Market Entry and Business Consulting

India, a massive and unique market, offers a broad range of opportunities. With a projected GDP growth of 6.5% for FY2026 and the youngest population in the world, the subcontinent has become a rising global economic force and a critical destination for foreign investors. Navigating this complex and dynamic environment requires expert guidance from business consultants who understand local nuances and can chart a path to success.

A Strong Strategy Consulting Firm to Boost Your Growth

Over the past years, the Indian government deployed regulatory incentives designed to facilitate business entries into the Indian market. These measures provided a fast track for SMEs and businesses to expand in a scalable country that ranks high in global innovation and competitiveness. Over the past years, key actors in the country deployed tremendous efforts to improve and scale the existing infrastructures, which positively impacted the current energy, road, and railway framework. A business consultant can help identify the most effective ways to navigate this evolving landscape.

A Market Entry Strategy to Thrive in India

While India offers great potential, it is also a market influenced by local specificities, complexities, unique trends, and strict regulations. For this reason, it is crucial for businesses to seek business consulting services that ensure a clear and tailored approach to entering the market.

With expert guidance, your business can avoid common pitfalls and navigate the complexities of the Indian market. A robust market entry strategy ensures that your venture thrives while minimizing risks associated with international expansion.

Our Expertise

At UJA, we specialize in providing end-to-end business consulting services tailored specifically to help you enter and grow in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world. From formulating market entry strategies to establishing your presence in India, our expert business consultants provide comprehensive support, unlocking infinite potential for your business growth. With deep market expertise, we help businesses of all scales navigate and thrive in India’s evolving economic landscape.

Our Experts

Yash Pathak - The Head of Department, Market Entry & Business Consulting

Yash brings over six years of expertise in cross-border business consulting and corporate finance. Specializing in market research, he excels at evaluating international companies’ potential in India, formulating market entry strategies, and facilitating joint ventures and acquisitions. His proficiency spans diverse sectors, including automotive, chemicals and materials, industrial machinery, food, retail, and ICT. Yash excels at crafting business plans, securing funds, providing invaluable insights for strategic decision-making, and fostering sustainable growth.

Mohnish Khisty - Senior Associate, Market Entry & Business Consulting
A PGDM graduate and tech-savvy professional with three years of experience in the market research industry, With strong analytical skills and expertise in data collection, competitive analysis, and statistical analysis, he effectively utilizes research findings to drive business growth by evaluating market entry strategies and estimating and forecasting market size.
Jay Araki - Director, International Business Consulting

With over 18 years of experience in Corporate Strategy and Compliance Advisory, Jay brings unprecedented expertise. His broad knowledge of the Indian market led him to become a certified ‘Indian Coordinator’ for The Japan External Trade Organisation. A key partner in UJA’s growth, he provides guidance to Japanese companies based in India or looking for new opportunities.

Misato Muroi - Business Manager Japan, International Business Consulting

Misato has extensive expertise in aiding Japanese enterprises in Japan seeking investment opportunities in India, as well as supporting Japanese firms operating in India grappling with compliance challenges. She offers precise guidance and fosters the advancement of their business pursuits. Moreover, she specialises in effectively navigating and bridging the cultural divergence between India and Japan, leveraging a profound understanding of the respective cultures of both nations. 

Tamie Takahashi - Assistant Manager Japan, International Business Consulting

She has extensive experience with various companies, including Japanese corporations and Singapore startups. She provides a versatile perspective and is comprehensive about venturing into India and driving business expansion.

Kazuhiko Yamazaki - Senior Associate Japan, International Business Consulting

Majoring in Area Studies, he has been immersing himself in a wide range of cultures. With experience in the SaaS industry and intercultural communication skills fostered in the hotel industry in Tokyo, he supports Japanese corporations by getting himself between Japanese companies and Indian experts.

Miki Ikeda - Senior Associate Japan, International Business Consulting

She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Sophia University.  After working in the Japanese education industry, she engaged in intellectual property-related legal work at a law firm in Japan. Leveraging her diverse background, she offers flexible solutions to Japanese companies expanding into India.  

Olivia Calvet-Soubiran - General Manager France, International Business Consulting

After starting her career in the Marketing team of Shiseido, Olivia joined the Asia Desk of the  Paris Region CCI. She advised countless French companies targeting the Indian, Japanese, and Southeast Asian markets. She was a touch point for Indian companies looking to invest and grow in the European market. Olivia serves as General Secretary of Business Club France Inde Marseille Provence Région.

Nitin Krishnan - Senior Advisor, Legal & Strategy International Business Consulting
Nitin has practiced law in India, gaining experience in assisting foreign companies with India entry and regulatory matters. He has worked as a legal advisor for Business France, French Embassy in India. Alongside his legal expertise, Nitin is proficient in French which aids him in understanding French culture and handling cross-border legal issues.
Luciano P. Mantovani - Associate Vice President, International Business Consulting
Luciano has worked extensively in Scandinavia, Italy & Asia with a focus on India. He has a background in business & strategy consulting. He has experience in the development of internationalization, go to market, rout to market strategies and creating JVs and distribution collaborations. He is currently the Secretary-General of the Indian Chamber of Commerce in Italy.
Pier Giuseppe Satta - Business Manager Italy, International Business Consulting

Pier Giuseppe holds a Master’s Degree in Business Management from the Universita’ Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. He has 5+ experience in working with international projects spanning across Europe and India as well as South-East Asia markets. He actively engages with Italian companies in India as well as those seeking to explore Indian markets providing strategic advisory and consultation. Over the last few years, Pier Giuseppe has built a strong network with private players and public institutions such as the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), Confindustria, Invest India, and ICCI. Currently, he is responsible for the IPR & Trade Barriers Desk of the ITA New Delhi office.

Pier Giuseppe Satta - Senior Associate Italy, International Business Consulting

Cristina, originally from Venice, has a strong international background, with eight years as a Sales Director in the United States and five years as a language specialist in India. Adept at overcoming cultural barriers, she is a key link between her Italian culture and her deep understanding of the Indian context. Her education in Communications (UC San Diego) gives her skills in international relations and cultural mediation, with a passion for bridging cultures. 

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