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RAK ICC structuring solutions for Saudi inbound and outbound Investments

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3:00 pm

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4:00 pm

RAK ICC structuring solutions for Saudi inbound and outbound Investments


Creative Zone welcomes you to join a special webinar with our partners, RAK ICC.

RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is one of the fastest-growing international corporate registries at the forefront of offshore or International Business Company (IBC) formation services. Join our webinar to learn the benefits of setting up a business in RAK ICC and the opportunities available for investing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In this webinar, we will explore the nature of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV) and Foundations, their key advantages, how to go about setting up a business in the kingdom and finally, the various corporate structures suitable for your business.


Our panellists for this webinar are Dr Sameer Al Ansari (CEO) and Alan Bougourd (Registrar) from RAK ICC, and Lorenzo Jooris (CEO) and Alistair Paine (Business Setup Manager) from Creative Zone.

ABOUT RAK ICC

RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is one of the fastest-growing international corporate registries with an excellent reputation for compliance and professional services.

RAK ICC is responsible for the registration and incorporation of International Business Companies. It provides a full suite of Registry services related to International Business Company activity. RAK ICC is a modern, world-class Company Registry and fully complies with international standards and best practices.

RAK ICC is the consolidation of two company registries in Ras Al Khaimah; namely, RAK International Companies (formerly a part of RAK Free Trade Zone) and RAK Offshore (formerly a part of RAK Investment Authority) and was formed as per the Decree No.12 of 2015 and as amended by Decree No.4 of 2016. RAK ICC is headquartered in Ras Al Khaimah, with an additional office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Topics of Discussion

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  • Perks of starting a business in RAK ICC jurisdiction
  • Business opportunities through RAK ICC for Saudi investments
  • Introduction to RAK ICC SPVs and Foundations
  • Key advantages of RAK ICC SPVs and Foundation
  • Corporate structuring and succession planning

Speakers

Dr. Sameer Al Ansari
Dr. Sameer Al Ansari
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Al Ansari is a UK qualified chartered accountant with over 30 years of senior corporate, operational, private equity investing, board and strategic advisory experience. Dr. Al Ansari sits on a number of boards including RAK ICC, TVM Healthcare Partners, Al Ramz Capital and Eureeca Capital. He has served on numerous regional and international boards such as the DIFC from 2004-2016, Hawkamah, The Industrial Group KSA, Dubai Holding, DIC etc. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales and a member of and the Institute’s advisory board for MENA.

Alan Bougourd
Alan Bougourd
Registrar, RAK ICC
Alan has over 20 years’ experience in the Guernsey financial services industry, including as Country Manager of Barclays. A former Chair of the Association of Guernsey Banks, Deputy Chairman of the Guernsey International Business Association and Registrar of Companies in Guernsey, Alan achieved his Bournemouth University MSc in Corporate Governance through the GTA University Centre. As Registrar of RAK ICC since 2018, Alan acts as a key check and balance for the RAK ICC International business, ensuring rigid regulatory compliance & governance, in addition to maintaining and developing relationships with registered agents and promoting the jurisdiction.

Alistair Paine
Alistair Paine
Business Setup Manager

Alistair Paine has been a Business Set-Up Manager for 4 years with Creative Zone and has vast experience in company structuring, Free Zone and onshore UAE company formation, offshore SPV creation and providing risk mitigation solutions for entrepreneurs, SMEs and large corporations establishing or expanding their presence here in the UAE.

Prior to this Alistair has had experience in Corporate Services his whole professional life. Working closely with a premium capital raising outfit previously, Alistair has built up a strong network of lawyers, accountants, tax advisors, corporate finance houses, banking professionals and corporate service providers. Having lived in the UAE for an overall period of 22 years, Alistair has watched the country develop, grow and transform into the global powerhouse it is today and proudly calls the UAE his home.

