At The Glocal Partners, we are committed to helping businesses in the GCC and MEA regions achieve sustainable growth and lasting impact through data-driven strategies, actionable insights, and a collaborative approach to success.

We specialize in crafting forward-thinking strategies that empower businesses to navigate challenges, capture growth opportunities, and thrive in today’s competitive and ever-evolving market landscape. Our expertise spans areas like digital transformation, operational efficiency, go-to-market strategies, customer journey optimization, AI-driven solutions, and leadership development, ensuring tailored solutions that drive agility, enhance customer-centricity, and achieve excellence.

Headquartered in the UAE, The Glocal Partners LLC is a management consultancy built on over 40 years of combined expertise across diversified industries as retail, e-commerce, customer experience, and business development. While newly established, our leadership team’s deep industry knowledge and proven track record position us as a trusted partner for organizations seeking innovative business solutions.

Our Expertise

Our Specialty

Our Purpose

To empower businesses to navigate challenges with smart, scalable solutions that enable ‎sustainable growth, leaving a long-lasting positive impact on their communities.‎

Our Promise

We craft solutions that make businesses work smarter, faster, and future-ready, enabling leaders ‎to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in an ever-changing market.‎

Meet the Glocal Team

Shaymaa Raafat

our CEO and Managing Partner of The Glocal Learning, has over 18 years of experience in ‎talent development across key industries like BPO, Learning Institutes, and Retail. She ‎has held leading roles in global giants like Amazon and regional leaders like Landmark ‎Group where she is known for her innovative strategies and passion for digital ‎transformation. Shaymaa holds an MBA from the University of Birmingham and is a ‎certified Gallup Strengths Coach and is dedicated to unlocking potential in individuals and ‎organizations alike. Her experience and passion give her a unique perspective on talent ‎strategy and performance management.‎

100+

18+

Years of experience

Coached Leaders

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Perihan Mohamed ‎

Managing Partner of The Glocal HR HUB, brings over 16 years of experience across ‎Telecom, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Travel, and Logistics. Perihan brings a holistic ‎perspective to integrating HR with personal development, she has transformed HR ‎departments into strategic partners. She holds an MBA from the University of East London ‎and is a multi-certified professional in performance development, recruitment, and ‎coaching. Her extensive credentials backed by her commitment to fostering positive ‎workplace cultures have made her a pivotal force in organizational growth.‎

100+

16+

Years of Strategic HRM Expertise

Hours of Career Coaching

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Akram Khedr ‎

Managing Partner of The Glocal Gateway and The Glocal Journey is a results-driven ‎strategic sales leader with over 20 years in BPO, Consumer Electronics and Gaming, ‎Akram has held significant roles in leading companies like Microsoft, Samsung and Sony. ‎His strong background in digital transformation is complemented by an MBA from the ‎University of Bradford and masterclasses in leadership and digital marketing. Notably, he ‎drove record-breaking sales in multiple launches for several products and brands. His ‎exceptional track record in driving revenue growth and market expansion reflects his ‎dedication to enhancing customer experiences through innovative strategies.‎

$750M+

20+

Years of experience

Revenue Generated

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Our Values

Proactive & Agile

"We anticipate challenges and adapt swiftly, ensuring our solutions are always a step ahead. By staying proactive and flexible, we empower our clients to navigate change with confidence and agility."

Innovate & Inspire

"We bring fresh ideas to life, sparking innovation that inspires growth and transformation. Our commitment to creativity drives impactful solutions that resonate with our clients and their goals."

Lead with Excellence

"We set the standard for quality and integrity, striving for excellence in everything we do. By consistently delivering superior results, we inspire trust and build enduring partnerships."

Data-Driven

"We leverage insights and analytics to inform every decision, ensuring precision and clarity. Our approach transforms data into actionable strategies that drive measurable success."

Client Advocates

"We champion the needs of our clients, our partners and our teams, prioritizing their success at every step. Through collaboration and trust, we build meaningful relationships that empower organizations to achieve their full potential."

Integrity & Trust

"We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do, fostering trust and building enduring relationships. Our unwavering commitment to ethical principles ensures that we remain a dependable and trustworthy partner for our clients and stakeholders."