Market Entry Advisory
Company review, market readiness, positioning, and a clear entry plan.
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Alta Lake Advisors
Advisory and execution to launch and win in Hong Kong—and to access China from a trusted base. We help North American companies land, comply, and grow.
Services
We help you get live, compliant, and growing—with clear deliverables and timelines.
Risk Management & Compliance
Risk mapping, controls, and coordination with legal and tax partners.
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Investor narrative, target list, and process support.
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Introductions, partner ecosystem, and operating cadence.
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Monthly guidance to excel—not just launch.
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Sprint, Setup & Launch, or Growth Partner—scope tailored to you.
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Why Hong Kong
Gateway to Asia and China, strong business infrastructure, concentration of capital and talent, and a clear legal and regulatory environment. See how Hong Kong fits your expansion.
Why Hong KongHow we work
A clear process from readiness to scale.
Readiness & objectives
We align on your goals, timeline, and what “success” looks like in Hong Kong.
Market entry plan
Structured plan: entity, positioning, compliance, and go-to-market.
Setup & compliance coordination
We coordinate with [INSERT PARTNER NAME] and other vetted partners so you stay on track.
Go-to-market & partnerships
Introductions, local presence, and execution support.
Optimize & scale
Ongoing advisory to refine operations and grow in the region.
Leadership
Adam Singer is a Hong Kong–based Risk & Compliance specialist and former HKEX Group Chief Compliance Officer (Sept 2021–June 2024). He spent 22+ years at J.P. Morgan in senior APAC compliance and operational risk roles. He is fluent in English and French and familiar with Mandarin. Adam holds an MBA (Finance) from Columbia Business School and an Engineering degree from McGill.
About usInsights
Hong Kong entity setup: what founders miss
Common gaps when setting up in HK and how to avoid them.
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Compliance and controls: staying fast without getting burned
Practical ways to build risk management into your growth.
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HK as a launchpad to the Greater Bay Area
How Hong Kong fits into a China and regional strategy.
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Do you provide legal or tax advice?
No. We provide general advisory and execution support. For legal or tax matters we coordinate with vetted [INSERT PARTNER NAME] professionals; you should always get advice from qualified counsel and tax advisors.
How fast can we get started?
Typically we can begin within a few weeks of the intro call, depending on scope and your timeline. We’ll give you a clear proposal after the 30-minute call.
Do you work with startups?
Yes. We work with companies at different stages—from early-stage to established—that are serious about entering Hong Kong and the region. The 30-minute intro call helps us both assess fit.
How do you help with compliance?
We map risks, design controls, and coordinate with legal and tax partners so your setup and operations stay compliant. We don’t replace lawyers or auditors; we keep the process moving and aligned with your goals.
Can HK be used to access China?
Hong Kong is widely used as a base to access China—for capital, talent, and business development. We can discuss how it fits your strategy and what “access” looks like in practice for your situation.
What does the 30-minute intro call cover?
We cover your objectives, timeline, and current stage; we explain how we work and which services or packages might fit. No obligation—it’s a chance to see if we’re a good fit.
Ready to start your Hong Kong expansion?
Book a 30-minute intro call. We’ll align on your goals and next steps.
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