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cold calling in person

joe99b — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:14:42 GMT

What is the Italian attitude to cold calling on companies, that is just turning up at the premises and asking to see a relevant person to put forward a proposal for a business idea? Many years ago I was told the correct way was to send a letter of introduction and request an appointment, is this correct?

searching for a business partner

joe99b — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:03:38 GMT

For various reasons I�m looking to relocate in Italy. Including, I like Italy a lot and Italy has a strong heritage and skilled workforce with many companies and sub contractors in the footwear and clothing manufacturing sector. Therefore I�d like to establish a start-up small/medium enterprise business in Italy taking advantage of an undeveloped gap in the sports footwear, clothing and accessories market. However I realise I can�t do it all on my own and I am therefore looking for an Italian partner. Either an existing company or entrepreneurial individuals. I�ve tried contacting initially via e-mail various specific trade organisations and bodies such as Assosport, Italian Trade Commission, local chambers of commerce etc, seeking assistance and I�ve had no reply. Am I going about it the wrong way? What is the best way to find a prospective Italian business partner? Can anybody help me out with information, put me in the right direction with suggestions or assist me.

Gelateria for sale, Centro Storico Lucca

La Tosca Gelato — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:13:38 GMT

We are selling our busy gelateria in Lucca town centre on the main street from the bus station and tourist info to the main piazza. Please see our website > La Tosca Gelateria Lucca < and contact us for further information. We can provide training etc. Asking price of €170 000 is negotiable.