Your partner for successful expansion
Expert Guidance for
U.S. Market Entry & Site Selection
Connecting you to what's next.
With 25 years of experience in global commerce, economic development, and commercial real estate, I have had the privilege of counseling hundreds of companies — from multinationals to SMEs — successfully enter and expand in the U.S. market. My work has spanned industries and continents, supporting headquarters relocations, advanced manufacturing projects, and strategic investments.
At the core of my approach is a deep understanding of how businesses grow — through smart site selection, economic incentives, public-private partnerships, and the right connections across government, corporate, and academic sectors. Whether assisting foreign-owned enterprises launching U.S. operations or guiding U.S. companies looking to grow internationally, I bring a practical, results-driven mindset shaped by public and private sector experience.
In addition to my professional roles, I have served on nonprofit and bilateral boards focused on economic development, international trade, and community growth. I am also Honorary Consul of Slovakia for the U.S. states of Georgia and South Carolina.
As the global business landscape evolves, my deep experience and vast network position me well to support strategic growth, facilitate market entry, and help communities and companies thrive.
John W. Woodward, Managing Partner JW Woodward Partners LLC
MBA, Stern School of Business, New York UniversityBSFS, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown UniversityHautes Etudes Commerciales (HEC), Paris University of Strasbourg, France
MBA, Stern School of Business, New York UniversityBSFS, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown UniversityHautes Etudes Commerciales (HEC), Paris University of Strasbourg, France
Where expertise meets access.
Expanding into a new market is about more than data and strategy — it’s about knowing the right people, building trust, and navigating complexity with insight and credibility. I bring to the table an extensive network and level of access that no algorithm can replicate, connecting companies to the stakeholders, resources, and relationships that move projects forward.