About Us
Our Story
Global Founder Stack was born from a simple observation: international founders face significant information asymmetry when establishing offshore business structures. While financial markets have sophisticated infrastructure for price discovery and comparison, founders navigating incorporation, banking, and compliance decisions often rely on fragmented advice, outdated blog posts, or expensive consultants.
We set out to change that by building what we call the "Operating System for Global Founders"—a research-driven platform that brings the same analytical rigor used in financial markets to the world of cross-border business infrastructure.
Our Edge
We don't just guess or aggregate opinions. Our approach is grounded in systematic analysis of banking terms, regulatory policy changes, and documented incorporation requirements—the same way financial professionals analyze market microstructure and institutional frameworks.
Every comparison matrix, timeline estimate, and service recommendation on this platform is backed by verifiable data points. We track changes to KYC requirements, monitor restricted countries lists, and document fee structures with the precision of a financial research desk.
Leadership
Our platform is directed by a Senior Finance Fellow with a multidisciplinary background: bridging advanced academic research (PhD) with frontline experience in Big Four advisory, M&A structuring, and cross-market investment. We navigate the complexities of global financial infrastructure with a practitioner's lens.
- •Multidisciplinary Foundation: PhD-level expertise spanning Finance, Computer Science, and Global Management, integrating quantitative rigor with strategic execution.
- •Industry Practice: Veteran background in Big Four advisory and compliance, ensuring rigorous risk management and regulatory adherence.
- •Global Capital: Deep experience in cross-border M&A and global investment strategies, managing capital flows across major financial centers.
This institutional background informs our methodology: we approach founder infrastructure with the skepticism of a research analyst and the precision of a systems engineer—committed to data integrity, verification, and zero bias.
Our Promise
We are committed to three core principles:
- Unbiased Data: Our rankings prioritize objective metrics—fees, timelines, pass rates, and documented requirements—not marketing claims.
- Verified Requirements: We cross-reference official sources, partner documentation, and real user experiences to ensure accuracy.
- Transparent Decision Matrices: We show you how we compare services, so you can make informed decisions based on your specific needs.
While we do maintain affiliate relationships with some service providers (see our Affiliate Disclosure), our editorial independence is non-negotiable. We only recommend services that meet our research standards.
A Research Hub, Not a Blog
Global Founder Stack is designed as a research hub for serious founders building global businesses. We publish detailed guides, comparison matrices, and policy updates—not promotional content or generic "listicles."
If you're navigating the complex landscape of international incorporation, banking, and compliance, we're here to provide the institutional-grade analysis you need to make confident decisions.