Engagements

Where we come in

Most of our work starts in one of the situations below. Each one leads to a defined engagement with a clear scope, timeline and result.

Use cases

Typical situations

Recognise your own? Mention it when you get in touch, and we start from there.

A European company entering the Gulf

Personal careFood
Situation

A proven product at home and interest from the UAE, but no structure, no distributor and no clarity on registration.

What we do

Market and regulatory assessment, entity and distribution options, partner search and a launch plan.

Result

A go or no-go decision with costs, and on go, a partner and a structure in place.

A Japanese producer bringing products to Europe

LogisticsFood
Situation

Strong demand abroad, held back by language, regulation and certification, logistics and missing buyer contacts.

What we do

Compliance check for the Swiss and EU markets, importer and distribution structure, buyer introductions.

Result

A compliant route to market and first conversations with buyers.

A founder preparing a seed or Series A round

DeeptechLongevity
Situation

A promising venture, but a financial model that does not hold up in due diligence and no access to the right investors.

What we do

Financial model and use of funds, deck and data room review, investor long list and introductions.

Result

Investor-ready materials and qualified first meetings.

A company launching a new venture or spin-off

All sectors
Situation

A new business that needs its own entity, contracts and processes, without pulling the core team off its work.

What we do

Entity setup, governance, contracts, finance and HR processes, partner agreements.

Result

An operating company that can sign, hire and invoice.

An investor backing a portfolio company abroad

All sectors
Situation

A portfolio company ready for a new market, with a management team already at full capacity.

What we do

Market entry and operational support for the company, with regular reporting to the investor.

Result

Faster international growth with an operator on the ground.

Formats

How engagements are set up

Every engagement starts with a written scope. You know what you get, by when, and on what terms, before work begins.

Venture Diagnostic

2–3 weeks

A structured review of the venture, the target market and the financials, ending in written findings and a prioritised plan.

For
Founders and companies deciding what to do next
Terms
Fixed fee

Market Entry Sprint

6–10 weeks

Roadmap, regulatory checklist, structure and partner shortlist for one target market.

For
Companies entering Switzerland, the EU, the Gulf, Japan or the USA
Terms
Fixed fee

Fundraising Readiness

4–8 weeks

Financial model, deck, data room and investor list, followed by introductions to investors that fit your stage.

For
Founders preparing a round
Terms
Fixed fee

Operating Partner

6 months +

IAI Network works as part of your team on structure, finance and expansion, with agreed milestones and monthly reviews.

For
Ventures in a growth or expansion phase
Terms
Monthly fee, or a fee combined with equity

Questions

Before you get in touch

Which stages do you work with?

Early-stage startups with a working product or a clear concept, established companies launching new ventures, and investors supporting their portfolio companies.

What should I send?

A pitch deck, company presentation or concept paper, or simply a few lines on what you are building and where you want to go. Files up to 10 MB can be uploaded; for larger files, share a link.

Do you raise money on our behalf?

We prepare you for investors and introduce you to those that fit. Investment decisions stay with the investors, and IAI Network does not provide investment advice.

Which languages do you work in?

English, German and French.

Tell us which situation you are in.

Upload your deck or share a link. One of the partners will review it.

Submit your venture