Your Link to Businesses in the MENAT Region
Kent Consulting & Events is a female owned UAE‑based boutique Economic Development Consultancy specializing in FDI Attraction and Representation, Trade and Export Promotion, Market Entry, and the end-to-end management of high‑impact investor events. With deep regional expertise and strong global networks, we support governments, economic development agencies, and companies in expanding their international presence and unlocking growth opportunities across the MESA region and beyond. Our work combines strategic insight, on‑the‑ground representation, and hands‑on delivery to ensure our clients build strong market foundations and achieve sustainable commercial outcomes.
How we help
Our team has managed Investment Promotion Projects
With a wealth of international experience spanning diverse sectors, we support Governments and Investment Promotion Agencies in fostering economic growth and facilitating trade promotion initiatives.
We’ve collaborated with prominent agencies, delivering impactful delegations and roadshows. Our role in organising B2B meetings during trade shows and delegations have opened doors to new opportunities across the region.
We support private clients with their market entry into the MENA region
In the realm of private sector support, we specialize in crafting market entry strategies tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of the MENAT market.
Whether you’re a startup seeking to establish a presence or a seasoned enterprise aiming to expand your reach, our team specialises in finding and organising meetings with relevant partners, investors and clients.
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The Gulf Investors & AI Founders Networking Day, hosted by Dubai CommerCity and Kent Consulting & Events brought together leading GCC investors, innovative AI founders, and thought leaders to connect, collaborate, and explore opportunities shaping the region’s tech and investment ecosystem
Click the link to watch the highlights of the innovative evening.
The GCC is investing heavily in several high-growth sectors, which is attracting investor attention.
Watch Zehra Fattah, The Founder and CEO of Kent Consulting & Events, during the session ‘The Art of Investor Engagement’ at the 28th Waipa Investment Conference
Kent Consulting & Events is pleased to share that our Founder & CEO, Zehra Fattah is featured among leading global investment and policy figures in Real FDI’s Outlook 2026 captured by Courtney Fingar
Zehra examines the implications of a more fragmented global environment abd highlights digitalisation, supply‑chain redesign and geopolitical recalibration as dominant drivers of cross‑border capital flows in 2026. Click the link to read the full Article.
Our Insights
Read our team’s insights into UAE’s business atmosphere and the global economic developments
Exploring Business Options in the UAE: A Comparative Analysis of Free Zone and Onshore Companies
Among the various options for company formation in the UAE, Free Zone and Onshore companies...
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Navigating Business Etiquette with Grace During Ramadan
As the crescent moon has marked the beginning of Ramadan, the rhythm of business interactions...
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Four Steps to Digitalize Your Investment Promotion Agency: UNCTAD’s Strategic Approach
In today's digital age, Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs) must adapt to remain competitive and effective....
Read MoreOur Clients
Our extensive experience working with global governments and organizations makes us an ideal partner in the region.
Our Partners
Our team has vast connections to global governments, investors and agencies.
Your project journey is unique, and that's why we assign you a dedicated Project Manager who becomes your guiding companion throughout the entire process. From inception to completion, we ensure every decision aligns with your vision and objectives.
Tailored Solutions
We work with extensive databases to keep up-to-date with regional developments and investment signals to identify vital opportunities to help your business grow
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Our team has helped various organisations expand their network in the region, why not be next?