Not all companies start out with a clear international strategy of raising capital abroad.“Going Global” may be an option that intrigues more than a few entrepreneurs in the prospect of securing money outside of their home country. This journey usually begins with a customer order, a business opportunity or by leveraging connections overseas.

 Julius Csurgo

Merger Law Associates

Julius Csurgo

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