Volker Huber

• Launched a consulting firm specializing in U.S. market entry for European companies. • Advised clients on corporate structuring, legal setup, business registration, and compliance. • Led market research & strategic planning to optimize U.S. expansion strategies. • Provided B2B sales development & strategic partnerships with U.S. businesses. • Assisted with team hiring, recruitment strategies, and business adaptation More info: https://access2america.com/

• Built and expanded U.S. operations for a premium spirits company. • Developed and executed a multi-state distribution & branding strategy, securing distribution in 10+ states • Negotiated contracts with nationwide distributors and retail networks. • Implemented a proprietary whiskey technology licensing model. • Established a compliance framework for alcohol import/export regulations. • Established and led U.S. subsidiary operations, including compliance, strategic partnerships, and market expansion.

• Launched U.S. subsidiary, establishing infrastructure including legal, accounting, and compliance networks • Spearheaded global growth strategies, B2B and B2C expansion across 9 countries • Led global operations (COO worldwide), managing cross-functional teams • Designed and implemented corporate partnerships, sales strategies, and marketing initiatives (trade shows, influencer marketing, PR, etc.) • Achieved 2X revenue growth (2017-2020); successfully facilitated company sale to private equity in 2021

• Designed and taught MBA-Level courses “International Management 480/680” • Consistently one of the highest rated courses in the College of Business

• Relocated the company from Florida to Reno, doubling of sales to $10.7M in the second year • Adapted the European business model for the U.S. market, growing the B2B customer base from 6 to over 3,100 businesses • Secured partnerships with major retailers • Established a nationwide sales representative network across diverse channels, including broker market, wholesale, manufacturing, retail, and promotional industries • Managed operations of the Hong Kong office, optimizing sourcing+supplier relations.

• Consulted for international businesses, providing business English training and international moderation. • Served clients including GE Healthcare, GE Capital, Testo, DEKRA Akademie, Fraunhofer Institute, the University Hospital of Freiburg, and the IHK – Chamber of Commerce in Germany. Never lost a customer.

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