References and testimonials in Dubai and the Gulf

“I've known Jacobo since around 2008, when we met in Dubai after my time at the Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in the UAE. Since then, we've stayed in touch over the years and, as we have both spent a long time in the region, we often end up talking about business, opportunities, contacts and what is happening in the market. We've helped each other on different occasions, shared introductions and ideas, and I've always valued Jacobo's practical knowledge of the UAE, his network and his willingness to support people and companies whenever he can. He has built a very solid professional and entrepreneurial career in the region, while remaining very connected to the Spanish business community. It has always been a pleasure to exchange ideas with him and to stay connected after so many years in the UAE.”

“Muy agradecido especialmente con Jacobo. Escribo esto casi un año después de haber hecho todo el proceso, así que puedo decirlo ya con bastante perspectiva. Se encargó de todo mi cambio de residencia a Emiratos, además de toda la parte fiscal, y la verdad es que el trato ha sido de 10 desde el primer día. Siempre disponible, claro con todo y haciendo que un proceso que al principio puede parecer bastante complicado sea muchísimo más sencillo. A nivel personal, muy agradecido con Jacobo por cómo me ha ayudado y acompañado durante todo el proceso. Lo recomiendo 100%.”

“I had the pleasure of working closely with Jacobo for more than two years as the Client Engagement Manager assigned to TANMIYA Business Partners at IFZA, so I got to know both him and the way he works very well. Jacobo has been in the UAE for many years, starting his journey in the region at the Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain, and since then he has built a successful entrepreneurial career and a strong network across the UAE and the wider region. What I always appreciated most is that he is very hands-on, easy to deal with and genuinely committed to his clients. He is also someone who is always willing to help others, and over the years he has been very active in supporting the Spanish business community in the Emirates and the region, connecting people and sharing his experience whenever he can. It was always a pleasure working with Jacobo and TANMIYA, and I'm very happy to recommend him both professionally and personally.”

“It has been a pleasure getting to know Jacobo Mato and following his professional journey in the UAE and the region. As the founder of the Spanish Business Council in the UAE, I fully appreciate the importance of having professionals with genuine market experience, and I am confident in the value and professionalism that Jacobo and his team bring to individuals and companies interested in the UAE and the opportunities the region offers.”

“Trabajar con Jacobo Mato y el equipo de TANMIYA Business Partners ha sido un pilar fundamental para nuestra llegada a los Emiratos Árabes Unidos. En septiembre del año pasado confiamos en ellos para la constitución de nuestra SL y la obtención de la residencia emiratí, y el proceso fue ágil, transparente y totalmente profesional. Su experiencia nos ha dado la seguridad necesaria para expandir nuestro negocio desde la distancia. Una recomendación absoluta para cualquier empresario que busque garantías en la región.”

“Hemos tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con Jacobo Mato y el equipo de TANMIYA Business Partners, y nuestra experiencia no puede ser más positiva. Destacaría especialmente su profesionalidad, cercanía y profundo conocimiento del entorno empresarial en Dubái, Emiratos Árabes Unidos y la región. En nuestro caso, nos han acompañado en cuestiones contables, fiscales, bancarias, operativas y en procesos de renovación de nuestra empresa, siempre con una atención muy personalizada, ágil y resolutiva. Su experiencia en la zona se nota desde el primer momento: conocen bien los procedimientos, anticipan posibles incidencias y aportan soluciones prácticas que ayudan a tomar mejores decisiones y a evitar trámites, costes o retrasos innecesarios. Sin duda, recomendamos a Jacobo y a todo el equipo de TANMIYA Business Partners a cualquier empresa que necesite un apoyo serio, cercano y continuado en Emiratos Árabes Unidos.”

“Trabajar con Jacobo Mato y TANMIYA Business Partners nos ha ayudado mucho a operar con más seguridad y claridad en Dubái. Nos han apoyado en temas operativos, contables y de inversión, además de resolver dudas importantes sobre licencias, actividades permitidas y la mejor forma de estructurar el negocio en Emiratos. Gracias a su asesoramiento y experiencia local, hemos podido ahorrar mucho tiempo y evitar costes innecesarios, tomando mejores decisiones desde el principio. Lo que más valoramos es la rapidez y la disponibilidad: siempre han estado atentos, respondiendo prácticamente de inmediato y acompañándonos con un enfoque muy práctico y profesional. Y, por supuesto, la ayuda con el idioma, siempre es una ventaja en el extranjero poder comunicarte en tu idioma para asuntos legales. Recomiendo a Jacobo y a TANMIYA a cualquier empresario o emprendedor que necesite apoyo real para operar, invertir o desarrollar su actividad en Dubái con tranquilidad.”

