Expanding a Turkish food brand across MENA via strategic B2B partnerships, “Private Label” solutions, and high-conversion distributor acquisition funnels.
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Expanding a Turkish food brand across MENA via strategic B2B partnerships, “Private Label” solutions, and high-conversion distributor acquisition funnels.
Sama (Gardenia) produces high-quality Turkish chocolate spreads, cookies, and tea with export-grade standards. The challenge was not the product quality, but the lack of a structured B2B Market Entry strategy outside Turkey. The brand needed to transition from “selling products” to “selling a sustainable business model” to distributors in Libya, Iraq, Morocco, and beyond.
Seven Grounds engineered a comprehensive GTM (Go-To-Market) Playbook for Sama. We redefined their value proposition around two pillars: “One Distributor Per City” (ensuring price stability and profit margins) and “Rapid Private Labeling” (allowing large distributors to launch their own brands within weeks). By implementing a rigorous B2B digital funnel—filtering leads by warehouse capacity and distribution force—we transformed Sama into a highly sought-after partner. We didn’t just find buyers; we built a disciplined distribution network that ensures long-term market dominance and shelf velocity.

We moved beyond vanity ads to a strict “Qualification Funnel.” Using Meta and LinkedIn, we captured high-intent distributors and filtered them based on logistics, storage, and monthly volume before they even reached the sales team.
We leveraged Sama’s manufacturing speed as a competitive edge. By offering “Your Own Brand in Weeks,” we attracted high-level wholesalers who wanted exclusivity and brand ownership in their local markets.
In established markets like Libya, we ran dual campaigns: Pull (consumer awareness to drive retail demand) and Push (directing shop owners to authorized distributors), ensuring rapid inventory turnover.
We designed a city-by-city expansion plan, focusing on major hubs like Erbil and Tangier-Med. By using localized “Hooks” and B2B-centric content, we reduced the Cost Per Lead (CPL) while maintaining high lead quality.