By Ron Chen, Bureau Chief, Asia

A leading global management consulting firm, Ash & Maple Management (A&M),  has announced  its strategic alliance with LocalEyes, a distinguished Local Content and Economic Participation consulting firm headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

A&M, a Zurich-based global management consulting firm, addresses clients’ complex business challenges through Growth Strategy, Organization, Board & Executive Search, Performance & Culture, and Localization practices.

This key acquisition fortifies A&M’s presence in the Middle East, augmenting its capacity to serve global multinational corporations operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, requiring local content, economic offset, and localization consulting.

LocalEyes is a consulting firm specializing in local content, localization, and economic offset strategies for multinational clients across sectors such as Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Manufacturing, Defense & Aerospace, Natural Resources, and Information Technology. The firm excels in localization feasibility, market studies, corporate supply chain development, local capability development, and project management practices. With a strong track record in economic participation consulting, LocalEyes possesses a deep understanding of local business landscapes and maintains vital relationships with key industry stakeholders.

A&M’s EMENA Region Managing Partner, Aakash Keluskar, warmly welcomes LocalEyes as a valuable addition. He asserted that the acquisition signifies a crucial milestone in A&M’s expansion strategy in Saudi Arabia, as LocalEyes’ proficient team contributes their vast knowledge in local content and economic offset consulting. This partnership will empower A&M to capitalize on LocalEyes’ expertise and local knowledge to better serve its international clients in the region.

LocalEyes’ Founder and CEO, Majed Aldeeri, expressed enthusiasm about joining forces with A&M, highlighting the opportunity to offer clients expanded management consulting services within economic participation. He emphasized their excitement to partner with a global firm that shares their values, commitment to exceptional results, and maintains a solid presence in Saudi Arabia.

The alliance will also grant LocalEyes’ clients access to A&M’s worldwide network of consultants, broad industry expertise across multiple sectors, and advanced digital solutions. The synergistic capabilities and mutual dedication to providing value to clients will create a formidable combination that benefits clients in Saudi Arabia and beyond.