Case Study Overview

We partnered with an entrepreneur seeking to expand their business internationally, focusing on the UAE as the ideal overseas market. The goal was to streamline the process of setting up their business in a high-growth, business-friendly environment. By leveraging local expertise, navigating legal frameworks, and identifying key growth opportunities, we helped the client establish a strong presence in the UAE market.

Campaign Goals

  1. Expand Business Horizons by Entering a High-Growth Market
    Set up the business efficiently in the UAE to take advantage of the rapidly growing economy and favorable business conditions.
  2. Leverage the UAE’s Strategic Location and Business-Friendly Environment
    Utilize the UAE's position as a global business hub to tap into international markets, benefiting from its connectivity and ease of doing business.
  3. Optimize for Long-Term Growth and Sustainability
    Ensure the business setup aligns with the client’s long-term vision, providing a scalable structure and leveraging the UAE’s incentives for innovation-driven businesses.

Key Strategies

  1. Research & Market Analysis
    We conducted an in-depth analysis of the UAE market to identify the most profitable sectors and regions for business setup. This included understanding local consumer behavior, demand trends, and identifying key competitors. With insights gathered, we advised on the best location for the client’s business—whether in a free zone like Dubai Silicon Oasis or an established hub like Abu Dhabi’s Hub71—to maximize exposure and minimize costs.
  2. Customized Business Setup Services
    We streamlined the entire business setup process, from selecting the right company structure (LLC, free zone, etc.) to securing necessary permits and registrations. Our team worked closely with the client to ensure they met all regulatory requirements, providing a seamless experience and saving valuable time.
  3. Visa and Residency Services
    Setting up a business in the UAE also required the client and their team to obtain residency visas. We handled the entire process, ensuring quick visa approval, work permits, and residency status for key team members. This allowed the client to focus on their operations while we ensured full legal compliance.
  4. Tailored Investment Strategies
    The UAE offers a range of tax incentives, financial tools, and access to capital. We worked with the client to identify suitable investment opportunities in the local market, helping them to establish key partnerships and connect with potential investors. Our tailored investment strategy helped the client maximize ROI and future-proof their business for expansion into other global markets.
  5. Utilizing Government Programs and Incentives
    The UAE government provides numerous incentives to attract foreign investment, including tax exemptions, free zone benefits, and access to venture capital. We guided the client on how to take full advantage of these programs, ensuring that they could benefit from financial and operational advantages from day one.
  6. Ongoing Market and Business Support
    The work didn’t end with the setup. We provided ongoing consulting to ensure the business adapted to local market trends and regulations. This included digital marketing strategies, supply chain management advice, and customer engagement tactics. We also connected the client with local networks to foster relationships that would ensure continued success.
  • Business Setup Efficiency
    The client’s business was fully operational within 30 days, leveraging the UAE’s streamlined processes for foreign entrepreneurs. The fast-track setup allowed them to focus on marketing and product launch, without delays due to legal or regulatory hurdles.
  • Increased Market Access
    The business quickly gained access to not only the UAE’s domestic market but also to international markets in the GCC, Asia, and beyond, thanks to the UAE’s status as a global trade hub.
  • Successful Entry into High-Growth Sectors
    By strategically entering sectors such as tech, fintech, or e-commerce, the business was positioned to grow in line with the UAE’s economic diversification and growth goals.
  • Long-Term Business Growth Strategy
    The client’s long-term vision for expansion into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is well on track, thanks to the strategic insights and market positioning provided during the setup phase.