Business Beyond Borders

Business Beyond Borders is a candid podcast for leaders navigating the realities of international growth. Hosted by global expansion strategist Cynthia Dearin, the show features straight-talk conversations with trusted advisors, CEOs of mid-market firms and ...more

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About the Show

Business Beyond Borders is a candid podcast for leaders navigating the realities of international growth. Hosted by global expansion strategist Cynthia Dearin, the show features straight-talk conversations with trusted advisors, CEOs of mid-market firms and operators on the ground — unpacking what it really takes to turn global ambition into commercial results. Each episode focuses on what happens when strategy turns into action:<br /><ul><li>Executing in real markets</li><li>Navigating regulation, trade policy, and risk</li><li>Building systems, partnerships, and teams across borders</li><li>Adapting strategy once it meets reality</li></ul>The podcast reflects the way Dearin &amp; Associates works in practice — combining clear strategy with disciplined execution, supported by a global advisory network embedded in key markets across Europe, the UK, Asia-Pacific, and beyond.<br /><br />Business Beyond Borders is for CEOs, founders, and senior leaders who know that international success isn’t just about where you expand — it’s about how you execute.

Meet our Hosts

Cynthia Dearin

Cynthia Dearin

Cynthia Dearin is an international business strategist, author, and keynote speaker who helps mid-sized companies turn global ambition into commercial reality. As founder and CEO of Dearin & Associates, Cynthia works with founders and leadership teams to design and execute international growth strategies that are pragmatic, ethical, and future-focused. Her background spans diplomacy, law, and executive leadership, giving her a rare ability to connect global strategy with on-the-ground execution. Over the past decade, Cynthia has advised businesses, governments, and institutions across multiple regions, helping them navigate the complexity of international markets and build resilient paths to growth. Her work explores how trade can act as a force for prosperity, stability, and long-term impact when done well. She is the author of Business Beyond Borders and Camels, Sheikhs and Billionaires, and will release The Global Standard in 2026 - a forthcoming book calling for a new era of international business leadership. Through her podcast, speaking, and advisory work, Cynthia challenges leaders to think beyond borders and build global strategies that actually work.