2001-2003
Bringing data to FDI
Founded in 2001, OCO Global was set up to bring new perspectives and analysis to the world of economic development. Recognising a growing demand for data-driven Foreign Direct Investment insights, OCO pioneered innovative services like Locomonitor and OCO Assets Benchmark.
2004-2007
Go West!
Opening a New York office and joining the IEDC board represented a pivot to the US, placing OCO front and centre when the global financial crisis hit. The business expanded its representation contracts for major US states while building across European and Asian markets.
2007-2012
Trusted advisory partner
OCO expanded its institutional reach by collaborating with major organisations including the World Bank, OECD and EBRD. This period reflected a more diversified project footprint across varied markets and economic development programmes.
2012-2018
New avenues for growth
As global economic growth temporarily stalled, OCO proactively sought out new geographic opportunities and service lines to sustain its expansion. The period saw growth into adjacent services and new markets.
The OCO Global Journey
2019-2025
When trade goes virtual
The global shutdown caused by COVID-19 accelerated rapid innovation, and OCO became a expert advisor for clients needing to build systemic resilience. This phase also pushed new thinking around digital trade and investment promotion.
Thanks for the support of our clients through the years
2026-Today
Embracing the future
In the current era of nation-centric industrial policy, OCO continues to transform its offerings in economic development and internationalisation. New technologies, wider intelligence capability and service innovation are shaping the next chapter.
