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fastest way to find local C-level mentors to enter new markets
Get matched with an expert that will help accelerate your startup's growth.
190+ experts from India, Latin America, Dubai, Indonesia and Africa
Launching in a new region presents unique challenges
Having a local expert allows you to expand your business more efficiently and effectively
Reduce burn rate
Hypothesis testing is expensive, but can be significantly reduced by partnering with someone with intimate knowledge of the local market.
Avoid costly mistakes
C-level mentors are a big investment, and having to go through the hiring and onboarding process several times can significantly slow your startup’s growth
Understand regional nuances
Visiting and personally researching new regions can be cost-prohibitive. Hiring a local who already has local insights allows you to expand further faster
Grow your community
Hiring a local expert will expand your network and allow you to reach the people you need to meet your goals.
Finding high-quality, compatible professionals is a time-consuming process
Decrease search time
Enter a new market confidently with a local expert
Need an expert in sales and/or marketing in India. We’ve had issues growing our business in India and feel like we’re missing something. We need someone well-acquainted with this market, someone who can introduce us to people and spot our mistakes. If this expert could help us with fundraising that would be ideal.
Alex
We’re looking for a strong business development manager with great sales skills and solid experience in the Middle East, interested in the blockchain industry.
Michelle
We need consultations on the strategic development of the technological startup. Preferably, a CPO or CTO with experience in companies like Autodesk, Nvidia, Adobe, Epic Games, UnityTech, Meta, Snapchat.
Sergey
We find and choose outstanding local experts
We validate each expert personally
Jagan
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Entrepreneur experienced in Fintech, Edtech and Insurtech. Grew annual revenue from $2K to $17M. Mentors startups in different parts of their journey. Gives advice regarding communication within Indian cultural traditions, including strategy and consulting.
Jordi
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Ambassador for Catalonia Government in trading and investing in Russia and CIS since 2015. He has also been a strategic consultant for companies around the world. Specializes in digital health startups, digital marketing and blockchain.
Ahmed
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Business mentor, serial entrepreneur, growth marketer, and international bestselling author. Helps online business owners and E-commerce entrepreneurs build and scale their business profitability.
Our team
As the Founder at Focus, he grew the company from 0 to 21 people in 2 years with an ARR of $1M in 2021. When he was the Managing Partner at Aventica, he grew the company from 5 to 135 people in 6 years with an ARR of $6M in 2021.
In addition to his experience with startups, Max also worked in finance as a Senior Consultant at Deloitte. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling around the world and mountain climbing.
In addition to his experience with startups, Max also worked in finance as a Senior Consultant at Deloitte. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling around the world and mountain climbing.
The Orbit CEO
Max Todua
How Orbit works
You have the freedom and flexibility to negotiate your terms
You decide the payment plan that works best for your needs.
Our mission
Make the world of founders without borders in their head, sales and countries
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FAQ
How many experts and startups have been onboarded so far?
Currently, we have over 190 experts from 7 countries and have onboarded more than 50 startups in various industries. Our network of experts and startups is doubling every month.
What regions do you work in?
We’re a U.S.-based company with employees from all over the world. 80% of our experts are from India, Northern Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Asia
How much does it cost, and how do I make payments?
Payments are made securely through our platform. You negotiate the rate ($/hour) and level of involvement (hourly/monthly) with your expert. The average cost to work with an Orbit expert is $200-400 per hour and work 5-10 hours per month. Our commission (25%) is built into the expert’s rate and is deducted once the payment is complete.
What if I need someone full-time?
Great! While our current model focuses more on part-time partnerships, we want to facilitate working with experts full-time. That’s why we are working on a subscription model, so you have the option to work with your expert full-time, on a rev-share basis or even ask them to be your co-founder.
Can I work with multiple experts?
Yes, but you only get one free 60-minute call. We understand that you may be expanding into multiple regions and need to have different expertise for each. In this case, let us know during our 30-minute call so we can discuss the payment process and match you accordingly.
How much does this service cost?
The average cost to work with an Orbit expert is $200-400 per hour and the average package of 5-10 hours per month (which is about $3,000/month), but can vary depending on the expert's rate and degree of involvement.
Do all of your experts speak English?
Yes, all of our experts speak English.
Are your experts natives of their markets?
Yes, not only are most of our experts natives of their markets, they have also successfully created a business there. Some of our experts may be originally from a different country, but they have had at least 5 years of experience working and/or leading a business in their current market.
What countries and regions do you work with?
Our current focus is on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as well as India and Latin America. Additionally, we have experts from Africa and Eastern Europe. If you’re looking for guidance about a certain niche market, we’re happy to help!
Does the expert only provide a one-time consultation, or can I also establish a long-term plan?
Our goal is to help you develop a long-term relationship with a high-quality expert who has experience relevant to your goals. However, if your goals change, we can also help you find more experts that best fit your new needs.
What do I do if my assigned expert is not a good fit?
If for some reason your expert is not what you need, we will find a new one for you for no added charge.
Can I work with multiple experts at the same time?
Absolutely! You can work simultaneously with experts. Whether you need multiple experts from different regions or several experts from the same area, we offer flexible options to help you accelerate your startup’s growth however you nee
How many experts and startups have been onboarded so far?
Currently, we have over 190 experts from 7 countries and have onboarded more than 50 startups in various industries. Our network of experts and startups is doubling every month.
What regions do you work in?
We’re a U.S.-based company with employees from all over the world. 80% of our experts are from India, Northern Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Asia
How much does it cost, and how do I make payments?
Payments are made securely through our platform. You negotiate the rate ($/hour) and level of involvement (hourly/monthly) with your expert. The average cost to work with an Orbit expert is $200-400 per hour and work 5-10 hours per month. Our commission (25%) is built into the expert’s rate and is deducted once the payment is complete.
What if I need someone full-time?
Great! While our current model focuses more on part-time partnerships, we want to facilitate working with experts full-time. That’s why we are working on a subscription model, so you have the option to work with your expert full-time, on a rev-share basis or even ask them to be your co-founder.
Can I work with multiple experts?
Yes, but you only get one free 60-minute call. We understand that you may be expanding into multiple regions and need to have different expertise for each. In this case, let us know during our 30-minute call so we can discuss the payment process and match you accordingly.
How much does this service cost?
The average cost to work with an Orbit expert is $200-400 per hour and the average package of 5-10 hours per month (which is about $3,000/month), but can vary depending on the expert's rate and degree of involvement.
Do all of your experts speak English?
Yes, all of our experts speak English.
Are your experts natives of their markets?
Yes, not only are most of our experts natives of their markets, they have also successfully created a business there. Some of our experts may be originally from a different country, but they have had at least 5 years of experience working and/or leading a business in their current market.
What countries and regions do you work with?
Our current focus is on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as well as India and Latin America. Additionally, we have experts from Africa and Eastern Europe. If you’re looking for guidance about a certain niche market, we’re happy to help!
Does the expert only provide a one-time consultation, or can I also establish a long-term plan?
Our goal is to help you develop a long-term relationship with a high-quality expert who has experience relevant to your goals. However, if your goals change, we can also help you find more experts that best fit your new needs.
What do I do if my assigned expert is not a good fit?
If for some reason your expert is not what you need, we will find a new one for you for no added charge.
Can I work with multiple experts at the same time?
Absolutely! You can work simultaneously with experts. Whether you need multiple experts from different regions or several experts from the same area, we offer flexible options to help you accelerate your startup’s growth however you nee
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