Export Connect
Your link to global markets and trusted export advice
Sydney-based export consultancy specialising in food, beverage and agri-food, helping Australian producers select markets, connect with pre-qualified buyers and build export growth strategies.
About
Export Connect is an Australian export consultancy and advisory service founded in 2017 by Najib Lawand, drawing on more than 25 years of food and agri-food export experience. The firm focuses on helping Australian food, beverage and agribusinesses identify the right international markets, connect with pre-qualified buyers, and execute growth strategies. Core offerings include bespoke market research and competitor analysis, a Market Development Director service that acts as an outsourced export arm, guided Market Visit Programmes with in-market buyer meetings, and tailored workshops, programs and industry strategies. Export Connect also runs the Export Connect Portal, providing market insights for 35+ countries, downloadable resources, masterclasses and trade data. The team maintains active in-market networks through regular travel to priority destinations. Notable clients and project partners include Woolworths, Chobani, FIAL and Fine Food Australia.
Why Work With Us
International food and agri-food brands targeting Australia (or Australian-based producers expanding outward) gain access to a deeply networked ANZ-anchored advisor with 25+ years of category expertise, pre-qualified buyer relationships and structured market-entry programmes.
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