What BlackStorm Consulting does

BlackStorm Consulting Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-headquartered boutique growth consultancy that helps enterprises, SMEs, startups, and government agencies scale and enter Southeast Asian markets. Founded in 2019 (with the firmographic record showing 2018) by Jeslin Bay (Group CEO), Paddy Tan (Managing Partner), and Shelby Tee (Managing Partner), the firm operates as BlackStorm Group with three integrated service lines: (i) BlackStorm Consulting for corporate strategy, market entry, and operational excellence; (ii) Project Asia Data, a 2025 spin-off providing AI readiness assessment and implementation advisory; and (iii) STARTUPVILLAGE, a modular e-learning platform for founders and professionals. The group's go-to-market combines direct enterprise advisory engagements, channel partnerships with accelerators and government bodies (notably depa in Thailand and the ASEAN Foundation/AVPN/Google.org/ADB-backed AIM ASEAN program), and event-led thought leadership across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and increasingly Vietnam, Taiwan, Korea, and Japan.

The firm monetizes through project-based professional services fees (quote-based, not publicly disclosed), AI consultancy engagements under Project Asia Data, and subscription/recurring revenue from STARTUPVILLAGE e-learning programs, supplemented by grant-funded MSME AI training through AIM ASEAN. Its proprietary "Scaling Excellence Framework" packages a 100-day go-to-market methodology with regional partner networks into a three-stage delivery model (initial assessment, solution development, execution and monitoring). Underlying technology is primarily advisory workflow and ecosystem orchestration rather than a deep software platform, with Project Asia Data representing the firm's principal move into AI-as-a-service delivery.

BlackStorm serves a diverse client base across size tiers and industries, including named enterprise engagements (Zoho in Malaysia; case studies spanning retail analytics, gaming e-commerce, higher education from South Korea, electronics manufacturing, and a tech startup accelerator), SMEs seeking digital transformation, and government agencies engaged in startup ecosystem design. Pricing is bespoke per engagement and not publicly disclosed, which is typical for partner-led advisory work. The firm maintains offices in Singapore (headquarters) and Thailand (BlackStorm (Thailand) Co. Ltd.) and is privately held by its founding team with no disclosed external institutional capital.

Name

BlackStorm Consulting

Legal name

BlackStorm Consulting Pte. Ltd.

Website

https://blackstormco.asia

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

BlackStorm Consulting is a Singapore-based boutique growth consultancy helping enterprises, SMEs, startups, and government agencies scale and enter Southeast Asian markets through three integrated service lines: corporate strategy advisory, AI consultancy via subsidiary Project Asia Data, and the STARTUPVILLAGE e-learning platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Consulting Services

NAICS

Other Management Consulting Services (541618), Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611), Management Consulting Services (54161)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Strategy & Corporate Development Consulting (BPAHACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data, Analytics & AI Consulting (BPAHAEAF), Corporate Accelerators & Startup Programs (FSANAHAD)

Keywords

• Business consulting
• Market entry advisory
• Corporate strategy
• Startup scaling
• AI consultancy

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Business Consulting and Advisory Services: Corporate strategy, profit management, and market entry consulting services for businesses expanding into or within Southeast Asia. Services include initial assessment, solution development, and execution support.
2. AI Consultancy (Project Asia Data): AI adoption and transformation services helping organizations become AI-ready through practical, localized training and implementation support
3. E-Learning Academy (STARTUPVILLAGE): Educational programs and bootcamps for entrepreneurship development, skill building, and startup ecosystem development

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BlackStorm Consulting is a Singapore-based business advisory firm that delivers corporate strategy, market entry, and scaling excellence services to enterprises, SMEs, startups, and government agencies across Southeast Asia. The firm combines traditional management consulting with AI-enabled advisory and operates an ecosystem of programs (scaling framework, market intelligence, startup community, and AI-focused initiatives) designed to help organizations grow regionally.

