Sonny Cho International (SCI) is a boutique international business development and financial advisory firm that focuses on helping companies expand, grow, raise capital, enter new markets, and build strategic partnerships between North America and Asia.
Korean Partners: Michael Ha / Steve Kim / KJ Kim
1. Market Expansion & Strategic Entry Support
Goal: Grow market presence beyond current operations.
§ Conduct a market assessment for industrial sectors relevant to your products (defencse, aerospace, cybersecurity, robotics, AI, clean energy, beauty, semicon, minerals, infrastructure, electronics and agriculture.).
§ Identify emerging opportunities: Green / M&A / JV
§ Advise on regulatory compliance for exports, licensing, and technology transfer regulations.
2. Business Development & B2B Connections
Goal: Connect with the right partners and clients.
§ Facilitate high-level introductions to manufacturers, integrators, and government buyers.
§ Arrange private meetings with potential partners to explore co-development or supply chain integration.
§ Help position your company strategically for participation in collaborative projects or consortiums.
3. Trade Missions, Industry Exhibitions & Government Engagement
Goal: Gain access to official government support and procurement channels.
§ Coordinate participation in Trade Missions, which often include targeted industry sector events.
§ Prepare briefings and presentations for government or stakeholders.
§ Assist in leveraging government programs to strengthen credibility and visibility.
4. M&A, Capital Raising & Strategic Investment
Goal: Facilitate acquisitions, expansion, or joint ventures
§ Identify acquisition targets, strategic investors or joint venture partners in Asia or North America.
§ Identify strategic partners for investment and marker expansion.
§ Offer advisory on M&A opportunities in sectors that complement product lines or technology.
5. Strategic Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Goal: Deepen collaboration with international companies.
§ Facilitate long-term partnerships for co-development of systems or components.
§ Negotiate technology sharing or IP arrangements compliant with both North American and Asian regulations.
§ Position your company as a preferred supplier for firms seeking your expertise or technology.
