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… He was instrumental in helping us build the business, strategize, gain market share, and grow our reputation. Gauthier has a strong work ethic and drive that is unmatched.
Brandon ChristensenPresident and Owner of Adilstone GroupGauthier pressure-tests assumptions and challenges leaders in a way that respects their experience and strengthens decision-making, particularly valuable for founders and senior leaders navigating unfamiliar or fast-moving markets. … He understands that strategy must work in the messy reality of emerging markets, not just on paper.
Jay HouseFormer Group Head, Business Corporate Affairs, Standard Chartered BankGauthier brings a rare intercultural perspective to business development in Vietnam. Combined with his drive, customer orientation and relentless results-focus, he delivers success where others often fail.
Jef PeetersFormer Vice President, Coca-Cola (US), former CEO, Hanoi French HospitalWhen creating a startup in a new region, there are a lot of unknowns. Gauthier helps you save time, avoid obvious mistakes, and focus on your strengths. His efficiency and execution speak louder than words.
Roger ChantillonFormer CEO, Ahlers LogisticsHis flexibility, responsiveness, and strategic insight were instrumental to our market entry. Gauthier provides practical and effective solutions tailored to local reality.
Elisabeth LeysenRegional Development Manager SEA, Ahlers LogisticsGauthier understands Vietnam’s complexity and executes with speed and precision. His ability to adapt, push forward, and connect people makes him stand out.
Ludo DrijboomsFormer Vice Chair, BeluxCham VietnamCreative, active, and diligent. Gauthier brings years of lived experience and insight into what works and what doesn’t in Vietnam’s emerging economy.
Kim FrancoisFormer Executive Director, BeluxCham VietnamHe played a key role in shaping our business development approach, refining our positioning, and sharpening our pitch for a new and complex market. … I would highly recommend him to any company looking to scale in Asia.
Kristof VerheeckeProduct Solutions Leader, MobieTrain… He designs clear, tailored approaches to complex problems and delivers practical outcomes. He combines a strong work ethic with adaptability, navigating regulatory changes, partner constraints, and evolving client needs without losing momentum.
Christopher McDonaldPresident and Co-Founder, ASER EducationGauthier’s ability to navigate complex challenges, expand teams, and grow client networks showcases exceptional acumen and leadership.
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An Australian technology group. Structure, team across development, HR, sales and delivery, and the systems to deliver Australian client projects from Southeast Asia.
The Antwerp logistics group, entering lean: payroll, HR and entity set-up before committing capital or headcount. The Ho Chi Minh City office was running before its official opening on 29 May 2024.
A client base built from the ground up, with enterprise clients including major industrial real estate developers and an international school.
No network, no clients, no presence. Partnerships with embassies, chambers and C-suite executives, and profitable within four years.
Positioning, service design and local structure during the entry phase. Two high-level B2B clients a month.
A sector with no prior connections. Multiple student contracts closed, and a sustainable, growth-focused operation.
Born in Vietnam, raised in Belgium, back since 2018 to build. Twelve years of building companies across Europe and Asia, now in one platform.
