Empowering Small Exporters: Diaspora Marketing in a Globalized World

 "The success of a brand is not just about what it offers, but how it connects with its audience, transcending boundaries and cultures."

— Jean-Pierre Garnier, Former CEO of GlaxoSmithKline

Link to the seed inspiration for this blog is given towards the end

In the ever-evolving landscape of international business, one strategy has been quietly reshaping the fortunes of small and emerging exporters. This strategy, coined as "diaspora marketing," holds the power to transform a modest Indian brand into a global powerhouse, resonating with the vast Indian community scattered across the world.

The notion of diaspora marketing is not just a hunch; it's a dynamic marketing proposition that has propelled numerous companies, as evidenced in the insightful article. This progression has become a natural trajectory for many Indian brands seeking to broaden their horizons.

Today, with the remarkable strides in technology, this venture is more accessible than ever. The ubiquity of the internet has not only facilitated connectivity but also made it imperative for businesses to embrace this medium in earnest.

The rise of Indian brands is intricately linked to the competitive spirit and the burgeoning prosperity within the Indian market. As the need for differentiation grew, so did the emergence of branding.

In the bygone era of Biocon, an advertising and marketing-driven ecosystem thrived against a backdrop of supply-side constraints and capital scarcity. Yet, as these constraints loosened and the market dynamics shifted, propelled by rising per capita incomes, India emerged as a well-defined market.

As Michael Porter astutely asserts in his seminal work, "The Competitive Advantage of Nations," domestic triumph is the springboard to international success. This brings us to the crux of diaspora marketing, a golden opportunity for exporters dealing in traditional products, which may require a nuanced approach for foreign markets. These products, however, find a ready audience in the Indian diaspora settled abroad.

The markets ripe for this approach span across the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, select countries in Southeast Asia, and the Anglophone African communities rooted in British heritage.

Adding to this favorable wind is the potent mix of nostalgia and patriotism. Leveraging these sentiments effectively in marketing campaigns can significantly enhance the appeal of products to this demographic.

In summation, diaspora marketing presents an enticing prospect, one that demands thoughtful strategy and steadfast implementation. When executed rigorously, it has the potential to create a robust and dependable revenue stream, propelling businesses to new heights.

In the words of Jean-Pierre Garnier, former CEO of GlaxoSmithKline, "The success of a brand is not just about what it offers, but how it connects with its audience, transcending boundaries and cultures." This sentiment encapsulates the essence of diaspora marketing—a bridge that spans continents and cultures, uniting brands with their global audience.

Bhanu Srivastava
Bizseer Consultancy, Pune ( India )

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The link to the seed article :Evolution of Indian brands: From local to global players