Jul23121 MEA | MEA Business Awards 2024 15 AIS-Oct24003 Best Local Market Entry Advisory Firm 2024 – Saudi Arabia Serving as the gateway to all that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has to offer, Saudi Business Links (SBL) was established in 2014 as an independent and privately owned entity to unlock a world of endless opportunities for businesses looking to expand their operations into Saudi Arabia, in alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals. By supporting foreign investment and fostering local talent, SBL plays a crucial role in helping shape the future of the Saudi economy, contributing to its diversification, sustainability, and growth. Business Links’ founding – the Kingdom is diversifying its economy. From hosting major sports events like Formula 1 and the recent awarding of hosting the World Cup in 2034 to signing stars like Ronaldo and Benzema, sport is a key focus. Similar investments in tourism, culture, industry, retail, finance, and healthcare are helping drive non-oil revenue growth as part of the Vision 2030 programme. Boasting an expansive partner and affiliate network spread across Saudi Arabia, Saudi Business Links is the perfect partner for discerning businesses seeking to get their unique voices heard in the competitive business landscape of today. Fully understanding the ins and outs of a client’s operation before recounting this personal story with the intended audience in mind, the firm is always just as excited as the client to share the journey, products, and services of their unique brand. This is something reflected in SBL’s mission, which is to ensure that every endeavour into the Saudi Arabian market is safe, successful, and reinforced with accurate data and analysis. As touched on at the beginning, this testing and analysis of key market segments is both a vital part of this operation and a cornerstone of the firm’s strategy. With such a solid business strategy to boot, the firm is working towards its overarching vision of becoming a recognised pioneer in the field of local market entry advisory. From the minute it commenced operations, SBL has proven itself as a go-to provider for this service, and one only has to glance at its portfolio of past clients – which comprises start-ups and multinational businesses alike – to see that its proficiency lends itself to a variety of projects across a number of different sectors. When combined with its commitments to delivering the best actionable insights and achieving maximum exposure for every client, it is easy to see why SBL is trusted by a multitude of leading businesses. Clients particularly enjoy the wealth of partnership models available to them through the firm, which leverages its local market knowledge and a deep understanding of the region’s specific requirements to ensure maximum compliance and empower its partners as they traverse this ever-evolving landscape. Moreover, not only will clients of the firm gain untapped access to this expertise when they choose to partner with SBL, but they will also be afforded a range of government incentives only available to Saudi Arabian entities. In 2025, Saudi Business Links will expand its operations by opening its first international office in the United Kingdom to promote investment opportunities into Saudi Arabia while also supporting Saudi entities entering the UK market post-Brexit. This expansion follows the Public Investment Fund’s (PIF) acquisition of Newcastle United Football Club, marking a new era for Saudi investments abroad. Domestically, SBL will strengthen its presence with three new branches in Tabuk, Madinah, and AlUla, serving as hubs for localized engagement and expertise. SBL will play a key role in facilitating high-profile investment advisory services, ensuring Saudi businesses confidently navigate international markets. With the online registration process having recently been made simpler by the government, there has never been a better time for businesses to capitalise on a market in the midst of tremendous growth and diversification, with no signs of slowing down. Offering flexible consultation fees based on individual projects – not to mention a free consultation call – Saudi Business Links ticks all of the boxes that business owners should be looking for when it comes to a market entry advisor, something reflected through this award. Contact: Ali Alwabel Company: Saudi Business Links Web Address: https://www.sbl.com.sa/ In recent years, Saudi Arabia has become one of the most competitive emerging markets, known for its innovation and investment across diverse sectors. With a 700% increase in patent applications over the past decade – coinciding with Saudi
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