“Tuve el placer de colaborar últimamente con Jacobo, donde su valiosa colaboración fue fundamental para la elaboración de dos agendas de reuniones en Emiratos Árabes Unidos y Arabia Saudita para nuestra empresa. Su enfoque proactivo y su comprensión profunda de nuestros objetivos comerciales en el sector de los fertilizantes nos permitieron prospectar nuevas oportunidades de colaboración con empresas locales. Jacobo se destaca por su capacidad para coordinar y gestionar múltiples reuniones, asegurándose de que cada detalle estuviera cubierto y que pudiéramos aprovechar al máximo cada oportunidad. Su compromiso y dedicación fueron evidentes en cada paso del proceso, y gracias a su esfuerzo, logramos atender todas las reuniones programadas con gran éxito. Recomiendo a Jacobo sin dudarlo. Su profesionalismo, habilidades interpersonales y capacidad para colaborar al nivel internacional lo convierten en un gran activo.”

“I have worked with Jacob and his company for longer than five years in a very challenging mission of AR digitizing the educational training sector across the Middle East, we managed to win many projects with key clients. I would like to state he has been an enormous asset for the company and its success in the Middle East. His adaptability, market knowledge and relationship with key players/clients was very impressive, he gets to create and harness solid and successful relationships very fast and effectively, he speaks very good Arabic and Hindi among other languages, so important to do business in the region. I would recommend his company and his services for any company interested in doing business across the Middle East.”

“Gran profesional, dedicado, atento y muy detallista. Un placer tratar con él.”

“Jacobo Mato turned out to be a very valuable and important asset for Duro Felguera's business development in the Middle East. Before working with him, I knew him for his successful work at the Spanish Embassy and Ofecome in Dubai as well as in market intelligence companies in Dubai. Without a doubt, a highly recommended professional, especially for commercial work and relations with people who make decisions in the Middle East and more specifically for the Emirates and Saudi Arabia.”

“Es un profesional de 10. Se involucra mucho en el proyecto que realiza, y si no es de su ámbito procura empaparse de todo para que los resultados sean los esperados. Comunicación muy sencilla y servicios eficaces. Te ayuda en todo lo que necesites.”

“Such a great professional, caring always about stakeholders, long-term relationships builder able to create a trusting environment around.”

“Jacob is a hardworking gentleman with a vibrant personality that has allowed him to develop a wonderful network. he is full of energy and has been consistently achieving different professional and personal milestones. he has been a source of inspiration. i get to sometimes practice my spanish language skills with him.”

“Jacob was Heading our New Sales activity for Ventures ONSITE for 2 years. He has a natural flair for dealing with people, which made him well accepted in his position within the first few days itself. The amount of positivity and energy he brought to the team is commendable. Even after leaving the organization he still makes sure he visits our stand in exhibitions if he is also around and referred us many clients. I am sure he will be a great asset to any organization he joins or will associate in the future. He is indeed a nice person to deal with.”

“Jacob has a very focused mindset with outstanding domain knowledge in the field he works in, I found him to be a believer in the future of works and how technologies are shaping practices. His goal-oriented capabilities empower organizations to kick start with innovative programs with the right strategy and well-structured planning. He is also having unmatched expertise for conducting training with large groups, a diverse set of audience, and helping to shift thier mindset towards revolutionary technologies.”

“Jacob is a person who knows perfectly the culture, the personality and traditions of citizens in Middle East (ME) and Africa. He does empathize quickly, acquiring the necessary confidence to consolidate potential businesses in this area. An excellent addition for a Company that wants to enter into the ME area or consolidate.”

“When I met Jacob 10 years ago he surprised me for his abilities for communication. Later on during the period of time he was working in our company as Business Development Manager in the UAE region, he confirmed his strong interpersonal and communication skills which allow him to develop good working relationship with clients and management. He is enthusiastic and good team player”

“During my time working with Jacobo, he has demonstrated a clear strategic vision and good knowledge of UAE markets. In terms of consulting and business development, I found that he is very precise, competent, creative and knows how to use the right tools to get the right results. He has a good understanding of all the pieces a business needs to be running. He has always been a great support to me and it was really a pleasure to collaborate with him. I highly recommend him for any management position.”

