Hossein Marashi

My Services

Helping leaders and companies adapt, grow, and lead in the age of AI.

Helping you by

Negotiations & Representation

• Strategic representation in GCC & Iraq
• Cross-cultural negotiation
• Multilingual communication
• Ideal for CEOs, founders & investors

keeping you up to date though

Education and Talks

• Keynotes, workshops, executive briefings
• Clear, practical explanations of AI, trade & strategy
• Custom sessions for leaders and teams
• Ideal for companies adapting to rapid change

the exact knowledge you need by

Research Tailored for You

• Market, competitor & policy analysis
• GCC-focused intelligence with actionable insights
• Reports combined with cultural awareness
• Confidential, client-specific projects
• Ideal for strategic decision-making

NOT SURE HOW I CAN HELP?

Tell me your challenge — I’ll reply  with a first idea.

Education and Intelligence

Two structural shifts are redefining leadership: the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence and the transformation of Arab business ecosystems under new generational leadership. Both demand that business leaders rebuild their knowledge base — and equip their teams to do the same.

Leadership education requires three forms of learning:

  • Foundational — accurate, relevant core concepts, from the fundamentals of generative AI to the policy priorities shaping Gulf markets.

  • Current — targeted updates on developments that affect competitive position, ensuring decisions remain anchored in the latest realities.

  • Applied — hands-on workshops and sessions that end with tangible outputs, from strategic roadmaps to operational plans.

Programmes range from one-on-one tutorials for executives to classes designed for entire teams, delivered through lectures, interactive workshops, or multi-format courses. The emphasis is on relevance, precision, and immediate applicability — building the capacity to adapt faster than the market changes.

In competitive and cross-cultural markets, presence and preparation determine outcomes. Strategic representation ensures a leader’s interests are advanced — and their position strengthened — in the rooms, forums, and conversations that matter most.

Representation takes three primary forms:

  • Market Presence — acting as your delegate at exhibitions and industry events, whether as an exhibitor or visitor, to engage stakeholders, gather intelligence, and open channels of communication.

  • Customer Engagement — presenting your offering with cultural fluency, building rapport, and positioning your value in line with local priorities.

  • Negotiation Support — providing research, analysis, and in-meeting counsel to reinforce your position and strengthen your decision-making in real time.

This work draws on multilingual capability, deep regional awareness, and the ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences — ensuring every interaction moves your objectives forward.

Representation & Negotiation Support

Research & Counselling

In high-stakes decisions, leaders need precise, situation-specific intelligence — not broad learning programmes. Tailored research delivers the exact information required to act with confidence.

Research focuses on defined objectives:

  • Market and Trade Analysis — e.g., regulatory and logistics requirements for exporting crops to Qatar.

  • Competitive and Stakeholder Mapping — identifying players, partners, and influencers relevant to a specific opportunity.

  • Policy and Risk Assessment — understanding the legal, economic, or geopolitical factors shaping an upcoming decision.

Outputs typically include a written report, an executive presentation, and a Q&A session to address follow-up questions. Scope and format are flexible, but the goal remains constant: actionable insight, free of unnecessary detail, delivered in time to make a difference.