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The negotiations between Iran and the P5 + 1 are progressing and both sides are expressing optimism for reaching an agreement.

This would mean that the Economic Sanctions against Iran will be eased, thus clearing the path for those businesses that wish to explore the opportunities.

Trita Parsi, Founder and President of the National Iranian American Council and award winning author of ‘A Single Roll of the Dice: Obama’s diplomacy with Iran’ said:

“A nuclear deal with Iran will have a major stabilizing effect on the region as a whole, which not only will pave the way for peaceful resolutions for ongoing conflicts, but also opportunities to cement the stability through trade. If Iran opens up, it will be the largest market to connect with the global economy for almost a full quarter century. ”

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Companies around the world are eager to find out what the temporary relaxation of sanctions, in addition to the future expected lifting of sanctions, could mean for accessing the Iranian market.

The recent suspension of certain sanctions against Iran and the expectation of subsequent suspensions is opening discussion about the current market situation in Iran and its future opportunities.

Companies around the world are eager to find out what the temporary relaxation of sanctions, in addition to the future expected lifting of sanctions, could mean for accessing the Iranian market.

Industries that are immediately affected by the suspension of sanctions include petrochemicals, automotive, banking and finance, civil aviation, gold and precious metals, crude oil, trading, transportation and maritime insurance.

Identifying market entry in a frontier market such as Iran, while staying compliant but not acquiescing, requires research and a well-thought-out strategy coupled with the correct contacts to avoid unnecessary pitfalls.

Innoverto has announced that the one-day seminar entitled “Iran – Economic Sanctions and What’s Next – Identifying the opportunities in a post-sanction Iranian economy” will be taking place in Dubai on May 28. Attendees will learn what is allowed and not allowed under the current US/EU Iran sanctions, and gain knowledge to ensure that they do not engage in violations of the sanctions, or over-comply.

The chairman and keynote speaker of the seminar is Dr Nasser Saidi, former chief economist and head of external relations of the Dubai International Financial Centre, and president and founder of Nasser Saidi & Associates.

“Détente with Iran would not only be a major change in the geopolitics of the Middle East, it would potentially generate large economic benefits to Iran and the Gulf countries. As a result of more than two decades of sanctions, Iran has not had access to modern technology and investment, and achieved lower overall levels of investment. With détente, Iran will need to catch up and raise investment by up to about $60 to $80 billion for at least 10 years. The GCC countries, led by the UAE, should seize the opportunity to reap the economic and financial benefits from the opening of trade, investment, development and reconstruction opportunities,” he said.

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The recent suspension of certain sanctions against Iran and the expectation of subsequent suspensions is opening discussion about the current market situation in Iran and its future opportunities.

Companies around the world are eager to find out what the temporary relaxation of sanctions, in addition to the future expected lifting of sanctions, could mean for accessing the Iranian market.

Iran holds the world’s fourth-largest proven oil reserves and the world’s second-largest natural gas reserves. The country has a well educated population of close to 80 million, of which more than half is under 35 years old.

Industries that are immediately affected by the suspension of sanctions include: Petrochemicals, Automotive, Banking and Finance, Civil Aviation, Gold and Precious Metals, and Crude oil – trading, transportation and maritime insurance.

Identifying market entry in a frontier market such as Iran, while staying compliant but not acquiescing, requires research and a well thought out strategy coupled with the correct contacts to avoid unnecessary pitfalls. It is with this in mind that Innoverto is delighted to announce the 1 day Seminar titled “Iran -Economic Sanctions and What’s Next – Identifying the opportunities in a post sanction Iranian economy” that will be taking place in Dubai on 28th of May.

Attendees will learn what is allowed and not allowed under the current US/EU Iran sanctions, and gain knowledge to ensure that they do not engage in violations of the sanctions, or over comply.

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Knowledge Consultants, Inc. (KCI) and FEAC are proud to announce a new strategic partnership offering expanded certification programs for professionals seeking to improve their careers. The partnership will be effective for courses starting in mid-February of 2014.

Through the agreement, KCI will offer its certification programs through the FEAC Institute’s expanded certification program. KCI pairs its industry leading professional services and solutions to improve business performance with FEAC’s university relationships with California State University and National University to provide certified professionals with additional educational opportunities. FEAC is the premier training and certification institution for enterprise architects.

“KCI has established certification programs and consulting services for strategic use of technology in business, enterprise analysis, IT architecture and business process management – including rigorous training programs internationally in Southeast Asia and the Middle East,” KCI President Frank Kowalkowski said. “Through this partnership with FEAC we will be furthering the reach of our courses and helping even more professionals to continue their education and further excel in their careers.”