Product overview

BlackStorm Consulting operates as a Singapore-based business advisory and ecosystem-building group offering a portfolio of consulting and platform services. The core offering consists of BlackStorm Consulting (strategy and market entry consultancy), Project Asia Data (AI consultancy and training arm), and STARTUPVILLAGE (e-learning and community platform). The company also runs AIM ASEAN, a regional free AI training initiative for MSMEs across all ten ASEAN member states. The three main services work together as an ecosystem: BlackStorm Consulting provides strategic advisory, Project Asia Data delivers AI adoption solutions, and STARTUPVILLAGE enables learning and community engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BlackStorm Consulting (Core Advisory Engagements) Core management consulting service providing corporate strategy, market entry, and scaling excellence advisory to enterprises, SMEs, startups, and government agencies operating in or expanding into Southeast Asia.
• Project Asia Data Asia-focused market intelligence and data initiative that supports client market entry and expansion decisions across Southeast Asian markets.
• STARTUPVILLAGE Startup-focused community and scaling program designed to help early-stage and growth-stage startups access mentorship, networks, and growth support within the BlackStorm ecosystem.
• AIM ASEAN AI-focused program for the ASEAN region that combines artificial intelligence advisory, education, and ecosystem-building activities aimed at organizations adopting AI in Southeast Asia.

Quantifiable outcome

• Proven model to scale businesses within 100 days
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• GSIC Powered by MicrosoftcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 December 2025BlackStorm Consulting joined GSIC powered by Microsoft, a global hub for sports and business innovation. Partnership aims to strengthen strategic growth and innovation across Southeast Asia in the sports technology ecosystem.
• Seek & FindcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 December 2025Strategic partnership to expand centimetre-level positioning solutions across Southeast Asia. Seek & Find is a Taiwan-based AIoT company. BlackStorm provides market entry and strategy support for the partnership's regional expansion.
• ASPN Sports Tech AcceleratorcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 July 2025Global partner and judge in Sports Events and Technology (SET) Workshop and ASPN Batch 2 Demo Day. Partnership advances collaboration at intersection of sports, technology, and entrepreneurship across Asia-Pacific.
• Kaizen Institute ThailandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2025Strategic partnership to integrate AI technologies with lean methodologies. Combines Kaizen's continuous improvement expertise with BlackStorm's AI solutions. Three core pillars: diagnosing operational inefficiencies, applying lean principles, and deploying tailored AI solutions. MOU signed at 'AI for Leaders' event co-organized with depa.
• Asia Pacific Accelerator Network (AAN)strategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 May 2025Co-organizer and supporter of AAN Global Startup Awards. Event brought together 12 startups from Taiwan, Japan, India, Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore for pitching and ecosystem networking.
• CoCoTree TechnologystrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2025Strategic partnership to drive innovation in carbon asset development through AI and remote sensing technology. Aims to support governments and businesses in achieving environmental sustainability goals by enhancing carbon credit applications and carbon sink monitoring.
• ASEAN Foundation (AIM ASEAN Programme)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 February 2025Project Asia Data (BlackStorm subsidiary) leads AI training under AIM ASEAN programme, a two-year regional initiative to empower 100,000 MSMEs across all ten ASEAN Member States. Collaboration with AVPN, supported by Google.org and Asian Development Bank.
• Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2025MoU signed to transform Thailand Digital Valley into an international Digital Startup Hub. Partnership aims to bolster the digital ecosystem for sustainable digital economy in Thailand. Signed by Asst. Prof. Dr. Nuttapon Nimmanphatcharin, President/CEO of depa.
• NEXTORMcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 January 2025Strategic partnership to revolutionize manufacturing in Southeast Asia. NEXTORM provides AI-based manufacturing intelligence. BlackStorm plays a critical role in enabling manufacturers to adopt advanced AI-driven solutions and enhance regional competitiveness.
• GenIPstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 December 2024Strategic partnership to transform IP filing and patent market research in Southeast Asia. Creates synergy between AI-driven IP solutions and proven market entry strategies to unlock growth and commercialization opportunities.
• Founders LinksstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 November 2024Partnership to accelerate growth in Southeast Asia combining M&A expertise with scaling strategies. Enables companies in the region to unlock their full potential through combined strengths.
• screensgurustrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 December 2021Joint partnership with screensguru and Numbers Protocol to bring trust to digital media industry, particularly art NFT marketplace. BlackStorm provides business advisory on NFT marketplace operations.
• BEYOND4coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 December 2021Partnership to grow and scale startups and talents within BEYOND4's ecosystem. MOU signing held at Menara HLX, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Also announced partnership with TalentCorp. BlackStorm provides business advisory and scaling expertise.
• QBellstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 December 2021Partnership to conduct study on eCommerce & Logistics in Southeast Asia, covering Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. Survey involves multiple stakeholders to generate comprehensive insights on consumer behavior and market trends.
• Numbers ProtocolstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 December 2021Partnership to promote trust in digital media in Southeast Asia using blockchain technology. BlackStorm helps scale Numbers Protocol's operations across the region through its network of partners.
• Digital Nomad LabsstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 November 2021Partnership to provide comprehensive support for businesses adopting blockchain technologies. BlackStorm provides business advice on blockchain applications while Digital Nomad Labs delivers technical consultancy and development. Aims to help 100+ businesses capture blockchain opportunities by 2022.
• Scaleup TechnologiesstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2021Partnership to provide comprehensive bootcamps helping aspiring entrepreneurs start tech businesses. Scaleup brings no-code development expertise (Bubble platform) while BlackStorm provides business advisory and market commercialization support.
• Red Building CapitalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 December 2019Partnership to maximize potential of Red Building Capital's portfolio companies in blockchain and cryptocurrency industries in Southeast Asia.
• G Camp / Institute of Information Industry (III)strategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 14 October 2019Partnership to internationalize Taiwanese companies in Southeast Asia. G Camp is a project by Taiwan's Institute of Information Industry to enhance competitiveness of Taiwanese companies internationally.
• e27minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 July 2019Partnership to help tech startups go-to-market in Southeast Asia through e27's platform and BlackStorm's consulting expertise.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• YCP Solidance: Singapore-headquartered professional services firm (formerly Solidiance / YCP Group) that delivers market entry, strategy and operational consulting across Southeast Asia. Most closely comparable peer given similar boutique-but-regional positioning, SEA geographic focus, and offering overlap in corporate strategy and digital transformation.

