Exporting - “Breaking out of the USA” Many USA companies say they “want to go International”, but few have the resources to map an international strategy and many are simply inexperienced. That’s why Wiest & Co. assists in • Prioritizing Markets • Realistic Assessing of Pricing • Estimating the Price of Commitment & Brand Development Importing into USA USA is a rich but costly market to enter. There are significant barriers: • High Logistic costs • Expensive Brand building, • Slotting Fees and • One-Time Orders without permanent listing. Low Cost Licensing & Franchising • Franchising Reduces Capital needs • Assistance in finding reliable Licensees		Wiest & Co. identifies Targets. It starts with: Assessing • Your company’s Strengths, • Weaknesses, • The Market, • Competitors • Your Objectives in Seeking Acquisitions. Adds a Strategic Plan - key elements • A Product that Consumers Value • Employees who Develop Products • A Company that develops Employees • A Network of Partners who Increase Value Partners for Fair Market Valuation • Wiest & Co. works with VC’s, investment banks and their analysts to provide Financial valuations., but is not involved in transactions. • Wiest & Co. builds on connections with international investors & angels. previous ways to grow