Market Expansion, Capital Access and Stakeholder Strategy

Supporting startups, scaleups, portfolio companies, and mid-market operators through advisory, investor relations, and execution support.

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Our Ethos

As a trusted international business development advisor, we combine deep regional knowledge with global best practices to deliver transformative outcomes for our clients across the North American, European and GCC regions.

Core Offerings for Startups

Tailored for Series A–B companies preparing to scale into the GCC, Europe and North America.

Investor Relations

Position your startup for successful fundraising by refining your pitch, targeting the right capital partners, and joining curated investor meetings.

  • Pitch development & segmentation

  • Investor roadshows & 1:1 meetings

  • Ongoing follow-up and re-engagement

Market Entry & Growth

Build a data-driven expansion roadmap, from entry model selection to local partnerships and operational setup.

  • Market research & discovery

  • Go-to-market strategy

  • Business model localization

Cultural Integration

Operate confidently by understanding and adapting to local business customs, norms, and stakeholder expectations.

  • Cultural onboarding

  • Legal & labor compliance

  • Founder and team-level support

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Core Offerings for Businesses

For scaleups, portfolio companies, and mid-market operators entering high-growth global markets.

Investor Relations & Capital Tours

Engage qualified capital through FCI-led roadshows, tours, and institutional introductions.

  • Deal positioning & narrative development

  • Investor segmentation

  • Capital re-engagement strategy

Market Readiness

Prepare your operations, team, and systems for sustainable entry into the GCC.

  • Readiness assessment

  • Operational setup

  • Team development

Stakeholder Management

Build trust and influence with public and private decision-makers through strategic relationship planning.

  • Executive mapping & outreach

  • Partner alignment

  • Long-term stakeholder engagement

Government Relations

Navigate public-sector systems, secure local buy-in, and align with regulatory expectations.

  • Government access & meeting coordination

  • Regulatory alignment

  • Public-private collaboration

Joint Venture Enablement

Identify and structure high-impact JV partnerships with vetted regional players.

  • Partnership discovery

  • Deal structuring

  • Risk & governance advisory

Cultural Integration

Ensure a seamless transition by adapting to the region’s cultural, legal, and labor norms.

  • Onboarding & internal training

  • HR & compliance advisory

  • Local hiring strategies

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Our Clients

Testimonials

“FCI’s strategic advisory directly shaped our Saudi market entry. They helped us build a focused capital strategy, craft a region-specific investment thesis, and deliver a message that resonated with top-tier institutional stakeholders. As a result, we accelerated key investor conversations, unlocked new partnership opportunities, and positioned ourselves for long-term traction in the region.”
Steven Cinelli
Steven CinelliFounder @ Renaissance Park Corporation
“Our entry into the U.S. market is a key milestone for ClubsHub. By partnering with FCI, we’re excited to enhance visibility, collaboration, and growth for U.S. university clubs. FCI played a pivotal role in shaping our expansion strategy and connecting us with the right stakeholders to bring this vision to life.”
Bader Rajab
Bader RajabFounder & CEO @ MAR Holding Co.

Featured Case Studies

Revolutionizing Student Leadership in the US

ClubsHub partnered with FCI to launch its student engagement platform in the U.S., supporting university clubs with tools for leadership, collaboration, and visibility. FCI facilitated their U.S. market entry through strategic advisory, stakeholder mapping, and partner introductions. The collaboration formalized via an MoU, laying the foundation for a nationwide rollout of student leadership programs and tech-enabled campus engagement tools—marking a key milestone in ClubsHub’s global growth strategy.

ICAN Innov8 Saudi Expansion Plan

ICAN Innov8, a U.S.-based neurodevelopmental health-tech company, engaged FCI to support its expansion into Saudi Arabia. With a mission to transform autism screening and diagnostics globally, the ICAN team sought trusted access to relevant partners, operators, and stakeholders in Riyadh’s healthcare and innovation ecosystem. FCI provided tailored consultation, stakeholder mapping, and legal frameworks to accelerate their regional growth strategy.

ResilienceONE® in Saudi Arabian Workplaces

During an FCI delegation, an international wellness entrepreneur, Sue Goodin, was introduced to Saudi stakeholders focused on workplace transformation and women’s health. The result was the launch of a wellness initiative designed to support female professionals across the Kingdom—contributing to Vision 2030 objectives around workforce participation, wellbeing, and inclusivity. FCI facilitated this outcome through personalized introductions and cross-sector engagement.

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