Broad incumbents

• Kearney: Global management consulting firm with established offices in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand that provides strategy, operations and market entry advisory to enterprises expanding internationally across SEA. Competes for many of the same enterprise transformation mandates as BlackStorm, but with a much larger bench.
• McKinsey & Company: Largest global management consulting firm with deep presence across SEA providing corporate strategy, organizational transformation, and digital/AI advisory to large enterprises and government agencies in the region. Sets the quality bar that boutique competitors like BlackStorm must differentiate against.
• Bain & Company: Top-tier global management consulting firm with Singapore and broader SEA offices delivering strategy and performance consulting to enterprises, frequently engaged for cross-border expansion advisory work. Direct broad incumbent comparable on strategy and SEA market entry work.
• Boston Consulting Group: Global strategy consulting leader with strong Singapore and SEA footprint offering corporate strategy, market entry and AI/digital transformation services (via BCG X) to enterprise and government clients across the region. Overlaps with BlackStorm across strategy and AI transformation mandates.
• Roland Berger: Global strategy consulting firm with significant operations across Asia, providing management consulting across market entry, digital transformation and operational improvement. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for regional transformation mandates.
• Accenture: Global professional services leader with extensive SEA operations across strategy, technology and AI consulting (including Accenture Song and AI services). Comparable given Accenture's broad capabilities and heavy investment in AI/data consulting that mirrors BlackStorm's three-pillar approach.
• Frost & Sullivan: Global growth consulting and market research firm with strong Asia presence, providing market intelligence, strategy advisory and growth consulting to enterprises. Comparable in market research, market-entry insights and growth strategy focus to BlackStorm's SEA consulting practice.
• Oliver Wyman: Global management consulting firm with strong financial-services and SEA presence, providing strategic advisory for market entry, organizational transformation and operational improvement. Comparable as a broad incumbent on strategy and SEA market-entry mandates.

Others

• SGInnovate: Singapore government-linked deep tech ecosystem builder and investor that supports technology startups and enterprise innovation across SEA. Comparable to BlackStorm's ecosystem-building activities (STARTUPVILLAGE, accelerator partnerships, AIM ASEAN), although it operates more as a government vehicle than a commercial consultancy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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