Dutch Brands on Zalo: Pitch Before‑After Transformations

About the Author

MaTitie

Gender: Male

Best Mate: ChatGPT 4o

Contact me: [email protected]

Editor at BaoLiba, MaTitie writes about influencer marketing and VPNs with a global lens.
He’s passionate about building a borderless creator ecosystem — one where brands and influencers can team up freely across platforms and countries.
Always learning, always tinkering with AI, SEO and VPN tech, he's all in on helping Aussie creators connect with international brands and scale worldwide.

💡 Quick reality check — why this matters

If you’re a creator in Australia chasing European brand collabs, here’s the twist: Dutch brands expanding into Southeast Asia or serving expat communities sometimes use Zalo as a messaging and commerce channel. Zalo’s ecosystem — Official Accounts, Mini Apps, notification services — is run by VNG and has been beefing up B2B offerings via Zalo Platforms and partners like Adtima. That means there’s a practical route to pitch before‑and‑after transformation content directly where brands talk to customers.

This guide shows you, step by step, how to find Dutch brands that could care about your transformations, craft outreach that converts, and use Zalo-specific tools and local agency partners to close the deal. No fluff — just street‑smart tactics you can action this week.

📊 Data Snapshot — Platform comparison for outreach

The table shows Zalo Official Accounts provide the fastest, lowest‑cost route to message audiences directly, while Mini Apps give more creative freedom for interactive before‑after sliders but take longer to build. Partnering with agencies like Adtima (which markets across Zalo and VNG channels) costs more but gives scale and local targeting — useful if a Dutch brand wants rapid SEA rollout.

😎 MaTitie SHOW TIME

Hi, I’m MaTitie — the author and your unofficial insider on cross-border creator deals. I’ve poked around Zalo’s business stack and watched VNG spin up Zalo Platforms while agencies such as Adtima package reach across Zalo, Znews and Zing MP3.

If you want proper reach and privacy-friendly commerce integration, using Zalo tools smartly beats random DMs. For creators who need to access geo-restricted tools or test local previews, a reliable VPN helps with regional testing and screen grabs.

👉 https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_ad?campaign_id=2845&aff_id=125769&hostNameId=9503 — try NordVPN for testing and troubleshooting.

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase via the link, MaTitie might earn a small commission.

💡 How to find and qualify Netherlands brands on Zalo (practical steps)

1. Map likely targets
2. Look for Dutch brands with SEA-facing products: skincare, haircare, niche FMCG, D2C furniture, or sustainability-focused labels.

3. Check their EU sites for language/localisation hint pages like “Asia distribution” or expat shipping — these often mean they’ll consider Zalo outreach.

4. Use Zalo signals

5. Search Zalo Official Accounts for brand names or product categories.

6. Check VNG partner listings and agencies: Adtima promotes cross‑platform ad reach with Zalo in its ecosystem (reference: Adtima info from company materials).

7. Scout decision-makers

8. For small brands, message their Official Account requesting the marketing lead.

9. For larger brands, target regional marketing or SEA country managers via LinkedIn, then pivot to Zalo for asset sharing and quick proofs.

10. Qualify fit with a short checklist

11. Do they already run SEA ads? (yes = higher conversion)
12. Do they have a Zalo Official Account or Mini App? (yes = easy onboarding)
13. Is the product transformation visible in photos? (before/after needs clear visual change)

📢 Pitch template — before/after that gets replies

• Opening (one line): “Hey [Name], quick idea for a Netherlands x SEA trial: a 7‑day before/after test for [product].”
• Proof (one line): “I’ve done this for X and delivered +Y% CTR and UGC-ready assets.”
• Offer (bulleted): show 3 deliverables — 3 photo pairs, 1 short Reel-style clip, and an analytics snapshot.
• Ask (one line): “Can I send mockups on Zalo? Preferred WA/LINK/Official Account?”

Send as a voice note if you get a Zalo chat — it’s more personal and converts better.

💡 Ops nitty-gritty: Using Zalo features to present transformations

• Zalo Official Account: pin case studies, run broadcast messages to followers, and use quick replies to streamline approvals.
• Zalo Mini App: build an interactive slider or comparison viewer (great for cosmetics, furniture, or fitness). Mini Apps require development time but look high‑trust.
• Notification Service: use for product launch follow-ups or gated offers tied to your transformation posts.

VNG continues investing in Zalo Platforms (capital increases recorded through 2025), so expect deeper enterprise features and more formal onboarding paths for brands — helpful if you scale these deals (reference: Zalo Platforms funding info).

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How do I prove my before/after claims to a brand?

💬 Use time-stamped files, simple analytics (views, clicks), and a short video walkthrough showing the process; keep everything easy to verify.

🛠️ Should I charge Dutch brands in EUR or AUD?

💬 Charge in the currency that reduces their friction — EUR if they’re EU-headquartered, or propose a local invoice via their SEA subsidiary; be clear about fees and payment platforms.

🧠 Is messaging brands cold via Zalo acceptable?

💬 Cold messages work if personalised and concise. Start with value (mockup or KPI) rather than a long intro — brands appreciate quick wins.

🧩 Final Thoughts…

You don’t need to be in the Netherlands to win Dutch brand collabs — you need a tight pitch, proof of visual impact, and the right channel. Zalo gives creators a low-friction, SEA-native path to showcase before‑and‑after transformations to brands that care about conversion and local customer trust. Partner with local agencies like Adtima when scale matters, and lean on Zalo’s business tools for direct, fast communication.

📚 Further Reading

🔸 Đồng Nai: “Giữ lửa” nhịp điệu múa đặc sắc của đồng bào dân tộc S’tiêng
🗞️ Source: vietnamplus – 📅 2026-01-04
🔗 https://www.vietnamplus.vn/dong-nai-giu-lua-nhip-dieu-mua-dac-sac-cua-dong-bao-dan-toc-stieng-post1086514.vnp

🔸 Oriol de Pablo, dueño de una hamburguesería: “Invertí mis últimos 10.000 €…”
🗞️ Source: elespanol – 📅 2026-01-04
🔗 https://www.elespanol.com/cocinillas/reportajes-gastronomicos/20260104/oriol-pablo-dueno-hamburgueseria-inverti-ultimos-eur-facturamos-millones-ano/1003744077747_0.html

🔸 As podcasts boom in India, paid interviews raise transparency concerns
🗞️ Source: Economic Times – 📅 2026-01-04
🔗 https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/media/entertainment/media/as-podcasts-boom-in-india-paid-interviews-raise-transparency-concerns/articleshow/126330363.cms

😅 A Quick Shameless Plug (Hope You Don’t Mind)

If you’re making killer before/after content on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube — get seen. Join BaoLiba to rank, be discovered by brands, and grab that free month of homepage promotion. Hit [email protected] — we usually reply within 24–48 hours.

📌 Disclaimer

This article mixes public reporting (company moves by VNG and agency activity by Adtima) with practical outreach tips. It’s for guidance only — check contract terms and platform rules before you pitch or post.