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Colby Kirk
President & CEO
One East Kentucky
Transformative Rural FDI Strategies
ResearchFDI has been an incredible asset to our community’s economic development efforts. Their lead generation services are top-notch, consistently providing us with high-quality opportunities that align with our local strengths and targeted sectors. Beyond just connecting us with potential projects, ResearchFDI has demonstrated a deep understanding of our region and worked with us in strategic planning. They have helped us develop and implement a tailored strategy to attract foreign direct investment in our rural region where FDI can have a transformative impact. Their insights and proactive approach have given us a clear roadmap for growth, and we are already seeing the positive results. I highly recommend ResearchFDI for any community looking to elevate its economic development initiatives.
Catharine Gerhard
Waterloo EDC
A real partner
ResearchFDI has been a real pleasure to work with in generating FDI meetings for our missions in the NYC and Boston areas. They are 100% reliable, effective and a real partner. As a result of this relationship, we landed two FDI wins from NYC resulting in 50 jobs.
Jordana Ellis
Senior Business Development Executive – International Markets
West Midlands Growth Company
Outstanding Sector-Specific Leads
Over the past year of working with ResearchFDI on a sector-specific project, they have consistently delivered outstanding service and high-quality leads in the life sciences and MedTech sectors. Their team has demonstrated a strong grasp of our sector’s unique value proposition and the types of companies we aim to attract to the West Midlands. It has been a pleasure collaborating with the ResearchFDI team, who have consistently provided excellent support and developed effective project management strategies. I highly recommend partnering with them for sector-focused lead generation and profile-building initiatives.
Brad Hammond
OMCA
Outstanding
I worked with ResearchFDI and was impressed with their expertise in crafting effective email campaigns that deliver results. They demonstrated a deep understanding of our economic development goals, creating targeted campaigns that communicated our key messages. Their team produced engaging campaigns that helped us re-connect with dormant investment leads. Overall, I highly recommend ResearchFDI for their outstanding email marketing services.
In a competitive landscape, missed opportunities aren’t an option. That’s why ResearchFDI exists: to help you maximize your region’s investment potential.
Our data-driven investment solutions and expert consulting empower economic developers to attract high-value opportunities, make informed decisions, and create impactful growth for communities everywhere.
Empower your region through targeted investment
Here's How It Works
ResearchFDI equips economic development and FDI teams with everything they need to build strong, data-backed investment strategies that drive growth. Our services empower you to:
🌎 Connect with high-value investors
📈 Expand your region’s economic potential
🚀 Build lasting partnerships and attract high-impact businesses
🏢 Strengthen industry-specific growth across regions
…all with expert guidance and customized insights.
Services to Fuel Your Success
Lead Generation
Identify and connect with decision-makers ready to invest in your community, ensuring every lead aligns with your growth objectives.
Trusted Reps
Extend your global reach with our experienced consultants who represent your region internationally and connect you with strategic partners.
Prospect Databases
Build a customized database of top-tier companies, helping you target high-growth prospects that align with your specific industries.
The Growth Your Region Needs
Lay the Groundwork
Set the foundation for investment success by establishing a targeted strategy that attracts sustainable growth and long-term investment.
Turbo-charge Your Impact
Optimize and maximize each outreach effort with actionable insights and a tailored investment plan to increase project success.
Broaden your Reach
Accelerate investment across industries, markets, and geographies, positioning your region as a prime destination for high-value investors.
Worldwide expertise
With a global network of offices, team members, consultants, and partners, ResearchFDI brings local expertise and international reach to every project. Our worldwide presence ensures that we’re ready to support your investment goals wherever opportunities arise.
Deep Dive
Streamline your investment strategy
Find Qualified Prospects with our Proven Strategies
Investment Attraction
Our proven strategies combine data-driven lead generation, customized prospect databases, and expert in-market representation to connect you with growing companies who align with your region’s vision. With our support, you gain the tools and insights to turn potential opportunities into project wins. Let us be the catalyst that transforms your inward investment goals into reality.
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Tailored Strategies for Investment Success
Strategy & Consulting
ResearchFDI’s Strategy & Consulting services offer customized, data-driven insights to help your region attract the right companies. From detailed market studies to actionable investment attraction plans, we provide the tools you need to craft a winning investment and FDI strategy that drives economic growth.
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Dial In Your Team’s Investment Attraction Expertise
Investment Attraction Training
ResearchFDI’s Investment Attraction Training programs give your team the competitive edge they need to attract inward investments. With hands-on training, real-world case studies, and flexible learning options, we ensure your organization is equipped with the latest strategies and tools to drive successful investment attraction.
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Connect Local Businesses to Global Markets
Trade & Export
ResearchFDI’s Trade & Export services are designed to break down barriers and open doors for your businesses seeking to expand internationally. With our expert guidance, market insights, and direct connections, your local companies can confidently navigate new markets and thrive on a global scale.
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Data-Driven Investment Attraction at Your Fingertips
FDI365
FDI365 delivers precision and power to your investment attraction efforts, combining advanced analytics with curated business intelligence. With real-time reporting, a customized pipeline, and CRM integration, you gain access to actionable insights that help you secure high-value investments efficiently and effectively.
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Informed Decisions for Confident Expansion
Corporate Services
Make strategic foreign investment decisions backed by comprehensive market data and sector analysis. From expansion market assessments to targeted customer lists, we provide the insights needed to identify the best opportunities and reduce risks when entering new markets.
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Impressed by their expertise
I had the pleasure of collaborating with ResearchFDI and was thoroughly impressed by their expertise in graphic design for economic development marketing. Their designs were both visually captivating and strategically effective. ResearchFDI demonstrated a deep understanding of our economic development goals and target audience, creating marketing materials that effectively communicated our key messages and value propositions. Their team consistently delivered high-quality collateral, including brochures, presentations, and other marketing materials.
Highly Knowledgeable
As a rural economic development professional targeting Agrifood businesses, I highly recommend ResearchFDI’s online investment attraction training. The trainers were highly knowledgeable and tailored the program to our needs, providing practical tools and strategies that have had a marked impact on our organization’s ability to attract investors. Despite the online format, the training was engaging and interactive, and the focus on the Agrifood sector was particularly valuable.
Outstanding commitment
ResearchFDI has repeatedly proven an outstanding commitment to delivering results of great quality in a very timely fashion. Greater Zurich Area used ResearchFDI for lead generation and appointment setting in a number of U.S. cities. The team at ResearchFDI thoroughly analyzed Greater Zurich Area’s needs and delivered highly targeted results.
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