London-based strategic advisory firm heads to Dubai in Gulf expansion

A London-headquartered strategic advisory firm has announced the opening of a new office in Dubai.

Hakluyt is a strategic advisory firm that works with corporate leaders and investors around the world on key commercial issues.

Varun Chandra, managing partner, Hakluyt, said: “The Gulf has become an increasingly important market for Hakluyt, and I’m very pleased that Chris Napoli, an excellent and highly respected colleague, is opening our new office in Dubai.

“It’s clear that there are many opportunities for us as a leading strategic advisory firm in the region, and I’m sure we’ll have a lot of success serving clients from our new base there.”

Christopher Napoli commented: “I am delighted to be opening Hakluyt’s newest office in Dubai. There are many outstanding businesses in the region, and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work with them.”

Thomas Ellis, who leads Hakluyt’s business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), added: “We already serve several major clients in the Middle East, and growing our business in the region is a priority for us.

“Establishing an office in Dubai is therefore an important step for Hakluyt, and the whole team is excited to be supporting Chris in our work there.”

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