CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
Across multiple industries and development programmes, our clients have achieved funding approvals,
expanded operations, created jobs and unlocked new markets.
Global Marketing was commissioned to conduct a feasibility study to establish an ICT Incubator in George in Eden, Southern Cape. The outcome of the study was positive confirming the market, economic and development impact potential of establishing the ICT Incubator. The establishment of the ICT Incubator would lead to the creation of over 200 new employment opportunities and also prevent the loss of skills and expertise being experienced in the region due to a lack of economic development.
Global Marketing facilitated the development of a business plan for a textile company and assisted with gaining access to finance. The detail and quality of the business plan together with the skills and expertise required to comply with marketing and financial information requirements led to the granting of a loan of R30 million by the IDC. The project will create 105 new employment opportunities and could lead to import replacement that will create further growth opportunities.
Global Marketing was commissioned to assist an agricultural Coop to develop a business plan and to facilitate market access by identifying and securing new sales contracts. In the process a new buyer was identified that has since signed an agreement to purchase all the Cooperative’s annual production at a price 12% higher than previously received. GM also assisted in submitting the business plan to Land Reform to access finance to expand and diversify the present agricultural activities, which is presently under consideration.
Global Marketing was appointed to undertake an evaluation and impact assessment of the Trade Point Program managed and operated by Seda National Office. The study revealed several areas for improvement to strengthen the Program and magnify the impact of the Trade Point services offered. In the process all the stakeholders and role players were consulted to obtain their input and feedback on the present and functioning of the TP Program. The outcome resulted in greater consensus on the future services to be offered and how to improve the competitiveness of Trade Point members and fast track SME’s into the export arena.
Global Marketing was appointed by GEP to develop a business plan for the upgrade and maintenance of the Kwa Mai Mai Market in Johannesburg. As a traditional medicine (muti) market, the infrastructure and quality of the market has been neglected over the years. They were in need to access funding of R10M for the upgrade, maintenance and upliftment of the market. As a result of the quality of the business plan, the plan has been approved for funding and is in the process of accessing funding from DTI and JPC. The role players positively reacted to the business plan and are now implementing it.
During 2012 and 2013 to date Global Marketing has conducted 4 EDP (Export Development) training courses involving 50 prospective SME‘s wishing to export their products and or services. As a result of attending these export courses several SME’s have been able to improve their competitiveness and export readiness through the development of export marketing plans. Due to the strong marketing management element that is built into the course and also Global Marketing’s extensive past export marketing experience several SME’s have also been able to strengthen their local marketing campaigns and to grow sales. Over the past 18 years Global Marketing has undertaken export marketing and competitive assessments for some 350 companies in all industry sectors.
Global Marketing was appointed to mentor an export company to increase export sales. As a result of the mentoring and assistance a new distributor has been appointed with the market prospects of quadrupling export sales over the coming year.
Facilitated the development of a business plan and applied for and assisted in gaining access to funding to establish the project with Connie Ferguson as the Managing Director.
Facilitate access to finance for the expansion of operations to the value of R40 million.
100% black women owned enterprise. Business plan approved and funding secured through the IDC and NYDA.
Assisted with a business plan to expand and double production output. The funding application was successful and the business continues to grow and create new opportunities.
Developed a comprehensive business plan for the establishment of a fully fledged bakery in Pretoria. The plan was approved for funding, new machinery was acquired, 6 jobs were created and the business continues to grow.
Developed a business plan for a milk processing start-up. Funding approved through the IDC. The project is currently in the implementation phase.
Developed a business plan for a farming co-operative in Brits. Approved by both the DTI and NYDA for grant funding.
Developed a marketing strategy, business plan and secured an off-take agreement with Big Save Wholesaler to sell in all their retailers.
Assisted with marketing strategy, business planning and secured an off-take agreement with Big Save, unlocking access to funding and market.
Developed a bankable business plan to access funding from the Department of Small Business through the Co-operative Incentive Scheme. The co-operative received almost R400,000 in grant funding.
Facilitated the development of a detailed marketing strategy and bankable business plan. Funding secured through the IDC.
Developed a bankable business plan for the acquisition of African Moon Guest House. Eagle Rock now operates almost 80 rooms across two guest houses.
Conducted a productivity and service delivery assessment and implemented improvements. Recipient of the Productivity SA Outstanding Achievement in Productivity Improvement – Emerging Sector.
Developed a business plan and integrated financial model for a 3Ha cannabis cultivation facility. Project set-up valued at R300 million.
Commissioned by Seda to conduct an Incubator Impact Assessment. Over 150 interviews conducted across incubatees and staff to determine the overall success and impact of incubators in South Africa.
Our passion is helping entrepreneurs gain clarity, build structure and take practical steps towards sustainable growth.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
We are proud of the relationships we build and the impact we create.
Global Mark didn't just write us a business plan – they helped us understand our business, find our strengths and secure the funding we needed to grow. Thabo M.Mamabakemore Confectionary
Their strategic guidance, professionalism and commitment made a huge difference to our expansion journey. Lerato K.Ebinter Cleaning Chemicals
Thanks to Global Mark, we now have a clear direction, strong systems and new markets that continue to grow. Sipho D.Optimum Harvest Co-operative
