Gateway to the Middle East

Bridging the US and Middle East for Strategic Business Growth

Strategic Partners for
Middle East Expansion

Established under the patronage of Sheikh Jabor Bin Mansour Bin Jabor Bin Jassim Al Thani to facilitate the establishment and growth of international businesses in the State of Qatar and to manage the portfolio of businesses under JMJ Al-Thani Group.

Based in the iconic Marina Twin Towers in Lusail, we currently have 40 businesses under management. Founded in 2018 in Qatar and expanded to the United States in 2024, ARC Group has deep roots across the region and the relationships to match.

Real Estate Technology Manufacturing Manpower Contracting Trading Energy
40+
Businesses Under Management
$1Bn+
Revenue Generated Across ME
2018
Founded in Qatar
7
Key Sectors Served

Comprehensive Market Entry Solutions

From entity formation to full-scale operations, we provide end-to-end support for your Middle East expansion.

Company Establishment

  • End-to-end support from entity registration to full compliance
  • Navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges with confidence
  • Established network of contacts at all relevant government ministries

Market Penetration

  • Deep local market knowledge and strategic partnership introductions
  • Competitive analysis and comprehensive cultural assessment
  • Adapt your business model to regional preferences and expectations

Employer of Record (EOR)

  • Hire across borders without establishing a local legal entity
  • Full compliance with local labor laws and regulations
  • Bulk visa coverage spanning 40+ nationalities
  • Accelerated market entry with reduced overhead and risk

Advisory Services

  • Strategic guidance on business decisions and long-term growth planning
  • Market opportunity identification, regulatory trends, and risk management
  • Market entry strategies and operations scaling across the region

Three Pillars of Partnership

Decades of experience, unrivalled connections, and a commitment to tailored solutions.

Experience

Our CEO brings over two decades of leadership in Qatar, building an international Oil & Gas business across the Middle East and supporting 40+ companies in establishing their regional presence.

$1Bn+ Revenue Generated

Network

Through H.E. Sheikh Jabor's network, we maintain outstanding relationships with government Ministries, industry leaders, and prominent private family offices across the Gulf region.

100+ Businesses in Wider Group

Bespoke

Every client is unique. We develop tailor-made solutions aligned with your policies, processes, and strategic objectives rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.

Tailored to Your Business

A Post-COVID Solution for
Independent Professionals

Qatar's growing freelance economy needs infrastructure. The Freelance Hub provides the legal framework for independent professionals to operate, thrive, and grow.

  • Visa Provision

    Legal employer status with family visa sponsorship, keeping you compliant and protected.

  • Invoicing Provision

    Company-to-company invoicing infrastructure so you can operate professionally from day one.

  • Graduation Path

    Clear pathway from freelance operations to full company establishment when you are ready to scale.

Your Journey

Start lean, grow at your own pace, and graduate to full company status when the time is right. We handle the compliance so you can focus on your business.

Freelancer
Hub Member
Full Entity

Proven Results, Real Impact

A selection of engagements that demonstrate our capabilities across sectors and scale.

JMJ
JMJ Group Holding

Restructured the family business into a professional holding company framework, establishing governance and systems to support significant portfolio growth.

Portfolio grown from QR175M to QR4Bn | Preparing for IPO
MS
MSelect

Provided strategic advisory services driving exceptional financial performance, culminating in a successful sell-side process and Dubai holding company creation.

106%, 102%, 73% YoY EBITDA growth | Sell-side process
MCQ
Media City Qatar

Supported a government entity established by Emiri Decree. Secured a landmark headquarters lease and sourced world-class international studio partners.

QR800M 10-year HQ lease secured | Partners: Dock 10 & Space Studios
KF
Knight Frank

Acted as in-country partner and shareholder, securing the Real Estate Brokerage Licence and establishing an advisory agreement with Qatari Diar.

Brokerage Licence secured | Qatari Diar advisory agreement
SL
Starlink

Secured the Qatar installation programme for SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service, positioning for regional rollout.

Qatar installation programme launching Q2 2026
PC
Portobello Capital

Facilitated high-level introductions to the Qatar Investment Authority for a significant European private equity fund investment.

Introductions to QIA for 500M EUR fund investment
MC
MasterClass

Leading the Middle East expansion at government level, positioning MasterClass as a flagship educational platform alongside events like Web Summit.

Government-level ME expansion in progress

Trusted Across Industries

We work with leading organisations across energy, construction, technology, and beyond.

Energy
ExxonMobil OXY Worley Borr Drilling NSS MSelect Lassarat AIL (Andam International) Global Edge Palfinger
Construction & Real Estate
Knight Frank JMJ Real Estate HexaTech Urban Hospitality Services Changda FG Realty
Technology
Bercman Energy Starlink CICS Technologies Nafees QD Factory
Professional Services, Media & Other
FIFA Pernod Ricard Jensen Hughes Pitch International UN1T MasterClass Sneex Qatar Freezones Authority Export Action Global E-Technology Aarvi Encon Everwind Fuels Portobello Capital SBX Attraction for Events ARC EduQ8

Our Team

Experienced leaders with deep regional knowledge and the relationships to make things happen.

AR

Andy Ryan

Founder & CEO
  • Over a decade of board-level experience in Sales & Recruitment across the Middle East
  • Grew Airswift from $100M to over $1Bn in revenue across 50+ countries
  • Generated $1Bn+ USD revenue across the Middle East in Energy, Process, and Infrastructure
  • Board Advisor to MSelect, driving 550% EBIT growth in 3 years
  • Advisor to Sheikh Jabor and Sheikh Mansour on business strategy and portfolio management
SJ

Sheikh Jabor Bin Mansour J.J Al Thani

Chairman
  • Among the largest private investors in Lusail with 5Bn+ QR in real estate holdings
  • Based in the prestigious Marina Twin Towers, Lusail, Qatar
  • Diverse portfolio spanning Manufacturing, Construction, Production, Services, Manpower, and Industrial sectors
  • Extensive network of industry leaders and Ministry contacts across the Gulf
  • Supports 40+ businesses via ARC and 60+ via the wider family group

Anti-Bribery, Corruption & Code of Business Ethics

ARC Group maintains a robust approach to Anti-Bribery and Corruption policies and a comprehensive Code of Business Ethics. Integrity, transparency, and compliance underpin everything we do.

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Whether you are exploring the Middle East market for the first time or looking to accelerate your existing presence, we are ready to help.