Driving Growth,
Crossing Cultures.
International marketing execution, strategic growth advisory, and expert network connections for companies expanding across Europe and East Asia.
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Services
As a full service cross-cultural growth marketing agency we provide a variety of services, including cross-cultural training, to support our clients in the best possible way.
International Digital Marketing
Full-service international marketing execution, SEO, paid media, social, and performance campaigns across Europe and East Asia.
We plan, run, and optimise campaigns in local languages with local channel expertise, so your brand builds real traction in each market.
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Cultural adaptation, localisation, and training that help your team and campaigns connect authentically in unfamiliar markets.
We go beyond translation to understand how your target audiences think, decide, and buy, then adapt your messaging and campaigns to genuinely connect in each market.
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Market entry strategy, growth experimentation, and fractional leadership to turn international expansion into measurable results.
From entry planning and channel testing to embedded advisory alongside your leadership team, structured programmes that move the numbers.
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Cross-cultural training, executive coaching, and market entry webinars for teams operating between Europe and Japan.
Eight programmes covering culture, sales, negotiations, 1:1 executive coaching, mixed-team communication, DEI, and market entry webinars in both directions.
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International Digital Marketing
International digital marketing services and localisation support for Europe and East Asia.
Targeted campaigns and data-led optimisation to secure a meaningful digital presence across borders.
Focus Areas
International Growth Marketing
International growth marketing programmes for scalable expansion across Europe and East Asia.
Market entry planning, experimentation, and measurement built to support long-term growth.
Visit service pageCross-Cultural Marketing & Advertising
Cross-cultural marketing localisation and creative adaptation for international campaigns.
Ensure brand stories resonate across cultures with localisation expertise and market insights.
Visit service pageCross-Cultural Communication & Training
Cross-cultural training, coaching, and webinars for teams working between Europe and Japan.
Programmes focused on culture, sales, negotiations, executive coaching, team communication, DEI, and market entry webinars.
Focus Areas
East Asia Market Entry
Market entry strategy and support for European companies expanding into Japan, South Korea, and China.
Cultural adaptation, channel selection, and partner connections for successful East Asian market entry.
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Market entry support for Asian companies expanding into the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium.
Regulatory guidance, cultural adaptation, and marketing execution for European market entry.
Visit service pageFractional Head of Growth
Part-time strategic marketing leadership for international companies.
Embedded advisory between your leadership team and marketing execution, strategy, auditing, and agency management.
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We have worked with many different clients in a great variety of industries across Europe and East-Asia.
Our experience spans over 30 different Industries and we are always eager to learn more.
Silkdrive has worked for more than 50 clients all across Europe and East-Asia.
“data-driven in his work, not doing stuff for nothing, and a strong advisor. The team stood open for his suggestions and we made a lot of improvements during this 4 months.”
“really inspiring and his results with Linkedin (one of the hardest marketing channels to use out there) are absolutely staggering!”
“enables us to exceed the goals of our LinkedIn Ad campaigns. They skillfully oversee the entire process of implementing, executing and monitoring campaigns, regardless of target audiences.”
Principles
We have three principles at the core of our business. This is how we deliver value to your business.
Connect
Connect with our network of experts and partners around the world, to establish your brand in any country with ease.
Adapt
Adapt your product, go to market strategy and campaigns to be culturally relevant and enter new markets with success.
Grow
Grow by expanding beyond borders, improving return on investment and achieving sustainable business growth.
Our Story
Our name is inspired by the legendary Silk Road, a symbol of connectivity, cultural exchange and commerce.
Silkdrive aims to channel the spirit of the original Silk Road, transforming it into a digital force that drives sustainable growth, across Europe and East-Asia.
Cross-Cultural Insights
Explore our latest insights on Japanese business culture, cross-cultural training, and international growth strategies.
Understanding Japanese Business Culture
Essential insights into Japanese business etiquette and communication practices for international success.
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Finding the Right Cultural Consultant
How to choose the perfect cross-cultural consultant for your Japan-related business needs.
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Cross-Cultural Training Benefits
Discover how cross-cultural training can strengthen your international business relationships.
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