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Laura Wittka, Operations Manager and Co-Founder, EDU International Business Institute FZCO

Co-founder Nicolas Ballaz and I founded the EDU International Business Institute in June 2021 to offer legally binding contracts to graduates looking for an internship or a job in a company. Our goal is to provide graduates with the most convenient and fastest service while enhancing their career opportunities and enhancing their future.

Nicolas Ballaz, Managing Director and Co-Founder, EDU International Business Institute FZCO

IFZA answered our questions in a very professional and friendly manner and made sure that IFZA was the right partner for us to set up our company in Dubai. We received tremendous support in setting up our company. The process was super fast and convenient and we registered our company within two weeks. After the company was founded, we received continuous support in applying for a visa.

Shukhratbek Mirzaev, Managing Director, SH.AM Consulting Services FZCO

I came to Dubai with my family at the end of August to continue my health management consulting business here in the United Arab Emirates, which is at the crossroads of international business. I chose IFZA after comparing different Free Zones in the UAE for their offerings and business license packages that suit my business needs.

Also, the IFZA representatives I spoke to were very professional and all of my queries were answered. Within a week, I received my trade license, which allowed me to do business consulting and commercial brokerage in addition to health management. After I received my trade license and branch card, they continued to help me through the residence visa.

Ehab Asaad Mohammed, General Manager, Cvit Software House

Cvit Software House started in 2016 as an implementation and service provider for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). We are now meeting the public and private sector ERP needs in the UAE and providing outsourcing services to companies worldwide. We have fully integrated intelligent processes and applications to support the digital transformation of our customers. Not only do we focus on providing world class support and service to our customers, we also provide up-to-date training on the latest versions of our software solutions to further improve their operations.

Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) has a variety of attractive features and services compatible with our needs to ensure success. The AFZ team can easily support us with business registration, approval and many other procedures. They were able to provide clear directions and quick answers to our questions before we started our business. In addition, AFZ supported us in the introduction of a sustainable procurement policy, in which the execution of contracts and purchases with the companies in the free zone was prioritized. As a vote of confidence from AFZ in our offers, they have also concluded procurement contracts with us. Best of all, they offered us a very competitive package and so far we have had a business friendly experience while staying here.

AFZ provides the ideal environment for our business to flourish and our innovative solutions to mature. In fact, they gave us the opportunity to act as the IT arm of the AFZ. We have also received ample support to grow in various aspects and expand our services.

ReUben Benjamin, Founder and CEO, Anima LLC

I started Anima in July 2020. We develop unique sustainability initiatives for companies in every industry. As we team up, we consider the company’s goals and develop initiatives around their business model. I chose SHAMS because of its flexible pricing and bespoke activities, a breeze for Anima. What SHAMS did well was adding to the experience of starting a business, which can be overwhelming. However, the confidence and good energy of the staff were what I needed to get Anima to where she is today. The SHAMS staff promptly responded to any queries or questions I had during the process. Knowing that you will be well received is a feeling that I will carry with me throughout my entrepreneurial journey.

Jade Robertson, Director, International Publishing

International Publishing was founded in London in 2006, followed by our Sharjah and New York branches in 2017. One of our main activities is the publication of books of all genres in Arabic and English for all ages.

In the United Arab Emirates, we chose SPCFZ to start our business as we have a warehouse and office space and can work with other publishing professionals. SPCFZ had everything we needed to be effective as a publisher.

In terms of organizational support during and after the establishment of our law firm, the SPCFZ staff are very efficient and have helped every step of the way, from recommending suitable premises to documentation and licensing.

Suraj Mohan, Executive Director, Var Ange Project Support Services Limited

We were confused about the cheap business licenses out there and it was Team Aurion who helped us guide us to the Masdar Free Zone in Abu Dhabi which I think is the right free zone for us based on our business area that is dealing with Energy is about goods and services.

We are pleased with the operation of the free zone and the speed with which our business is running successfully.

Yashraj V. Rathor, Director, Palm Hospitality Ventures FZC

Palm Hospitality Ventures was founded in the Ajman Free Zone in September 2018 and is engaged in the general trade in hospitality and travel products.

We praise the excellent, prompt, zero-error services that Hatem and Mafaza at Business Link continuously offer us.

Her strengths are the professional provision of services by a highly talented team for market communication and corporate management and the use of the trust that has been eagerly built with the local government to build bridges, navigate legal labyrinths and solve customer problems. We respect Business Link as a one-stop shop for all corporate and public relations matters in the most advanced region in the world, the United Arab Emirates. We highly recommend Business Link to a global clientele interested in business opportunities in the UAE.

Faranak, Founder, Enaya Education

I am humbled to have been asked to share my experience with Capital International Group. My name is Faranak and I am the founder and owner of Enaya Education. My vision for Enaya arose in June 2020 from my own struggles that I faced as the parent of a child with learning differences. Our comprehensive support for the educational needs of children with learning disparities includes parental support and advocacy; Providing individual academic support to students; Training of teachers; and advice to schools on best practice.

In August of this year, I decided to take Enaya to the next level and move into an office. After looking around several offices, I came across a great office with an ideal location of the Capital International Group. The approach of their employees was very professional and understanding from the start. They listened to all of our concerns and responded to all of our needs. I am blessed to be here and I feel that we are all part of one family. Thank you Capital International Group – you are our continued support.

Chris Calumberan, Chris Calumberan FZE

My company offers photography, videography and commercial photography. We work with brands like McDonald’s, Enoc and Adnoc, to name a few.

With the help of Creative Zone, I recently switched to SHAMS as it fits better with my business activities. The customer service that Creative Zone offers me every time is commendable. These people know what they are doing and that trust factor is vital for business owners.

I am always looking forward to renewing my license with them and meeting the team that I have come to love very much.

Ismail Tekin, founding partner, Lambert & Co. FZ LLC

We opened the first office for Lambert & Co. in 2013 in the Creative City in Fujairah with a focus on investment management and management consulting. EZone provided us with significant support in our expansion into Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We value our long-term relationships and Maribe. You and your team are very competent.

Mohamed Abdi Mohamed, owner and director, GOIN Shipping & Cargo

I am pleased to have been associated with Make My Firm Business Set-up Services for three years and am pleased that I have chosen a very professional company to start my business with. They have in-depth knowledge of the rules and regulations for starting a business and provide me with the right guidance. I’ve started four companies with Make My Firm and it’s always been a great experience. They are very precise with processes and schedules. You made everything easy for me to build my business in Dubai.

I recommend everyone to seek advice from Make My Firm as it is a complete solution for everything a business owner needs to start a new business in the UAE.

Courtney Smith, business consultancy for Mercantile Nexus

I decided that our company could do a lot of business in the UAE, so I started looking for a company to help me. It was overwhelming!

Then I came across Smart Zone and realized that their energy and enthusiasm was right for me. My job was investment training and management consulting and we wanted to settle in Dubai as it is the business hub of the UAE. My company was then established on the mainland of Dubai without any problems. The experience was wonderful!

I had very little to do. Smart Zone did all of the work, especially the boring job like filling out forms. Your driver then took me to all government agencies so that I could get a residence visa in Dubai. It was that easy! I’ve never seen anything like it!