We Build Bridges to Global Markets
We are a team of strategists, legal experts, and marketers dedicated to helping businesses successfully navigate the complexities of international expansion.
Our Mission
Our mission is to democratize global trade by making international expansion accessible and manageable for ambitious companies of all sizes. We believe that great businesses should not be limited by geography. We strive to be the most trusted partner for our clients, providing the strategic clarity and practical support needed to turn global ambition into sustainable growth. We are committed to simplifying complexity, mitigating risk, and unlocking new opportunities.
We achieve this by combining deep local market expertise with a global perspective. Our integrated approach ensures that every facet of expansion—from legal compliance and financial structuring to cultural adaptation and market entry strategy—is seamlessly coordinated. By empowering our clients with the tools and knowledge to succeed abroad, we contribute to a more interconnected and prosperous global economy, one successful expansion at a time.
Our History
Global Bridge Advisors was founded in 2015 by seasoned corporate lawyers and consultants in Vienna. They recognized that SMEs struggled to find comprehensive, hands-on support for global expansion. They envisioned a consultancy that would act as a true partner, offering end-to-end guidance through the entire internationalization journey, not just high-level reports.
Starting with a focus on helping businesses enter the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), our reputation for meticulous planning grew. We have since expanded our expertise and network to cover major markets across North America and Asia. Today, Global Bridge Advisors is a globally recognized firm, but we remain true to our founding principle: providing personalized, expert-driven support that builds a solid bridge for our clients.
Our Values
Partnership
We act as an extension of your team. Your success is our success, and we build lasting relationships based on mutual trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to achieving your expansion goals.
Expertise
Our team possesses deep, practical knowledge of international law, finance, and marketing. We are committed to continuous learning to stay ahead of global trends and provide the most relevant, effective advice.
Integrity
We operate with the highest ethical standards. Our advice is always objective, independent, and solely focused on the best interests of our clients. We navigate complex regulations with unwavering integrity.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our team brings together decades of experience in international law, market strategy, and cross-border business development.
Dr. Klaus Richter
Founder & Managing Partner
With 20+ years in international corporate law, Klaus is an expert in cross-border M&A and corporate structuring. He founded GBA to provide SMEs with the world-class legal guidance needed for successful global expansion.
Sofia Rossi
Partner, Head of Strategy
Sofia leads our market strategy division. A former market analyst, she specializes in identifying high-potential international markets for our clients, turning data into actionable growth strategies. She holds an MBA from INSEAD.
James O'Connell
Partner, Head of Americas
Based in New York, James manages our North American operations. He has extensive experience helping European tech and e-commerce companies successfully launch in the US and Canadian markets.
Li Wei
Senior Consultant, APAC
Li is our expert on Asian markets, with a deep understanding of the business culture in Singapore, Hong Kong, and mainland China. She helps clients navigate local partnerships, supply chains, and regulatory landscapes.