About us: our team and track record in the UAE
Boutique consultancy in the UAE and the Gulf since 2008
We guide self-employed professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, public bodies and investors through every step of the process, from setting up the company to strategic growth. From Dubai and the UAE to Riyadh and Saudi Arabia, and to other Gulf countries such as Qatar, Oman, Kuwait or Bahrain. All with a Spanish-speaking team.
- Years in Dubai and the Gulf
- 18+
- Success stories
- 100+
- Offices: Dubai, Riyadh and Miami
- 3
- Services
- 10+
Jacobo Mato
Founder and CEO of TANMIYA Business Partners
With master's degrees in International Business and Marketing from London Metropolitan University (UK) and in Foreign Trade from the Madrid Chamber of Commerce (ES), Jacobo has lived in the UAE since 2008. He began his career in the country at the Commercial Office of the Spanish Embassy. He leads TANMIYA (UAE), supporting companies and institutions as they establish themselves and expand in the Gulf.
His professional background includes experience at some of the major market intelligence, consultancy and business development firms in the region. Over these years he has delivered more than 150 projects for companies of different sizes, entrepreneurs and investors, as well as for embassies, chambers of commerce, trade promotion agencies, public bodies and international institutions.
He has also taken part in projects backed by EU funds and government institutions, and has first-hand experience as an entrepreneur and investor. He currently remains personally involved in projects covering company setup, management, investment, business development and business expansion in the UAE and the Gulf.
- In Dubai since
- 2008
- Years in the Gulf
- 18+
- Projects delivered
- 150+
The team that supports you
Claudia M.Account executive
Sara NasserFinancial specialist
Educated at IE Business School (ES) and with a background at The Abraaj Group (UAE), Sara brings experience in investment, private equity and corporate development. She combines financial analysis and strategic vision to assess projects and capital needs. Her approach helps companies and investors gauge the viability of their businesses and growth opportunities in the UAE and the Gulf.
Dadkarim MullaExternal adviser
Having studied Economics and Political Science at Brown University (US), Dadkarim brings experience in business management, investment and entrepreneurship. His career includes Mulla Group (UAE) and founding Amodoria (UAE), with projects in the Middle East and East Africa. He combines strategic vision and hands-on experience to assess business opportunities, build partnerships and drive international expansion projects.
Verónica ConesaDocumentation specialist
A sworn English translator appointed by Spain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (ES), Verónica has spent more than 15 years in the UAE and has professional experience at the Spanish Embassy in the UAE. She specialises in corporate, legal and commercial documentation. She combines linguistic precision with knowledge of the local environment to prepare translations for official procedures and international transactions.
Muhammad SaleemAccounting specialist
With a master's degree in Commerce and the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification, Saleem has more than 15 years in the United Arab Emirates and is accredited by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). He brings experience in accounting, tax and corporate compliance. His approach supports rigorous financial management, well-organised accounting records and the monitoring of each business's obligations.
Beltrán Vega de SeoaneReal estate specialist
With a background at Savills Dubai (UAE), Beltrán specialises in residential property and investment opportunities in the United Arab Emirates. He combines market analysis, valuation and negotiation to support buyers, owners and investors. He offers service in Spanish and English and guidance tailored to each client's goals, with a transparent approach throughout the property search, selection and negotiation.
How we work
Initial analysis
A first conversation of around 30 minutes, free of charge, to understand your case, your objectives and your needs. If the UAE or the Gulf is not the right fit, we will tell you.
30 min · Free of charge
Tailored solution or structure
We define the right strategy, structure or solution for your case. This may include a report or a fee-based consultancy engagement.
Depending on the scope
Execution on the ground
We handle the procedures, the authorities, the suppliers and the steps required on the ground.
Cost and timeframe depending on the case
Ongoing support
Administration, banking, accounting, tax, business development, investment and expansion. We can come in at any stage of the project, even if your company already exists.
Depending on your needs
Who vouches for us
Institutional endorsement“A highly valuable assest to truly consider for strating and growing businesses in the arab countries.”
H.E. José Eugenio SalarichAmbassador of Spain to the United Arab Emirates (2012–2017) · Embassy of Spain in the UAERead in full
As a former Ambassador of Spain in the United Arab Emirates […] and having dealt with Jacob directly, I would like to state my recognition for the devoted, impeccable and passionate support to the Embassy of Spain and its companies looking to explore the market. A highly valuable assest to truly consider for strating and growing businesses in the arab countries.
Institutional endorsement“He has a broad knowledge of the country, its sectors and on how to do business here in the UAE.”
Erik Rovina MardonesCommercial Counsellor at the Economic and Commercial Office · Embassy of Spain in the UAERead in full
I know Jacobo since I arrived in Dubai in 2015, when I was posted as commercial counsellor of the commercial office of the Embassy of Spain in Dubai. Jacobo had been working there as international trade advisor way before me, in 2008. He has been in Dubai since then and has worked in different sectors and companies. As a result of that, he has a broad knowledge of the country, its sectors and on how to do business here in the UAE.
Client · United Arab Emirates“Jacob can attest and adopt any new area he is welling to explore and enhance his relationship with other.”
Hamad ALMansouriManaging Director · Al Benaa Real Estate Inv.Read in full
I have first met Jacob around 2014 when he approached us to explore new business opportunities in Abu Dhabi and other Emirates. I would recommend my friend Jacob for any international position. Jacob can attest and adopt any new area he is welling to explore and enhance his relationship with other and he can be a team player. he's very detail oriented and he values the opportunity to collaborate with others.
Let's talk for 30 minutes. No obligation. No sales pitch.
First conversation free of charge. We tell you whether the UAE or the Gulf countries are the right fit for your case. And if they are not, we tell you that too.