also includes tips and advice from some of the best international business development experts I know.
Inside Built For Global, you’ll find out …
· Understand your current international market readiness, competitive advantage and determine potential international demand for your products and services
· A detailed blueprint on how to design a successful 100-day market entry plan that you’ll enjoy reaping the rewards from today, and will be ready to expand down the line.
· A step-by-step guide of how to create initial traction in an overseas market, from finding the right overseas agent to help sell your product and services all the way through to negotiating your first contract (including all the critical mistakes and pitfalls you should avoid to ensure you get paid).
· Tips and secrets that will allow you to define and measure performance, strategies on getting paid while creating a truly sustainable overseas business.
When you read Built For Global, you’ll discover more than just how to establish your company so you can successfully sell internationally. You’ll also find powerful strategies for getting more innovative, more profitable, and results from the time and energy you put into your business today. Following the principles in Built For Global will…
· Make your company a stronger competitor in the marketplace.
· Dramatically increase efficiency and productivity in all the key areas of your business.
· Produce new products more quickly, less expensively from sources around the world, distributed at lower costs, and customized for individual customers and clients.
· Increase profits by opening up critical bottle-necks in your business processes.
· Allow you to start stepping away from your business more often with the confidence that things will continue to run smoothly in your absence.
· And in turn, when the day comes that you’d like to cash out and sell your business, having built your business with these principles will allow you to…
· Quickly find a buyer, instead of spending years waiting for the right offer.
· Get the maximum amount of money for all the hard work you’ve put into building your company.
· Reduce the need for, or length of, an “earn out” where you are required to continue working at your company after it’s sold (when you’d rather be enjoying all the money you just made).