ABOUT THE EVENT
Join us for an exclusive webinar, hosted in partnership with Hawksford, designed to support UK businesses looking to expand to Dubai.
Entering a new market often brings questions around costs, regulations, timelines, and long-term growth. This session offers practical answers and guidance to help you assess Dubai’s potential with clarity and direction.
If you are looking to grow your client base, access regional markets, or benefit from a stable, tax-friendly business environment, this webinar will provide the insights you need to make informed decisions.
Key highlights include:
With over 25,000 member companies, DMCC is ready to help you explore the opportunities Dubai has to offer.
Don’t miss out — register now to secure your spot.
WHERE
Online. Upon registration, you will receive details on how to join the Zoom webinar.
WHEN
6 August 2025
11:00AM - 12:00PM BST
2:00pm - 3:00pm GST
Director of Sales and Business Development,
DMCC, Free Zone
Marwan Mohamed Saleh is the Director of Sales and Business Development, Free Zone at DMCC. He brings over 25 years of work experience in strategic planning, marketing and business development, driving international sales and realising business objectives.
Prior to joining DMCC, Mr. Saleh was the Head of Business Development and International Sales at the Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC).
Mr. Saleh is well-known for his extensive work with Etisalat Afghanistan from 1996 to 2015. He began his career journey as a Government & Corporate Segment Manager. Demonstrating excellence and business acumen, he then climbed the corporate ladder to become Vice President for Etisalat Afghanistan between 2011-2014, before assuming the role of the CEO at Etisalat Afghanistan.
Mr. Saleh completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). He also holds multiple certifications in leadership and organisational leadership from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard Business School.
Head of Business Development,
Hawksford
Tommaso spearheads efforts to assist SMEs and global businesses in expanding into the Middle East, while also defining the corporate services business development strategy for the UAE.
With nearly a decade of industry experience, Tommaso has developed deep expertise in providing strategic, commercial, and operational guidance to SMEs and large corporations investing in Asia and the UAE. Having lived and worked in both the UAE and Southeast Asia, he has successfully led delivery teams in Singapore. Fluent in English and Italian, he currently oversees all business development activities for Hawksford in the UAE.Managing Director,
Global Solutions
Nik is currently supervising an international business expansion team of experts providing services to clients in more than 120 jurisdictions. Nik’s work includes company formation, secretarial, accounting and tax compliance, audit project management and other statutory obligations services. His team of 30 professionals currently supervise and project manage more than 500 engagements globally.
Senior Manager - Corporate Sales,
DMCC
Bassel Bitar is the Senior Manager, Corporate Sales – Asia and Eastern Europe at DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise.
Joining DMCC as a Team Leader in 2015, Bassel is responsible for promoting the benefits of doing business in Dubai and setting up companies in DMCC.
Prior to joining DMCC, Bassel held senior sales positions at both Etisalat Telecom and Emirates NBD in Dubai.
Bassel earned a Bachelor of Business administration degree in Hotel Management and tourism from the National American University in 2002.
Welcome Remarks Marwan Saleh Director of Sales and Business Development, DMCC, Free Zone Nik Zhukov Managing Director, Global Solutions |
Uncover the Key to Global Success - DMCC Corporate Presentation Bassel Bitar |
Hawksford Presentation Tommaso Barindelli Head of Business Development , Hawksford |
Panel Discussion: How to expand your business in Dubai & Beyond Moderator: Ghalieh Hanano Manager - Events, DMCC Marketing & Corporate Communications Panellists: Bassel Bitar Senior Manager - Corporate Sales, DMCC Nik Zhukov Managing Director, Global Solutions Tommaso Barindelli Head of Business Development , Hawksford |
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