KCI certification programs available through the FEAC partnership are:

• Business Process Management
• Data Scientist including the new Elite Data Scientist program
• Business and Enterprise Architecture
• IT Management
• Business Analysis

KCI offers its courses in the Middle East through a partnership with Innoverto, a corporate training and events management company based in Dubai, which will also carry the FEAC certification.

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Innoverto FZ LLC is proud to announce a new partnership with the prestigious New York Institute of Management. This partnership will enable professionals in the Gulf and Middle East to access a wide list of renowned online executive education programs by leveraging NYIM’s internationality and real world interactive learning approach to management education.

“As the region prepares for the next decade’s growth projections, organizations and individuals are increasingly upgrading their skillsand credentials through continuing education,” said Christianna Tsiterou, Managing Partner of Innoverto. “This unique partnership is responding to the increased demand forflexible executive education throughout the Gulf and Middle East.”

NYIM and Innoverto anticipate offering four to six Certificate programs each year – each up to two months in length. The initial programs are planned to meet the professional development needs of busy executives virtually and allow for a flexible learning schedule.

The first program, “NYIM Executive Mini MBA”, is specifically designed to help high potential functional experts become more effective managers and build the skills and confidence they need to succeed across all industries. “Certificate in Marketing Management”, the second program in the series, will be focused on creating value for professionals seeking growth and differentiation for their enterprises through successful marketing management. This program is divided into four modules consisting of four three-hour long sessions.

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Innoverto FZ LLC, a UAE based Training and Event Management company and Knowledge Consultants, Inc. (KCI), a US based consulting and training services firm founded in 1984 today, announced a partnership bringing KCI’s leading training and certification programs to Innoverto’s global network of executive training courses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and outside the UAE throughout the Gulf region and Middle East.

Beginning in March 2014, KCI will provide professionals in the Middle East the opportunity to develop core strengths and professional certification in the following areas:

• Process Management
• IT Management
• Business Performance Management
• Business Analysis
• Analytical Techniques for Business
• Business and IT Architecture

“Professionals in the Middle East are looking to continue their education, improve their careers and remain competitive,” KCI President Frank Kowalkowski said. “This partnership with Innoverto will allow us to continue this important work in this area of the world.”

All of the courses KCI offers through the partnership will be delivered through Innoverto both public and in-house), and are available for registration through the Innoverto website. The partnership is being launched with two courses in March 2014, starting with a Certification in Essential Predictive Analytics and the Certified Advanced Business Process Management course.

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John Mattone, hosted his first Talent Leadership event in the UAE at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, on the 20th of November. Approximately 200 senior business executives, government officials, HR professionals and leadership students from UAE’s leading business schools and universities attended the 1 day workshop dedicated to successful development of leaders and future leaders.

John Mattone, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential leadership and talent management authorities in the world, has been interviewed at Dubai One’s Emirates News studio and has also delivered a speech to the MBA students of an international business school since his arrival on Monday. This was his first visit to the UAE.

After the event John Mattone commented: “It’s an honor to be here in Dubai sharing the “Talent Leadership” message with business leaders from the country. I am very impressed with the engagement and caliber of the questions from the audience. The UAE truly has a unique opportunity with a diverse and young talented workforce to set itself up for success.”

The full day workshop in Dubai was opened by Tom Urquhart from Dubai One who was also the official broadcaster of the event. Other sponsors and partners include Turkish Airlines, the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, The Wall Street Journal, The Khaleej Times, and Trends Middle East.

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The ‘Talent Leadership’ event was held in Dubai on November 20.

Approximately 200 senior business executives, government officials, HR professionals and leadership students from UAE’s leading business schools and universities attended a workshop hosted by John Mattone, dedicated to the successful development of leaders and future leaders.

The ‘Talent Leadership’ event was held in Dubai on November 20. John Mattone, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential leadership and talent management authorities in the world, has been interviewed at Dubai One’s Emirates News studio and has also delivered a speech to the MBA students of an international business school since his arrival on Monday. This was his first visit to the UAE.

After the event, Mattone said: “It’s an honour to be here in Dubai sharing the ‘Talent Leadership’ message with business leaders from the country. I am very impressed with the engagement and caliber of the questions from the audience. The UAE truly has a unique opportunity with a diverse and young talented workforce to set itself up for success.”

Read more at Khaleej Times Online

Dubai is set to host a power-packed one-day conference, “Talent leadership: A proven method for developing leaders and future leaders” on November 20.

The event, organised by Innoverto, will be led by John Mattone, widely regarded as one of the most influential leadership and talent management authorities in the world. “It is an honour and privilege for me to be coming to the UAE to present Talent leadership. I will be sharing the results of my recent talent management and leadership global study in which we interviewed and surveyed over 150 CEOs from a variety of global companies,” Mattone said in an interview with Khaleej Times.

Read more at Khaleej Times Online