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40+ Years Experience
40+ Countries
E-Star Award Winner
ROI Focused Strategy

Your Partner in Global Growth

Edwards Global Services, Inc. (EGS) exports businesses around the world by providing international business consulting services including complete international market research, operations, and development solutions for our clients. From the initial global market research and country prioritization to developing new international markets and providing operational support around the world, EGS offers the complete Going Global solution.

Our Core Services

Development

Complete international business plan creation. We help you build the framework to franchise or expand your business internationally with a proven structured process.

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Research

Data-driven market potential research. We identify specific countries where your brand has the highest potential for ROI using our GlobalVue™ tools.

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Operations

From new licensee startup and site selection to supply chain development and licensee reviews. We provide the boots-on-the-ground support you need.

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Consulting

Strategic advisory services for executives. Whether it's fixing operational challenges or negotiating with master franchisees, we offer expert guidance.

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Proprietary Tools

GlobalVue™ & GeoWizard

GlobalVue™ is our trademarked analysis tool that ranks countries based on business parameters specific to your brand, scientifically determining the best markets for expansion.

GeoWizard is our biweekly newsletter providing critical updates on global business trends, helping you stay ahead of economic and political shifts.

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GlobalVue™ Market Analysis

Status: Optimized
Market Potential High
Legal Transparency Medium-High
Supply Chain Readiness High
"We don't just guess; we use data. GlobalVue takes the emotion out of country selection."

Trusted by Industry Leaders

See what CEOs and Government Officials say about our work.

"Edwards Global Services, Inc. has demonstrated a sustained commitment to export expansion... EGS’s achievements have undoubtedly contributed to national export efforts that support the U.S. economy and create U.S. jobs."

Gary Locke

Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce & Ambassador to China

"One reason we work with EGS is because they are the only international franchise consultants with a proven, trademarked going global process."

Ned Lyerly

CEO, CKE Restaurants

"Edwards Global Services is the absolute preeminent source for international franchise growth. Bill Edwards, Bill Gabbard and their entire team exude expertise at every turn."

Jeff Bevis

Home Health Care Franchise CEO & Forbes Contributor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common challenges in international expansion.

Timing depends on domestic saturation, capital availability, and management bandwidth. EGS helps you evaluate readiness to ensure you don't expand prematurely.
Costs vary by country and entry mode. We build detailed financial models for our clients to project expenses and return on investment before you commit capital.
This is the #1 challenge. We leverage our network in 40+ countries and a rigorous vetting process to find partners who have the capital, experience, and culture fit for your brand.
Adaptation is often necessary. Our research identifies cultural nuances to help you adjust your menu, marketing, or service model while maintaining brand integrity.