About Global Bridges
In 1989, at the height of the Japan craze, Radboud Molijn founded the company Japan Insite, offering its clients a broad array of research and advisory services with the goal of bringing Europe and Japan closer together through Business Development. Fast forward to 2023 and Radboud has earned his status as "Japan Connoisseur", decorated with the Order of the Rising Sun by emperor Akihito and making frequent guest appearances on Dutch radio to share his insights on all things Japan. Japan Insite later evolved into CDI Japan, which was subsequently rebranded to Global Bridges.
Global Bridges is a Dutch Consulting & Advisory Boutique with over 30 years of experience connecting companies through M&A and Business Development. We specialize in facilitating business between Japan and Europe, unburdening our clients by coordinating and advising in M&A projects, including Mergers, Acquisitions, Joint Ventures and Divestitures, and by Catalyzing Business Development through Market Research, Channel Partner Network Development and Technology Transfer. Our clients include large corporations, SMEs, start-ups, banks, funds and governmental institutions.
In a time where there is an increasing need for Japanese companies to look towards the global playing field to sustain their business long-term, our mission is to be the ideal matchmaker, seeking out opportunities for synergy and mutual growth. Conversely, we want to inspire non-Japanese businesses and business persons alike to invest in and build upon the future of Japan. We take personal care and interest in contributing to meaningful projects that have an impact on the social and corporate landscape on both sides of the proverbial bridge.
In a time where there is an increasing need for Japanese companies to look towards the global playing field to sustain their business long-term, our mission is to be the ideal matchmaker, seeking out opportunities for synergy and mutual growth. Conversely, we want to inspire non-Japanese businesses and business persons alike to invest in and build upon the future of Japan. We take personal care and interest in contributing to meaningful projects that have an impact on the social and corporate landscape on both sides of the proverbial bridge.