Pieter Dewaele

Companies that are active in foreign markets will agree with me that success is not always a result of a high-quality product and good service. In most cases, interpersonal relationships also play an important role. This is no different in France.

In light of this I started my own company, DewaFlex, 8 years ago. We advice, support and guide foreign companies to the French market by providing six services. First, we carry out a market survey to analyse the possibilities for the foreign company. For this we work together with high-qualified employees for about three months, who visit dozens of French companies to analyse whether there is enough potential for the foreign company's activity. Based on this market analysis, we will further guide the company to make a stand on the French market. Depending on the needs of the company we can provide a distribution network, a French commercial address, a French agent or a staffed office/showroom. Furthermore we can provide a full business development based on in-house experience and French network connections.

Before I started my own business, I worked for an international company which meant I was often on the road. During my travels, I had a lot of time to think and reflect. This led me to write a book about my personal experiences with the French market.

Through my book and DewaFlex, my ambition to share my experiences and knowledge with companies that want to work in France became reality. Through this medium, I want to reach even more people and help anyone who wants to join the French market.