SERVICES & EXPERTISE
FOOD TRADE SOURCING & DISTRIBUTION
I connect food exporters, importers, distributors, and buyers across five continents—facilitating trade relationships from South America to Europe to the Middle East and Africa.
READY TO ACCESS CROSS-BORDER FOOD TRADE OPPORTUNITIES?
Whether you're an exporter looking for international buyers, an importer seeking reliable suppliers, or a distributor exploring new product sources—I can facilitate the introductions and coordinate the process from first contact through contract execution.
GLOBAL FOOD TRADE CORRIDORS
Food trade is relationship business. Importers need reliable exporters. Distributors need consistent suppliers. Buyers need quality products at competitive prices. But finding the right partners across borders—and building trust to make deals happen—requires deep market knowledge and credible introductions.
I've spent two decades building relationships across the global food trade ecosystem. I know the exporters in Brazil, the importers in Spain, the distributors in the Caribbean, and the buyers in North America and the Middle East. When you work with me, you're not searching blind—you're accessing a network that spans multiple continents and product categories.
Trade corridors I facilitate:
South America ↔ Caribbean ↔ Iberian-Mediterranean Europe ↔ North America ↔ Middle East & Africa
Product categories:
- Fresh and frozen produce (fruits, vegetables, proteins)
- Specialty ingredients and gourmet foods
- Agricultural commodities and exports
- Processed foods and beverages
- Organic and sustainable food products
WHAT I FACILITATE
I'm not a commodity trader or distributor. I facilitate relationships between buyers and sellers, coordinate logistics partners, navigate government export/import requirements, and steward deals from introduction through contract execution.
What I do:
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Exporter-Importer Matching: Connect producers with buyers who need their products in target markets
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Distribution Network Access: Facilitate introductions to distributors, wholesalers, and retail buyers across regions
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Quality & Compliance Coordination: Navigate phytosanitary requirements, food safety standards, export certifications across different markets
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Government Agency Relationships: Coordinate with ministries of agriculture, export promotion agencies, and trade associations for market access support
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Logistics & Supply Chain: Connect exporters with freight forwarders, cold chain logistics providers, and customs brokers who specialize in food trade
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Trade Mission Food Delegations: Organize buyer missions and reverse trade missions focused on food products, connecting suppliers with high-volume buyers
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Market Intelligence: Provide pricing trends, demand patterns, and competitive landscape insights across regions
"Our strategic partnership has expanded our Latin American supplier network and strengthened our presence in the US, Southern Europe, and the GCC. Their trading and brokerage expertise has been key to connecting us with top-quality suppliers and streamlining international operations."
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FAQs
Fresh and frozen produce, specialty ingredients, agricultural commodities, processed foods, proteins, organic products, and gourmet foods. I focus on products with export potential and cross-border demand—especially between Latin America, Europe, Caribbean, North America, and Middle East/Africa markets.
No. I'm a facilitator, not a trader or distributor. I connect exporters with buyers, coordinate logistics partners, navigate regulatory requirements, and steward relationships from introduction to contract execution. I don't take title to products or handle transactions directly.
Depends on engagement type. For trade missions: $5K-$15K per participant (covering coordination, introductions, logistics). For specific buyer-seller matchmaking: success fee based on first-year contract value (typically 3-5%). For ongoing market access support: monthly retainer ($3K-$10K depending on scope).
Deepest relationships in Brazil, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Chile (South America), Spain, Italy, France (Europe), and Caribbean markets. Growing network in Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia) and North Africa. Strong connections with U.S. importers and distributors, especially for Latin American products.
Initial introductions: 2-4 weeks. First sample shipments and testing: 1-3 months. Formal contracts and regular purchasing: 3-6 months. Food trade requires relationship building, quality verification, and trust development—it doesn't happen overnight.