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Join our upcoming webinar, Made For Trade Live – Switzerland in Focus, held in partnership with Swiss Group and Swiss Business Council UAE to learn why DMCC in Dubai is the ideal place to run and grow your business.
During this session, our business experts will explore the numerous opportunities and benefits that Dubai offers, including access to global markets, a strategic location, a business-friendly tax environment, and world-class infrastructure. We'll also highlight why DMCC, as the world’s leading business hub, is the ideal place for businesses seeking global success.
From our strategic location at the heart of Dubai to our extensive network and unparalleled services, DMCC provides comprehensive support to ensure your business thrives.
Whether you're expanding your operations or starting a new venture, this webinar will help you make informed decisions and maximise your business potential in Dubai. Register now to secure your spot!
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Director of Sales and Business Development,
Free Zone, DMCC
Chairman,
Swiss Business Council UAE
Swiss lawyer Michael Lane is Managing Partner of Swiss Group Legal Ltd, the Abu Dhabi- based legal consultancy of Swiss Group. He is also Director and Head of Legal at Swiss Group’s Dubai-based corporate advisory entity, Swiss Group Advisory DMCC.
Michael advises private and corporate clients looking to establish a presence in the Middle East, leveraging the United Arab Emirates as a hub for local, regional and international business development. He also assists in the optimisation and maintenance of clients’ existing structures and entities.
With specialisms including employment, real estate and tax affairs, Michael has a comprehensive working knowledge of commercial and corporate law in the UAE and Switzerland. He is also an expert in inheritance and family law, and actively engaged in matters concerning company formation, management and liquidation.
Before relocating to the UAE eight years ago, Michael worked for a Swiss corporate law firm, where he acquired solid experience and knowledge of local and international law for both individual and corporate clients. Michael is a DFSA and FSRA-approved Compliance Officer, a registered DIFC Will Draftsman, a certified UAE corporate tax professional, the president of the Swiss Business Council UAE, and a member of the Swiss Lawyers’ Association. He is fluent in English, German and French.
Michael writes articles for specialised publications as well as legal newsletters for various organisations. He is a regular speaker at high-level legal conferences across the Middle East and around the world.
Director and Head of Compliance,
Swiss Group Advisory DMCC
Raffaele Delorenzi is a compliance and financial services expert specializing in AML, financial regulations, and investment advisory. As Head of Compliance at Swiss Group Advisory DMCC and Swiss Group Legal Ltd., he is on the Board of Swiss Group and oversees the regulatory compliance, and fiscal advisory functions of the group.
Raffaele grew up in the UAE, after which, relocated to Hong Kong where he held various directorships and board roles in prudentially regulated financial services, and other advisory functions, focusing on regulatory compliance, asset management and international business expansions. Raffaele then returned to the UAE years ago, now specializing on corporate governance, regulatory compliance matters, and fiscal considerations.
A Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and CFA Charterholder, Raffaele holds multiple compliance certifications and is a registered UAE Corporate Tax Agent. Fluent in Italian and English, he brings a global perspective to regulatory challenges.
Senior Manager, Corporate Sales – UK, Western Europe & Türkiye,
DMCC
Khozama Al Saadi is Senior Manager in Corporate Sales, Free Zone at DMCC, where she is responsible for operations in Western Europe and Türkiye. She brings a decade of expertise in fostering strategic partnerships, relationships and alliances notably with governments and prominent industry stakeholders.
Prior to joining DMCC, Khozama worked for Dubai Chambers in the Investment Attraction division and has experience in Corporate Sales for Jumeirah Group and Mashreq Bank.
Khozama holds a Bachelor in Business Administration and Management from the American University of Dubai.
