U.S. Retail Entry Operators bridging procurement intelligence with international execution.
We partner with high-performing consumer brands from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East to successfully enter and scale within major U.S. retailers. We don't "introduce." We prepare you to win.
Connective Ventures Group is a U.S. retail entry consulting firm specializing in bringing international consumer brands into the American market. Unlike traditional brokers or agents, we operate as strategic partners who understand both sides of the equation: what retailers need and what international brands face when entering a new market.
Our unique value proposition comes from combining deep retail procurement experience with proven international business execution. This allows us to prepare brands for U.S. market entry with both strategic insight and operational capability.
We focus on four primary sectors: Beauty, Health, Fashion, and Food & Beverage—categories where we have direct procurement experience and established retail relationships.
Co-Founder | Former Target Procurement Officer
Bryson brings insider knowledge of retail procurement processes from his experience as a Procurement Officer at Target. He understands the buyer's perspective—what gets approved, what gets rejected, and why.
His procurement experience spans multiple major retailers, giving him unique insight into vendor onboarding standards, category review processes, and retail margin structures across the industry.
He knows how U.S. buyers think.
Co-Founder | International Business Operator
Abdirahman is an entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience building and scaling companies across healthcare, retail, and international trade. He brings operational expertise in managing cross-border business complexities.
His background in international sourcing, supply chain development, and multi-market expansion provides the operational foundation needed to execute successful U.S. market entries for international brands.
He knows how to execute globally.
Procurement Intelligence + International Execution
This unique combination allows us to prepare international brands for U.S. retail success with both strategic insight and operational capability.
We've sat on the buyer's side of the table at Target, CVS, Cub Foods, and Walmart. We know exactly what procurement teams look for and what causes rejections.
10+ years of operational experience building international companies. We understand the complexities brands face when entering new markets.
Our 3-phase methodology builds proof before pitching hope. We validate, build regional momentum, then approach national retailers with data.
U.S. Retail Entry Operators
Strategic partners who prepare international brands for U.S. retail success through procurement intelligence, operational execution, and proven market entry methodology.
Retail buyers make decisions based on data, not enthusiasm. We help brands build the sales data, velocity metrics, and market performance proof that procurement teams require before considering new vendors.
Major retailers have strict vendor requirements: EDI capability, GS1 barcoding, product liability insurance, regulatory compliance, and logistics standards. We ensure brands meet every requirement before buyer meetings.
We don't rush to national retailers. Our 3-phase approach validates product-market fit, builds regional retail momentum, and only then approaches major retailers with proven performance data. This dramatically increases approval rates.
U.S. market entry isn't a one-time event—it's an ongoing process. We remain strategic advisors throughout the scaling journey, helping optimize performance, navigate buyer relationships, and expand distribution strategically.
If you're a high-performing consumer brand from Europe, Asia, or the Middle East looking to enter the U.S. retail market, let's discuss your strategy.