The Ibex Group is a business advisory firm specializing in multinational expansion for technology companies.
Our clients are rapid-growth ventures, startups, and MNCs seeking to scale rapidly, enter new markets, and engage with local partners.
Our team is present globally and flexibly assembled to handle specific client needs on a case-by-case basis.
We've led complex projects, secured operating licenses, launched business units, negotiated partnering deals, and integrated acquisitions in more than 100 countries.
We help clients think clearly as they navigate commercial and legal challenges across regions, cultures, and politico-economic models—where subtle errors can create lasting or irreversible loss.
technology
strategy
About Us
We work primarily with technology companies, including service providers, programmers, inventors, and manufacturers of all types in many vertical markets. Our clients provide IoT and AI platforms, industry-tailored applications, mobile apps, satellite antenna systems, wireless networks, telecoms services & equipment, and digital media services.
Our projects often involve the introduction of new technologies into emerging markets to support economic development, impact investments, and sustainability projects.
execution
partnering
Our Services
We provide business advice to prepare clients for rapid scaling, partnering, new market entry, and multinational expansion.
We Simplify
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Complex transactions and agreements
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Joint ventures, agency & distribution, licensing, technology development, and acquisitions
We Open
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Expand into new markets
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Qualify local partners
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Setup local entities
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Secure operating licenses
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Launch operations
We Clarify
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Strategic plans
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Business plans
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Go-to-market plans
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Investor pitches
We Lead
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Identify & qualify legal and professional advisors
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Manage budgets, work product, and results
alignment
simplify
Our Team
The Ibex Group consists of independent professionals based in strategic locations around the world, who are flexibly assembled to address the requirements of each transaction or project.
Jody Daniel Newman
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Newman has served more than 25 years as a business advisor, P&L executive, in-house general counsel, and outside legal counsel, working with some of the world’s most globally oriented companies.
experience
results
Garold (Gerry) LaRue II
Senior Advisor, Coffee, Cacao, and Tropical Agriculture
For more than 30 years, Mr. LaRue has been leading projects in food security, food safety, product design, supply chain processing, and quality control in developed and emerging markets.
Jim Forbes
Senior Advisor, Technology, Media, and Telecom
Mr. Forbes is a telecommunications executive focused on creating and implementing corporate strategy for highly competitive global technology and telecommunications companies.
Shawna Butler
Associate, Medical & Health Innovation
Ms. Butler is expert in leading collaborative ventures, community engagement, and collective impact strategies. She is focused on the intersection of healthcare, technology, and economic development.