Case Study
Professional Services Firm Establishes UAE Presence
Category: Consulting & Advisory | Setup Type: Co-Working Licence
Background
A boutique consulting firm specialising in corporate advisory sought to build credibility and client trust in the UAE market — without heavy leasing costs. They understood that GCC clients value presence & accessibility, not remote offices.
Consulting & Advisory
Co-Working Licence
Challenges
They needed:
- Immediate credibility
- Local business address
- Strong networking access
- Flexible setup to test demand
- Minimal upfront capital expenditure
A full commercial office wasn’t justified initially.
Solution
With our assistance, they:
- Secured a co-working based trade licence
- Received professional business address in Dubai
- Activated visa & bank account capabilities
- Utilised meeting rooms, reception & UAE phone lines
- Joined networking, legal & investor communities
The setup enabled them to operate in UAE like a home-grown firm — without major rent obligations.
Results
✅ Built trust with high-value regional clients
✅ Increased conversion rates for advisory proposals
✅ Secured recurring retainer contracts from UAE clients
✅ Expanded networking pipeline through in-person meetings
✅ Upgraded into a larger workspace after first 6 months
Their UAE presence became a revenue catalyst, not a cost centre.
Client Testimonial
“Expanding to the UAE felt like a daunting task, but GetBiz made it surprisingly straightforward. From navigating the licensing maze to securing an amazing office space, their team handled every detail with professionalism and care. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner to help us enter the GCC market.”
– John R., CEO of GulfTech Innovators