about
Why are we called 10 Leaves?
We thought of this, and then came up with one simple answer –
Why not? A bit of Shakespearean thought after all (a rose by any other name…) really.
our journey

Fifteen years is a long time…In Dubai, it's eternity.

Fifteen years of learning and experience culminated in the birth of a consultancy that prides itself in being different in being digital-first and cutting-edge.Our journey has helped us acquire specialization in working with companies across industries and geographies.

Dubai had just opened up its doors to foreign property ownership with the establishment of the Dubai International Financial Centre, or DIFC, had its first client, and we started learning.

Dubai had just opened up its doors to foreign property ownership with the establishment of the Dubai International Financial Centre, or DIFC, had its first client, and we started learning.

2007

As step changes in technology go, the year 2007 surely constituted one of the greatest leaps forward in history. We learned a lot that year, entering the digital world ourselves though our publications.

As step changes in technology go, the year 2007 surely constituted one of the greatest leaps forward in history. We learned a lot that year, entering the digital world ourselves though our publications.

2009

Established a fund administration company in Mauritius. We learned all things related to funds, and worked with all major onshore and offshore fund centres.

Established a fund administration company in Mauritius. We learned all things related to funds, and worked with all major onshore and offshore fund centres.

2013

Successfully exited the Mauritius entity.

Successfully exited the Mauritius entity.

2015

The Abu Dhabi Global Market opened its doors, and we were part of the 1st entity that registered at the centre. We learned to be pioneers.

The Abu Dhabi Global Market opened its doors, and we were part of the 1st entity that registered at the centre. We learned to be pioneers.

2017

10 Leaves was established in the ADGM, offering a breath of specialist consultancy services. Looking forward to the next wave of change!

10 Leaves was established in the ADGM, offering a breath of specialist consultancy services. Looking forward to the next wave of change!

our approach

Technology has changed the way traditional businesses function, both internally and externally. Unfortunately, most consultancies have not innovated fast enough. Our approach has always been technology-oriented - using tech to make our internal processes smoother and to make our client interactions seamless.

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technology oriented

Our approach has always been technology-oriented - using tech to make our internal processes smoother and to make our client interactions seamless.

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live tracking

You can sign our letters of engagement with your e-signature – after this, you’ll be added immediately to a Flock group, where everyone working on your assignment can update you on its progress in real time.

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Or-be Systems

We use the cutting edge Or-be systems technology that integrates Customer Relationship Management, Content Management System, and a Lead Engine.

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Fully Functional

Our website is not based solely on information. It is also designed to function as your window to the world of doing business in the UAE. From informative client briefings to vibrant infographics, we enable smooth and easy access to the information you need.

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One-look

We pride ourselves on our "one-look" pages that are designed to present information in a clear, concise, and intuitive manner. It will help you look through information faster and maximize your time.

 



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our team
Rohit Ghai
Rohit Ghai

Rohit is the Founder of 10 Leaves. With over 15 years of experience in the region, Rohit consults firms on corporate structuring, market entry strategies, fintech, fund structuring, regulatory authorisations and startup funding. He conducts workshops on doing business in the region and is a regular presenter to visiting trade delegations from Europe and Asia.
Master in Business Administration Capabilities – Fintech, Funds, Venture Capital

Bishr Shiblaq
Bishr Shiblaq

Bishr established and headed the MENA office of the leading Luxembourg law firm, Arendt & Medernach for around 10 years. In this capacity he advised leading financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds, asset managers, MNCs and family offices in both Europe and the Middle East on all issues relating to the structuring of international transactions and the setting up of regulated and unregulated investment structures.

Certified Investment Fund Director (CIFD)

Master of Laws (L.L.M.) in International Economic Law from the University of Warwick (UK). Capabilities – Legal, Structuring, Islamic Finance, Funds

Sachin Auchoybur
Sachin Auchoybur

Sachin is a Barrister at Law and Legal Consultant, with over 20 years of experience in Common Law and Mauritian Law. He has advised clients both domestically and internationally, on Commercial Law and Taxation, with a focus on the structuring of investment funds. Sachin holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Buckingham, and is a member of the Bar of England and Wales and the Mauritius Bar Association.

Ali Awais
Ali Awais

Ali has over 20 years of experience in providing governments, sponsors and financial institutions strategic advice on cross-border investments, including Public Private Partnership structures, legislative and policy reforms. He is a Master of Laws from George Washington University, School of Law, Washington D.C.

Master of Laws (L.L.M.) from George Washington University.

Capabilities – Legal, Finance, Private Equity.

Ravi Ramanani
Ravi Ramanani

Bachelor in Electrical Engineering
Capabilities –DIFC and ADGM structuring and non-regulated formations

Jam Javier
Jam Javier

Bachelor of Secondary Education – Major in English
Capabilities - DIFC and ADGM non-regulated formations, online community management .

Manoj Agadi
Manoj Agadi

Master of Technology (M.Tech)
Capabilities – SEO and Digital marketing frameworks .

Apurva G
Apurva G

Bachelor in Commerce
Capabilities – SEO and Digital marketing frameworks.

Team Members

Ashley Valmoria

Company Formation Specialist
Team Members

Joan Marie Javier

Social Media Specialist
Team Members

Ravi Ramanani

Company Formation Specialist

Over the years, our clientele have comprised of listed companies, established fund houses, asset managers, brokerage houses and corporations. Here is a sample of our work:

Dubai International Financial Centre

  • A Category 2 Investment Bank, with the primary activity of Dealing In Investments as Principal
  • A Category 2 Brokerage House
  • A Category 2 Investment Bank, providing mezzanine finance services
  • A Category 3 Asset Manager
  • An Exempt Fund, with an initial AUM of US$ 20 million.

Abu Dhabi Global Market

  • A Category 2 license with the primary activity of Providing Credit
  • A US$ 750 million Qualified Investor Fund
  • A startup Category 3 license (under process) with the primary activity of Managing Assets
  • An investment bank license (under process) with a starting capital of US$ 50 million
  • A startup Category 4 license (under process)
  • Two Exempt Funds under an umbrella structure, with a foreign fund manager (under process)
  • Three Category 3A brokerage licenses (under process)
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