Duco van Breemen

Helping companies expand into Australia with proven GTM and sales systems | 1,000+ founders supported

Greater Sydney Area

About

I help startups and SMEs grow their business. That might mean entering a new market, building a stronger sales system, or turning scattered leads into a repeatable pipeline. At Haymarket HQ, I’ve worked with more than 1,000 companies expanding into and across APAC. We’re the partner of the Singapore Government for their tech companies entering Australia, and we’ve supported organisations like Alibaba, Australia Post, and Tech Central to help more founders and teams grow across the region. I’ve seen what it takes to grow across sectors, from AI and regtech to consumer tech and beyond. I particularly enjoyed launching Stoov, one of Europe's fastest-growing companies, in Australia (who doesn't need a heated cushion in Sydney during winter?!) Most of my work sits at the intersection of strategy, sales, and systems. I help businesses clarify their value proposition, design their business development approach, and build a go-to-market motion that turns leads into customers. I believe sales is the lifeblood of any company. With the right structure, a few simple frameworks, and consistent execution, you can build not just a stronger business, but a better life as a founder. These days, I spend most of my time helping companies set up simple, powerful sales systems that make growth predictable and scalable. If you’re looking to grow in Australia but aren’t sure where to start, your strategy, sales engine, or CRM, let’s connect. I’m always happy to share what’s worked and what hasn’t.

Experience

  • Haymarket HQ (9 yrs 10 mos)
    • Chief Executive Officer
      May 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 2 mos

      Haymarket HQ (HHQ) supports technology companies, from startups to ASX-listed enterprises, to start, grow and expand into new markets. HHQ has supported over 800 companies to raise >$100m in capital to expand into 40+ new markets. ▶︎ Supported 800 companies to start, grow and expand into international markets. ▶︎ Attracted funding from Australia Post, Alibaba, Austrade, KPMG Wiise and various others ▶︎ Created partnerships with organisations across the Asia-Pacific, including KPMG, UNSW, USYD, PWC, Alibaba, State governments and various trade and investment organisations  ▶︎ Recruited and lead a small team and a network of 200+ investors and mentors.  ▶︎ Sold and delivered 10+ accelerator programs and advisory services to governments ▶︎ Successfully led the business through lockdown by developing new revenue channels

    • General Manager
      Sep 2016 - May 2021 · 4 yrs 9 mos

  • Go-To-Market Manager at Stoov® | We warm people, not the planet.
    Jul 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    Go-to-market manager Australia for one of Europe's fastest growing brands.

  • Member at Flying Fox Ventures
    Aug 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

  • Mentor at CSIRO
    Jan 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

    Mentor at the CSIRO ON program for deep tech entrepreneurs.

  • Senior Product Manager at Launch Factory 88
    Jan 2013 - Mar 2016 · 3 yrs 3 mos

    Launch Factory 88 (LF88) is an industrial incubator assisting companies to expand into China. LF88 is part of 98 Sparks, which has been active in China since 1998 and employs over 500 people locally. I built up LF88 from scratch and assisted multiple MNCs to successfully enter the Chinese market. ▶︎ Created a new company from scratch (LF88) for 98 Sparks ▶︎ Recruited 20+ international and Chinese candidates ▶︎ Created the corporate identity, branding & developed a new website ▶︎ Significantly increased parent company’s online lead generation ▶︎ Supervision of our clients' local employees & account management ▶︎ Managed all marketing activities of LF88 & 3 sister-companies