Moderator

Lorenzo Jooris
Lorenzo Jooris

CEO, Creative Zone
Lorenzo Jooris holds extensive and diverse experience in the Middle Eastern and South Asian business markets and retains an expert opinion on the regions’ SMEs and startup culture. He was the founder of One World Communications, a full-fledged multi-media powerhouse advising governments around the world in branding and communication strategies. He also started LEADERS Middle East Magazine in the UAE and formulated ‘Leaders without Borders’, an initiative that promotes young social entrepreneurs’ development. He is the author of “Recipes for a Better World” and an advisor to the James Michel Foundation.

Agenda

    Organizer

    Lorenzo Jooris

    Lorenzo Jooris

    CEO, Creative Zone

    Lorenzo Jooris is the CEO of Creative Zone, Dubai’s leading business advisory firm. Mr Jooris holds extensive and diverse experience in the Middle Eastern and South Asian business markets and retains an expert opinion on the regions’ SMEs and startup culture. He was the founder of One World Communications, a full-fledged multi-media powerhouse advising governments around the world in branding and communication strategies. He, later on, started LEADERS Middle East Magazine in the UAE and formulated ‘Leaders without Borders’ an initiative that promotes young social entrepreneurs’ development and Power Women of Arabia Debate. In 2018, he joined Arton Capital as the Vice President of global growth and strategy where he oversaw the international expansion of the company and was in charge of sales, marketing and events worldwide. Lorenzo is a firm believer in giving back to the community, and within Creative Zone he has spearheaded significant initiatives to help and support promising startups and entrepreneurs. He is also the author of “Recipes for a Better World” and serves as an advisor to the James Michel Foundation.

    Speakers

    Alan Bougourd

    Registrar, RAK ICC

    Alan has over 20 years' experience in the Guernsey financial services industry, including as Country Manager of Barclays. A former Chair of the Association of Guernsey Banks, Deputy Chairman of the Guernsey International Business Association and Registrar of Companies in Guernsey, Alan achieved his Bournemouth University MSc in Corporate Governance through the GTA University Centre. As Registrar of RAK ICC since 2018, Alan acts as a key check and balance for the RAK ICC International business, ensuring rigid regulatory compliance & governance, in addition to maintaining and developing relationships with registered agents and promoting the jurisdiction.

    Alistair Paine

    Business Setup Manager

    Alistair Paine has been a Business Set-Up Manager for 4 years with Creative Zone and has vast experience in company structuring, Free Zone and onshore UAE company formation, offshore SPV creation and providing risk mitigation solutions for entrepreneurs, SMEs and large corporations establishing or expanding their presence here in the UAE.

    Prior to this Alistair has had experience in Corporate Services his whole professional life. Working closely with a premium capital raising outfit previously, Alistair has built up a strong network of lawyers, accountants, tax advisors, corporate finance houses, banking professionals and corporate service providers. Having lived in the UAE for an overall period of 22 years, Alistair has watched the country develop, grow and transform into the global powerhouse it is today and proudly calls the UAE his home.

    Dr. Sameer Al Ansari

    CEO, RAK ICC

    Dr. Sameer Al Ansari is a highly experienced and qualified UK chartered accountant with over 30 years of senior corporate, operational, private equity investing, and strategic advisory experience. Currently serving as the CEO at RAK Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO) and RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC), Dr. Al Ansari has held several prominent positions throughout his illustrious career. He was the Vice Chairman and COO of The Industrial Group before joining RAK ICC, and until 2011, he was the CEO of SHUAA Capital, a publicly listed full-service investment bank. Dr. Al Ansari has played a pivotal role in establishing Dubai Holding in 2004 and founded Dubai International Capital (“DIC”) where he served as its Executive Chairman and CEO, creating a global investment company with US$12 billion of assets under management. He has also previously served as Group CFO for The Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai. With his extensive knowledge and vast expertise, Dr. Al Ansari currently serves on several boards, including RAK ICC, Al Ramz Capital, TVM Healthcare Partners (GCC Healthcare Private Equity Fund), Eureeca Capital, and Marjan. He has also served on numerous regional and international boards such as the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) from 2004-2016. Dr. Al Ansari is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales and a member of the Institute’s advisory board for MENA. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Loughborough University for outstanding achievement and leadership in finance and was a visiting fellow at Oxford University Said Business School.

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