Introduction: 2026 requires smarter budgets, not bigger ones The companies which will succeed in 2026 will be those that allocate their funds effectively rather than those who spend the most money. Leadership teams need to create new budget priorities because economic conditions have worsened and market competition has increased and investors are watching their performance. […]
Introduction: 2026 Will Reward the Prepared The business environment of 2026 creates unique challenges for CEOs which differ from every previous year since 2016. Companies must adapt to new competitive dynamics because economic instability and workforce deficits and fast-paced technological advancements and increasing customer demands. The companies which will succeed in 2026 will base their […]
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 […]