Manufacturing stands at a critical point in its development. Small and mid-sized manufacturers across the United States and Europe face increasing challenges because of rising expenses and supply chain breakdowns and international market competition. The current technological advancements through automation and AI and IoT and data analytics enable manufacturers to achieve unprecedented operational efficiency and […]
Every business that expands through growth will reach a point where it maintains survival but fails to achieve lasting expansion. The point of revenue stagnation marks the beginning of this transition for some businesses. The operational complexity of a business exceeds its leadership capabilities at this point. International Executive Consulting (IEC) observes this pattern throughout […]
Investors need to implement fresh strategies for their portfolio companies because the 2025 business investment environment requires it. The market shows unstable patterns because high capital costs and operational difficulties threaten the profitability of business models. The modern business environment requires investors to push boards of directors toward choosing interim executives for their organizations. Interim […]
Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) should consider U.S. market entry as their most challenging yet rewarding international business expansion opportunity. The U.S. market provides businesses with unlimited potential through its position as the world’s biggest consumer base and its diverse competitive environment and abundant funding opportunities that boost growth at high speed. The process of […]
A vast consumer base together with strong B2B markets and innovative cultural practices attract CEOs toward U.S. and Canadian expansion. Market entry into this region requires more than establishing offices and hiring sales staff. Companies with adequate funding will lose their momentum and waste their capital and fail to build market presence when they lack […]
The economic conditions of today create growth paths which lack straight lines. Uncertainty in the market alongside supply chain interruptions and rising operational expenses and customer behavior changes and market fragmentation makes efficient scaling extremely challenging for mid-sized businesses. History demonstrates that challenging times serve as chances for organizations to grow when they adopt new […]
When a portfolio company underperforms, private equity (PE) firms don’t panic, they pivot. The success of that pivot hinges on one thing: a robust, credible, and fast-acting turnaround plan. At International Executive Consulting LLC (IEC), we work closely with both PE operating partners and executive teams to craft and implement high-impact turnarounds. Based on decades of experience across industries from tech, manufacturing, professional services, to consumer goods and more, we’ve seen what […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]