Who we are

Kent Consulting & Events is a boutique Economic Development Consultancy founded by Zehra Fattah in the UAE.

With extensive international cross sector industry experience, our cross-cultural team is multilingual and has worked with an extensive prominent Investment Promotion Agencies, supporting them with impactful Economic Development and Trade Promotion projects.

Our team’s portfolio of clients include Apex Brazil, Italian Trade Agency, Invest Hong Kong, RAKEZ, Bahrain Economic Development Board, Invest Mecklenburg Vorpommern and several others.

Our expert team has organised delegations and trade missions at most major UAE trade shows, supporting governments with B2B and B2G meeting organization and management.

Our private sector expertise includes market entry strategy and support and our aim is to provide an all round support to clients entering the MENAT region.

Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Values

To help clients make meaningful relationships that lead to long term success

To support to global economic development efforts for generations to come

Providing integrity, trust and commitment to our clients for long term success.

Our expert team has organised delegations and trade missions at most major UAE trade shows, supporting governments with B2B and B2G meeting organisations and management.

Meet the Team

Zehra Fattah

Managing Director

Zehra has been in the UAE for over 13 years and has over a decade of work experience in economic development and investment promotion

Zehra Fattah

Managing Director

Zehra has over a decade of work experience in economic development and investment promotion, and she is the founder of Kent Consulting & Events, a UAE based private sector entity that focuses on FDI promotion and economic development across various traditional and emerging industrial sectors across Financial Services, ICT, Fashion, Retail, Real Estate, Infrastructure, Chemicals, Aerospace, and Industrial Manufacturing. She has successfully organized trade missions, and roadshows for a range of international government clients, and she has dev eloped the ‘Middle East-Family Offices Forum’, which is an exclusive set of events that aims at connecting regional Family Offices with global governments and founders of lucrative investment opportunities. Zehra has been in the UAE for over 12 years and possesses over an extensive network of strategic partners and clients both in the private and public sector. She has extensive work experience across international markets and the Middle East, and she is culturally aware and specializes in nurturing the bilateral trade relationship between the regions.

Email:zehra.fattah@kentconsulting.me

Vineetha Sony

Project Director

Vineetha is an experienced International FDI and Trade Development Consultant, who specialises in export advice, sector strategy, market research

Vineetha Sony

Project Director

Vineetha is an experienced International FDI and Trade Development consultant, whose main areas of expertise include sector strategy and development, export advice, market research and location advisory. Having worked closely with several Trade Promotion Agencies in the US, Brazil, Canada, Malta, New Zealand and Estonia supporting companies here develop their export strategies that include market research analysis and benchmarking to enable companies successfully launch into the region. She is an experienced Trade Development consultant, whose main areas of expertise include sector strategy & development, export advice and market research. Her extensive network across various sectors has resulted in strategic partnerships between the UK and the regional private sector leading to major business deals owing to the delivery framework agreement with the UK’s Department for International Trade.

Hannah Wishah

Consulting Manager

Hannah is a well-rounded Consulting Manager with experience managing projects and supporting cross-sector clients

Hannah Wishah

Consulting Manager

Hannah is a well-rounded consulting manager with experience identifying trends, analysing markets, conducting project assessments and cultivating long-term client and contact relationships. As an Orthotics and Prosthetics graduate, Hannah has learnt to cultivate empathetic relationships with clients and has learnt to foster a client-first mentality. Her study experience in the UK, UAE and Jordan has allowed to her to experience first-hand global mobility and understand the culture within the MENA region. Hannah has worked with a set of government entities in Europe and the APAC region supporting their investment promotion activities through organising B2B meetings at trade-shows and events, organising successful roadshows and supporting with the organisation of investor pitching events. Hannah has supported private sector clients setting foothold in the UAE. She is skilled in working with various databases to identify and qualify potential partners, investors and suitable contacts for cross-sector clients.

Email:hannah.wishah@kentconsulting.me

Genan Wishah

Content and Research Consultant

Genan is a versatile Content and Research Consultant specializing in driving business development and executing impactful Marketing strategies.