“I've known Jacobo since around 2008, when we met in Dubai after my time at the Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in the UAE. Since then, we've stayed in touch over the years and, as we have both spent a long time in the region, we often end up talking about business, opportunities, contacts and what is happening in the market. We've helped each other on different occasions, shared introductions and ideas, and I've always valued Jacobo's practical knowledge of the UAE, his network and his willingness to support people and companies whenever he can. He has built a very solid professional and entrepreneurial career in the region, while remaining very connected to the Spanish business community. It has always been a pleasure to exchange ideas with him and to stay connected after so many years in the UAE.”

“Muy agradecido especialmente con Jacobo. Escribo esto casi un año después de haber hecho todo el proceso, así que puedo decirlo ya con bastante perspectiva. Se encargó de todo mi cambio de residencia a Emiratos, además de toda la parte fiscal, y la verdad es que el trato ha sido de 10 desde el primer día. Siempre disponible, claro con todo y haciendo que un proceso que al principio puede parecer bastante complicado sea muchísimo más sencillo. A nivel personal, muy agradecido con Jacobo por cómo me ha ayudado y acompañado durante todo el proceso. Lo recomiendo 100%.”

“I had the pleasure of working closely with Jacobo for more than two years as the Client Engagement Manager assigned to TANMIYA Business Partners at IFZA, so I got to know both him and the way he works very well. Jacobo has been in the UAE for many years, starting his journey in the region at the Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain, and since then he has built a successful entrepreneurial career and a strong network across the UAE and the wider region. What I always appreciated most is that he is very hands-on, easy to deal with and genuinely committed to his clients. He is also someone who is always willing to help others, and over the years he has been very active in supporting the Spanish business community in the Emirates and the region, connecting people and sharing his experience whenever he can. It was always a pleasure working with Jacobo and TANMIYA, and I'm very happy to recommend him both professionally and personally.”

“It has been a pleasure getting to know Jacobo Mato and following his professional journey in the UAE and the region. As the founder of the Spanish Business Council in the UAE, I fully appreciate the importance of having professionals with genuine market experience, and I am confident in the value and professionalism that Jacobo and his team bring to individuals and companies interested in the UAE and the opportunities the region offers.”

“Trabajar con Jacobo Mato y el equipo de TANMIYA Business Partners ha sido un pilar fundamental para nuestra llegada a los Emiratos Árabes Unidos. En septiembre del año pasado confiamos en ellos para la constitución de nuestra SL y la obtención de la residencia emiratí, y el proceso fue ágil, transparente y totalmente profesional. Su experiencia nos ha dado la seguridad necesaria para expandir nuestro negocio desde la distancia. Una recomendación absoluta para cualquier empresario que busque garantías en la región.”

“Hemos tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con Jacobo Mato y el equipo de TANMIYA Business Partners, y nuestra experiencia no puede ser más positiva. Destacaría especialmente su profesionalidad, cercanía y profundo conocimiento del entorno empresarial en Dubái, Emiratos Árabes Unidos y la región. En nuestro caso, nos han acompañado en cuestiones contables, fiscales, bancarias, operativas y en procesos de renovación de nuestra empresa, siempre con una atención muy personalizada, ágil y resolutiva. Su experiencia en la zona se nota desde el primer momento: conocen bien los procedimientos, anticipan posibles incidencias y aportan soluciones prácticas que ayudan a tomar mejores decisiones y a evitar trámites, costes o retrasos innecesarios. Sin duda, recomendamos a Jacobo y a todo el equipo de TANMIYA Business Partners a cualquier empresa que necesite un apoyo serio, cercano y continuado en Emiratos Árabes Unidos.”

“Trabajar con Jacobo Mato y TANMIYA Business Partners nos ha ayudado mucho a operar con más seguridad y claridad en Dubái. Nos han apoyado en temas operativos, contables y de inversión, además de resolver dudas importantes sobre licencias, actividades permitidas y la mejor forma de estructurar el negocio en Emiratos. Gracias a su asesoramiento y experiencia local, hemos podido ahorrar mucho tiempo y evitar costes innecesarios, tomando mejores decisiones desde el principio. Lo que más valoramos es la rapidez y la disponibilidad: siempre han estado atentos, respondiendo prácticamente de inmediato y acompañándonos con un enfoque muy práctico y profesional. Y, por supuesto, la ayuda con el idioma, siempre es una ventaja en el extranjero poder comunicarte en tu idioma para asuntos legales. Recomiendo a Jacobo y a TANMIYA a cualquier empresario o emprendedor que necesite apoyo real para operar, invertir o desarrollar su actividad en Dubái con tranquilidad.”

