We Help Your Organization Succeed
The Duggan International Group (Duggan International) is one of Canada’s foremost companies in business management consulting, training, international trade, inclusive economic development, research projects and strategic planning.
The company was formed in 2004 with a passion to help companies grow and succeed. We work with businesses, government, and trade associations that require outside resources for developing their operations locally and internationally. We find solutions for economic development and provide real-world advice to deliver successful project outcomes.
We are business development problem solvers, activators and global change agents.
Let us make the introduction, prepare the plan, research your market and deliver success. We take pride in understanding our clients’ needs, providing leading-edge skills and an external perspective to achieve your goals.
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See how we've made a difference from our clients...
“I came to know Darlene as a professional, that was able to get our business into contact with renown companies and government officials during the Dutch trade mission to Canada. Through perseverance and tact from her part, it made our trip to Canada a real success.”
– Johan Van Leeuwen, Principal, Blueforest Environmental Development
“We have worked with Darlene over the past several years and I have no hesitancy in recommending Darlene. She is a self-starter who delivers results.”
“The Duggan International Group assisted Lorax Systems with devising and implementing market penetration strategy of Europe. The company helped us identify key partners and clients and assisted in the sales process. We would definitely recommend the company on developing any business growth and sales plans domestically and internationally.”
“Duggan International has been instrumental in evolving our company to branch out into new directions to service the ocean community. We have developed a new division to include technical capabilities and project management. Her communication planning skills for branding our company in Atlantic Canada and across the world has been top notch. I would strongly recommend Duggan International’s services.”
“The Duggan International Group has worked with the Halifax Partnership and the Halifax Gateway on projects in Canada and Europe. The company was very beneficial in helping to make solid business connections for both incoming trade missions and event recruitment.”
“The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry has organised a Business Delegation to Toronto, Canada in October 2018. Darlene was in charge of organizing the Forum and the B2B Meetings that followed. We were extremely satisfied with Darlene’s service since she and her company have delivered 100% what we asked for. We now have a reliable partner in Toronto who we definitely recommend.”
“I have worked with Darlene in 2014 organizing a Trade Mission (to the Netherlands) for shipbuilding companies and Government Officials of the Newfoundland Area. This was a project where Darlene showed excellent organizational skills and gave her full support to us and the delegates in everything we needed. She guided the delegation in all aspects necessary and left us impressed with her charisma and hard work ethic. I truly enjoyed working with Darlene and look forward to any possible cooperation. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.”
“Darlene supported my efforts when I first looked into international marketing of my product. She proved herself to be very knowledgeable, competent and ethical. She has a solid network of associates and clients and her track record speaks for itself. I would not hesitate to use her again, should the opportunity present itself.”
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WHAT’S NEW
Belize Export Diversification Project: Capacity Building for Agribusinesses
The Duggan International Group was awarded a
contract from the Commonwealth Secretariat in the UK to manage the Belize Export Diversification project, Capacity Building for Agribusinesses. The project aims to provide support to food and beverage SMEs in Belize to develop their export market entrance strategies for the UK and European marketplace.
We are also working with Phaff Export Marketing to arrange pre-qualified meetings with potential buyers, strategic partners as well as sourcing new suppliers in the global value chain.
Small Scale Manufacturing Report
Small scale manufacturers are the backbone of most economies. For 2019 we are preparing a report of this sector in Atlantic Canada.
Cleantech Asset Map
With our partner the Haisley Millar Group, we created a cleantech asset map for the Province of New Brunswick.
Inclusive Community Economic Development
Projects:
- Think Mi’kmaq First – review of best practices of procurement policies across Canada.
- Economic Leakage Study, First Nation Communities of New Brunswick.
- Developed Atlantic Canadian Indigenous Business Directory for ACOA, the Atlantic Canada Opportunties Agency.
- Partnership with IPM, Integrated Project Management – 3.5 Project Management for Indigenous People of Canada. Both virtual and in-person. Contact us to book your training.
Other Projects
Facilitating Capital Skills Training Program.
Working with IBDG in the UK to assist Welsh companies access North American markets.
Succession Planning Consulting for small businesses 2021 – 2023
NGen, Next Generation Manufacturing Canada Supercluster Project Monitor
Canada’s Oceans Supercluster funding product evaluator 2022
Export to Europe and Sales Pitch Mentor USA, Atlantic Food and Beverage
Facilitator and Workshop Coordinator, Craft Hub Activator Program 2022
Developed study on Best Practices in Digital E-Commerce Platforms for Canadian Makers (Craft and Small Scale Manufacturers)
Joined OWIT, Organization of Women in International Trade
Joined Screen Nova Scotia
Joined Food and Beverage Atlantic
Delivered presentation on competitor analysis and recommendations to attract international students to Canada to Global Affairs Canada.
World Energy Cities Partnership. Developed 14 individual reports on the oil and gas, oceans and the clean energy sector for each country belonging to the Partnership and evaluated export potential for Canadian companies.