Genan Wishah

Content and Research Consultant

Genan is a versatile Content and Research Consultant specializing in driving business development and executing impactful marketing strategies. She excels in managing online platforms, curating industry insights, and producing engaging content that highlights the economic potential of the MENAT region. With a background in both community and hospital pharmacies as a PharmD, Genan has honed her patient education skills, allowing her to create content that resonates with healthcare professionals and patients alike. Her expertise lies in curating tailored, informative content in the healthcare sector and developing LinkedIn strategies that connect with target audiences. Genan’s strong communication skills and keen attention to detail enable her clients to effectively engage and grow their professional networks. By crafting comprehensive, goal-driven social media strategies, she helps businesses stand out in a competitive marketplace and achieve measurable growth.

Email:genan.wishah@kentconsulting.me

Monique Van Asperen

Senior Project Manager

Monique specializes in crafting impactful programs and cultivating strategic relationships that drive change and foster global collaboration.

Monique Van Asperen

Senior Project Manager

With over a decade of expertise in international relations, trade promotion, business development, and development cooperation, Monique specializes in crafting impactful programs and cultivating strategic relationships that drive change and foster global collaboration. Monique has led initiatives to facilitate global partnerships and advance economic development and investment flows including the the local COP28 project for the Dutch government, focusing on positioning Dutch climate solutions at the UN Climate Conference. Currently pursuing a second master’s degree in Leadership in Sustainable Finance at the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management. Monique is committed to continually enhancing her knowledge and skill set, staying at the forefront of industry trends and making a lasting impact on the global stage. Her passion for global collaboration remains a driving force in her professional journey, and she is poised to contribute significantly to the intersection of sustainable finance and international development.

Nicole Russo

Junior Consultant

Nicole is a dynamic consultant specialising in economic development and investment promotion, with a background in strategic communications and international affairs.

Nicole Russo

Junior Consultant

Nicole is a dynamic consultant specialising in economic development and investment promotion, with a solid background in strategic communications and international affairs. Her expertise spans public relations, government relations and international trade, informed by a keen interest in cross-cultural interactions and their impact on political and business relationships. Nicole's academic journey in Italy and Switzerland is complemented by practical experience in fast-paced environments, including the European Parliament in Luxembourg and the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the UAE. In addition to her consultancy work, she is a geopolitical analyst, writing articles on the MENA region with a focus on the Gulf. Adept at facilitating public relations and networking opportunities, she is an advocate for women's leadership in politics and international business. Her analytical skills and innovative approach help identify opportunities for cooperation and investment, strengthening economic ties between Europe, the GCC and beyond.

Queeneth Okeke

Events Manager

Queenie is an innovative event manager with experience in event coordination, logistics and development adept at leveraging strong organizational skills to manage events.

Queeneth Okeke

Events Manager

Queenie is an innovative event coordinator, with 5 years of experience in event coordination and development, marketing and customer service. Equipped with the skills to manage vendors, logistics operations and budget management when organizing corporate events, gala reception and all professional events. Queenie is a highly experienced, organized and detail-oriented a professional with experience in onsite event management, adeptly ensuring smooth operations from initiation to conclusion. Queenie has experience in organising events for start-up companies and has strong connections with technology and various sector companies that have attended her previously coordinated events. She is skilled in developing streamlined registration processes, utilizing online forms and check-in systems for attendee convenience. Adept at leveraging strong organizational and communication skills to manage projects, coordinate meetings, and facilitate communication between teams.

Iva Kvesic

Project Manager

Iva Kvesic is a seasoned professional with cross sector experience in cultivating robust dealer relationships and ensuring the smooth operation of distribution networks.

Iva Kvesic

Project Manager

With a rich 15-year history in the UAE, Iva Kvesic is a seasoned professional with cross sector experience. The most recent 5 years have been spent expanding and growing operations of a product manufacturing plant locally and abroad. Throughout her career, Iva has been instrumental in cultivating robust dealer relationships, ensuring the smooth operation of distribution networks. Additionally, she possess a unique specialist experience in connecting mother brands that leave a powerful, culturally appropriate and seamless brand impression locally. In tandem with these polar industries, Iva’s commitment extends to maintaining strong industry specific contacts, recognizing the pivotal role of effective communication and relationships in today's dynamic business environment.

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