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Our Newsletter – Q2 2025

MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO The first half of 2025 has been a turning point for many of our clients. We’re seeing organizations split into two clear groups: those that embrace agility and evolve, and those still stuck in reactive mode. Our clients are responding to shifting trade environments, growing AI regulation, and deepening talent shortages with sharper, faster decisions. […]

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Growth isn’t a department, It’s a company-wide discipline

International Executive Consulting (IEC) encounters many leadership groups who believe that marketing and sales departments hold responsibility for growth. The leadership of the company places growth responsibilities on the CRO and CMO or has designated this duty to the new Head of Business Development. Any company attempting to scale in competitive markets will be limited […]

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Turnaround isn’t only for failing companies, it’s the CEO’s best strategic reset tool

The CEO should use turnaround strategies as their most essential strategic reset method which goes beyond helping failing companies Business literature commonly links turnaround initiatives with desperate corporate situations including declining sales and escalating expenses along with widespread employee terminations while executives fight to survive. A restricted interpretation of this term exists today and creates […]

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The hidden risk in scaling: why growth without structure kills mid-market companies

Every business owner dreams about expanding their operations. After surviving the startup phase and demonstrating product-market fit and earning customer loyalty you become eligible for the top prize. The majority of companies within tech and manufacturing along with CPG and professional services face stability threats when they experience rapid growth. International Executive Consulting LLC (IEC) […]

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The real ROI of a fractional CEO, COO, CSO, or CRO in a $10M–$75M company

Businesses generating $10M to $75M face mounting pressure from the unstable economic conditions to create profitable growth and execute complex transformations before deciding their future direction. These high-stakes situations frequently require executives to lead but most organizations lack the necessary leadership strength to win. The expense of hiring a full-time executive along with the prolonged […]

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From factory floor to boardroom: solving manufacturing growth bottlenecks

Manufacturing companies face mounting demands to achieve sustainable growth along with customer expectation fulfillment and operation modernization in the current competitive environment. Various levels of business operations face different growth bottlenecks including supply chain disruptions and labor shortages as well as outdated technology and inefficient team coordination. Leadership teams resolve symptoms through late shipments and […]

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Inside the C-Suite Playbook: How we align strategy, operations, and sales to drive results

At International Executive Consulting (IEC), we understand that the fastest-growing, most resilient SMBs don’t operate in silos. Instead, they win by ensuring their strategic vision, operational discipline, and sales execution are in constant, deliberate alignment. This is more than a theory, it’s a tested playbook that we use across client engagements to transform fragmented efforts […]

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Breaking Into the U.S. Market: A Playbook for International SMBs

The United States remains one of the most attractive markets for international small and midsize businesses (SMBs). With more than 330 million consumers, world-leading innovation hubs, and a highly competitive but opportunity-rich economy, it’s no wonder businesses across Europe, Canada, and the Middle East view U.S. expansion as a critical growth milestone. However, entering the […]

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Turnaround vs Transformation: When is each strategy right for your business?

In the life of every company, there comes a moment when business as usual is no longer sustainable. Revenue stalls. Margins shrink. Talent exits. Customer satisfaction dips. Leadership teams are forced to ask: Do we need a turnaround or a transformation? While these two terms are often used interchangeably, they represent very different strategic approaches, objectives, […]

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