Asia Group Advisors acquired by global player Access Partnership

Asia Group Advisors, an advisory firm with consultants in six Asian countries, has been acquired by Access Partnership, a UK-headquartered consultancy firm.

Founded in 2013, Asia Group Advisors specialises in market entry support, strategic communications, government affairs, and public policy in Southeast Asia. With the acquisition, Access Partnership adds a team of over 40 policy experts in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam to its footprint.

Headquartered in London, Access Partnership guides businesses and governments through complex challenges in technology sectors, offering expertise in economics, public policy, regulatory, and market growth. The firm already had a presence in Asia (Singapore), alongside other hubs in Brussels, Gauteng, Abu Dhabi, and Washington DC.

“This acquisition equips us to provide market access in the fastest-growing and most innovative places in ways that also benefit local consumers,” said Gregory Francis, CEO of Access Partnership. “Asia Group Advisors has built a reputation for delivering strategic insights and significant client impact, perfectly complementing our clients’ evolving needs.”

“With ASEAN expected to add 140 million new consumers by 2030, and the regional digital economy projected to triple in size, Access Partnership and Asia Group Advisors are uniquely positioned to help businesses capitalize on these opportunities. By combining their in-country resources and expertise with our global reach, the partnership offers unparalleled support for navigating the complexities of one of the world's most dynamic markets.”

Adam Schwarz, CEO of Asia Group Advisors, echoed the sentiment: “Access Partnership's global reach opens exciting opportunities for Asia Group Advisors and our clients. Many of our clients operate beyond Asia’s borders; with Access Partnership's strong presence in Europe and the US, we can now offer strategic global access alongside policy advocacy, economic impact analysis and public sector advisory.”