“Tuve el placer de colaborar últimamente con Jacobo, donde su valiosa colaboración fue fundamental para la elaboración de dos agendas de reuniones en Emiratos Árabes Unidos y Arabia Saudita para nuestra empresa. Su enfoque proactivo y su comprensión profunda de nuestros objetivos comerciales en el sector de los fertilizantes nos permitieron prospectar nuevas oportunidades de colaboración con empresas locales. Jacobo se destaca por su capacidad para coordinar y gestionar múltiples reuniones, asegurándose de que cada detalle estuviera cubierto y que pudiéramos aprovechar al máximo cada oportunidad. Su compromiso y dedicación fueron evidentes en cada paso del proceso, y gracias a su esfuerzo, logramos atender todas las reuniones programadas con gran éxito. Recomiendo a Jacobo sin dudarlo. Su profesionalismo, habilidades interpersonales y capacidad para colaborar al nivel internacional lo convierten en un gran activo.”

“I have worked with Jacob and his company for longer than five years in a very challenging mission of AR digitizing the educational training sector across the Middle East, we managed to win many projects with key clients. I would like to state he has been an enormous asset for the company and its success in the Middle East. His adaptability, market knowledge and relationship with key players/clients was very impressive, he gets to create and harness solid and successful relationships very fast and effectively, he speaks very good Arabic and Hindi among other languages, so important to do business in the region. I would recommend his company and his services for any company interested in doing business across the Middle East.”

“Gran profesional, dedicado, atento y muy detallista. Un placer tratar con él.”

“Jacobo Mato turned out to be a very valuable and important asset for Duro Felguera's business development in the Middle East. Before working with him, I knew him for his successful work at the Spanish Embassy and Ofecome in Dubai as well as in market intelligence companies in Dubai. Without a doubt, a highly recommended professional, especially for commercial work and relations with people who make decisions in the Middle East and more specifically for the Emirates and Saudi Arabia.”

“Es un profesional de 10. Se involucra mucho en el proyecto que realiza, y si no es de su ámbito procura empaparse de todo para que los resultados sean los esperados. Comunicación muy sencilla y servicios eficaces. Te ayuda en todo lo que necesites.”

“Such a great professional, caring always about stakeholders, long-term relationships builder able to create a trusting environment around.”

“Jacob is a hardworking gentleman with a vibrant personality that has allowed him to develop a wonderful network. he is full of energy and has been consistently achieving different professional and personal milestones. he has been a source of inspiration. i get to sometimes practice my spanish language skills with him.”

“Jacob was Heading our New Sales activity for Ventures ONSITE for 2 years. He has a natural flair for dealing with people, which made him well accepted in his position within the first few days itself. The amount of positivity and energy he brought to the team is commendable. Even after leaving the organization he still makes sure he visits our stand in exhibitions if he is also around and referred us many clients. I am sure he will be a great asset to any organization he joins or will associate in the future. He is indeed a nice person to deal with.”

“Jacob has a very focused mindset with outstanding domain knowledge in the field he works in, I found him to be a believer in the future of works and how technologies are shaping practices. His goal-oriented capabilities empower organizations to kick start with innovative programs with the right strategy and well-structured planning. He is also having unmatched expertise for conducting training with large groups, a diverse set of audience, and helping to shift thier mindset towards revolutionary technologies.”

“Jacob is a person who knows perfectly the culture, the personality and traditions of citizens in Middle East (ME) and Africa. He does empathize quickly, acquiring the necessary confidence to consolidate potential businesses in this area. An excellent addition for a Company that wants to enter into the ME area or consolidate.”

“When I met Jacob 10 years ago he surprised me for his abilities for communication. Later on during the period of time he was working in our company as Business Development Manager in the UAE region, he confirmed his strong interpersonal and communication skills which allow him to develop good working relationship with clients and management. He is enthusiastic and good team player”

“During my time working with Jacobo, he has demonstrated a clear strategic vision and good knowledge of UAE markets. In terms of consulting and business development, I found that he is very precise, competent, creative and knows how to use the right tools to get the right results. He has a good understanding of all the pieces a business needs to be running. He has always been a great support to me and it was really a pleasure to collaborate with him. I highly recommend him for any management position.”