Test the Waters Before You Dive In.

We support founders, corporates, and investors in evaluating new markets clearly and thoroughly, so decisions are informed, not impulsive.

Who This Is For

  • Startups considering first or second market entry

  • Corporations launching pilot programs in new regions

  • Investors evaluating the expansion potential of a portfolio company

  • Founders unsure where (or if) to launch next

What’s Included in the Assessment Package

TAM/SAM/SOM Analysis

Market sizing tailored to your product, business model, and region

Competitive Intelligence

Analysis of local and regional players, pricing structures, GTM strategies

Customer Persona Profiles

Hypothesis-driven persona mapping with cultural and behavioral overlays

Regulatory Snapshot

High-level review of entry barriers, red flags, and compliance needs

Market Entry Readiness Score

Scored checklist of your internal readiness (team, ops, resources)

1:1 Strategy Review Call

Deep-dive on findings and next-step recommendations

Why Choose A8 Strategy for Market Entry Strategy?

  • Led by people who’ve done it: We’ve launched ventures, entered tough markets, and scaled across cultures.

  • No off-the-shelf plans: We design strategies based on your team size, goals, budget and operating context.

  • Designed to be executed: Every deliverable is built to be used by you, your team, or your investors.

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Strategy in Action: See How We Think

Curious how we approach real-world market entry challenges?

While our public case library is still in development, you can watch our experts in action on the Science Warriors show—where we break down strategy frameworks, execution challenges, and leadership decisions that shape successful expansion.

Timeline & Pricing

Timeline

4–5 weeks

Starting From

$4,800

What You’ll Walk Away With

  • Market Entry Assessment Report (PDF and slide deck)

  • Scoring dashboard for internal team alignment

  • Strategic next-step recommendations

  • Follow-up call and Q&A

Make Smarter Expansion Decisions. Validate Before You Move.