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Introducing ourselves. January ‘15
Note to readers: We are proud and thankful for the opportunity to present to you this new project. As we truly believe that the Gulf Region has a lot of very a=rac>ve opportuni>es and that the region boasts one of the most dynamic business, retail and hospitality industries around the globe.
Disclaimer: We have taken every care in the prepara>on of our website as well as this presenta>on. We believe that all our sources are to be accurate, reliable and highly trustworthy – but no guarantee of accuracy or completeness can be given. Neither GulfRetailNews, nor any linked company or team member can be hold liable.
Execu=ve Summary p • Ac=vity: Communica>on plaDorm about the Retail and Hospitality industry in the Gulf Coopera>on
Council Region (GCC).
• Situa=on: The GCC boasts one of the leading and most dynamic Retail and Hospitality environments in the world. Giving a home to a large number of the world’s leading brands, hotels, airlines, airports and Retail operators.
• Opportunity: Execu>ves across the globe are looking for ways to expand their brands and companies. The thriving GCC markets already proved very succesfull for a large number of Western, Eastern and homegrown brands.
• Problem: Execu>ves who are unfamiliar with the local market situa>on and culture. This creates a barrier for companies looking to invest and expand with local business partners.
• Solu=on: GulfRetailNews will provide news and insights about the region by expanding the reach news and awereness about the GCC Retail & Hospitality industry to the Western and Eastern businessmen who are interested in the opportuni>es in the region.
Ac=vity GulfRetailNews provides (web only) news and insights about one of the most dynamic retail and hospitality regions in the world. Gathering all the latest news ar>cles about the local markets, wri>ng in-‐depth reports on specific topics and presen>ng this all together in a way that is understandable for local and interna>onal businessmen and Retail professionals on an easy to navigate website . Our aim is to build a bridge between the GCC Retail & Hospitality industry and the rest of the world and to further promote this fast moving and fascina>ng region. We want to become partners of local businesses and to help both our projects to succeed and to grow brand awareness and business for everyone involved.
Our Background l We are supported by RetailDetail, which is the leading Retail communica>on plaDorm and Retail network for the BeNeLux (Europe). Since their start 5 years ago, RetailDetail became the leading portal for execu>ves who want to stay up-‐to-‐date about the industry.
Opportuni=es in the GCC The GCC region is quickly becoming a world class and leading des>na>on for tourism, hospitality and retail. The diversifica>on process of the region’s economy has lead to an unparalleled boom in business and a thriving Retail and Hospitality Industry. New projects like the Dubai Expo in 2020 and the Fifa World Cup 2022 in Doha, Qatar, are causing a steady and constant growth across, and an increasing awareness about the region. The result is a region that’s becoming a global hub for the Retail and tourism industry. Known for having best-‐in-‐class and unparalleled infrastructure, malls, airlines, airports and interna>onal ac>ve franchise operators. With brands like Qatar Airways, The Dubai Mall and Yas Island being ambassadors for the whole region.
Focus Regions
• Bahrain • Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) • Sultanate of Oman
• The United Arab Emirates (UAE) • Qatar • Kuwait
Project Timeline f
§ January ‘15 – February ’15 : § Beta version of website online and the input of ar>cles in all different
categories and countries.
§ Introducing ourselves to local partners and colleagues in the Media field.
§ Reaching out for Long-‐term Partnerships.
§ February ’15 – March ’15 : § Launch of GulfRetailNews.com
Current Situa=on l All progress made on the beta version of the website can be followed at:
GulfRetailNews.Nilmedia.com
Founding Team r GulfRetailNews is being founded by a Belgian young entrepreneur (23) who fell in love with the dynamics, culture and business environment of the GCC. While visi>ng the region frequently, all work is currently being done out of Belgium supported by reputable partners and strengthened by the European network of RetailDetail.
We are looking for This project has been made possible through the hard work of all our start-‐up partners whom where involved from the beginning: RetailDetail, Nilmedia and UniV. In order to con>nue our growth and to launch this project locally, we are looking for a number of local partnerships: § Media & Events Partners: Reputable local news and media agencies that are already
bringing local news from the GCC countries and are interested to work together on expanding the reach of their news and brand.
§ PR Partners: Public rela>ons and Marke>ng agencies opera>ng in the Gulf Region
working for GCC clients who are interested in connec>ng with GulfRetailNews to spread their client’s press releases and informa>on.
§ Commercial Partners: Companies and brands that are targecng execu>ves and
professionals from local and interna>onal businesses and Retail and hospitality enthusiasts and tourists from around the world, who are interested in the countries and environment of the Gulf Coopera>on Council.
Our Values i
§ We are Grateful for the amazing environment that has been created by the GCC-‐countries, Governments and people and are commi=ed to Treasure Local Culture, Habits and Tradi=ons with the utmost Respect.
§ We are 100% commiVed to achieve Excellence in every single project we partake.
§ We strive for the Best Possible Results for our readers, partners and community.
§ We are always looking for Opportuni=es that strengthen the Retail and Hospitality Industry and that Add Value to the region.
§ All our partnerships are based on Trust, Discre=on and Entrepeneurship and we’ll always strive to Create Value, Reach and Awareness for all par>es involved.