How We Work
Our core values are deeply embedded in each aspect of our international business concierge service. By striving to bring these ideas to all that we do, we constantly keep our clients first in mind – and our customer satisfaction speaks for itself. We are proud to say that half of all our new assignments in 2017 are from repeat clients.
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Client-centric
Our clients are at the heart of our business model. Our fundamental mission is to make your international expansion as easy as possible.
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Objective
We offer guidance and advice based on your business’s specific needs. Our business model allows us to choose the best partners for your situation, without any outside interests.
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Straightforward
We aim to tell it like it is. We’re transparent about our fees, and we avoid jargon in order to streamline the expansion process.
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Global
We work with businesses and partners around the world every day, and we apply an international perspective to all our operations.
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Innovative
Our concierge approach gives us an opportunity to do things in a different way, as it is uniquely tailored to each client we work with. We seek to constantly evolve our business for the benefit of our clients.
What Is an International Business Concierge Service?

What people say about us
“Galvin International were recommended to us to assist with expanding our Asia-Pacific footprint. Wilson Electronics were impressed by their ability to pull together a vast network of resources, deliver turnkey solutions to our projects and assemble the in-country resources required to grow our markets overseas. We expanded our use of Galvin and converted all our needs in the region to the firm.”
Jay Suel, CFO Wilson Electronics“Galvin International have helped us with our successful expansion into US, Australia and Europe. Their knowledge of compliance and logistics is invaluable, especially in meeting tight deadlines overseas. They are always there when we need them, and their overseas network is extensive.”
Ian Houghton, CEO Science In Sport,“WorldViz needed to hire employees in the UK and in Taiwan. These are our first international employees and Galvin International guided and assisted us in this process. They helped us develop the appropriate payroll entities for each country. In addition, they provided us with the accounting, HR and legal contacts necessary to ensure we are in compliance with all local reporting requirements.”
Phil Schlageter, CFO WorldViz,“Galvin International provided Secretariat International with a great service when we set up an operation in the UK. John provided us with all of the information and options we required with regard to local suppliers. We were confident in the end that we made the right decisions. John was very patient and attentive and I would be happy to recommend Galvin International to anyone who needs help overseas.”
Meera Wagman, COO Secretariat International,“Blue Marble and our clients are extremely pleased with our partnership with Galvin International. They have immense knowledge about global finance, payroll and compliance; a strong and vast network of partners and experts; and a genuine desire to make our clients happy. They are quick and collaborative in their approach. and we recommend their expertise to ALL our clients. “
Victor Lobo, VP Sales & Marketing Blue Marble Global Payroll,“Trying to set up a new venture is a daunting prospect but John Galvin at Galvin International was a friendly and experienced voice giving practical advice that has helped us at Walcon Marine get started on the right foot.”
Keith Walker, Controller Walcon Marine,“t takes one conversation with John for you to have the confidence of knowing that you’re in good hands. Every Accounting, Tax and Payroll problem has a solution, and it seems evident that he knows most, if not all, of those solutions. It was a pleasure working with John for Expanding To Conferences and I absolutely highly recommend working with him.”
Liam Birt, Founder & CEO Expanding To Conferences,