• Internal Audit—Assurance and Compliance to ensure business success
• Enterprise Risk Management tailored for empowering businesses
• Operation Risk and Controls Framework to enhance consulting services
• Internal Financial Controls for sustainable business success
• Developing Standard Operating Procedures that support effective consulting services
• Business Analytics driving insights for empowering businesses
• Business Process Engineering to streamline operations for business success
• Corporate advisory and trainings focused on empowering businesses
• Management Support and Outsourcing that contributes to overall business success
• M&A and Deal Advisory for business success
• Fundraising Support through tailored consulting services
• CFO & Accounting Services and Business Transformation Solutions to empower businesses
• Cost Reduction and Control Programs aimed at enhancing profitability
• AI and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) for enhancing business success
• Data Analytics and Visualization as part of our consulting services
• Digital Transformation aimed at empowering businesses
• GRC & Cybersecurity solutions to support overall business success
Ahmad Himmo
Client Relationship Partner, Risk Governance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Proficient in English and Arabic
Background
Ahmad is a GRC and internal audit expert with over 25 years of experience leading transformation, resilience, and compliance initiatives across the Middle East and North America. He is recognized for partnering with Boards, Audit Committees, and executive leadership to strengthen governance frameworks, optimize risk management capabilities, and enhance organizational resilience, all of which are crucial for business success.
As a strategic advisor, Ahmad possesses deep expertise in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Internal Audit, Board governance, business resilience, and regulatory compliance. He has successfully led major transformation programs across diversified sectors, including technology, government, education, real estate, hospitality, and financial services, providing impactful consulting services that empower businesses to thrive.
Executive Summary
25+ years of international experience across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and the United States.
Extensive experience working with Boards of Directors and Audit & Risk Committees.
Proven leadership in building Governance, Risk Management, and Internal Audit functions from the ground up to support sustainable business success.
Strong track record in organizational transformation, risk appetite implementation, and business resilience.
Expertise in Delegation of Authority (DoA), governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
Experienced in ERP transformation, tax governance, and enterprise-wide risk reporting.
Trusted advisor to public and private sector organizations on governance modernization and resilience enhancement, helping them navigate the complexities of today's business environment.
Manish Saraf
Quality Assurance Director
Chartered Accountant (CA) (Ex-Deloitte, PwC)
Total Years of Experience: 21
Background
Manish is a highly experienced professional with over 21 years of expertise in Risk Governance, Internal Audit, UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and Process Automation, all of which contribute to business success. He has worked across multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Retail, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, Engineering Services, Hospitality, Logistics, and Media, with experience in the UAE, Muscat, West Africa, India, the USA, and the UK.
His extensive consulting services background includes working with leading firms like Deloitte and PwC. Specializing in Risk Governance, Manish has successfully established governance frameworks and internal audit functions, particularly in sectors such as petrochemical manufacturing in West Africa and services in the UAE, thereby empowering businesses to operate more effectively.
He has conducted Annual Risk Assessments, Audit Planning, Fraud Risk Assessments, and internal control testing, working closely with senior management and boards to enhance risk management strategies.
In the tax advisory domain, Manish is an expert in UAE VAT and Corporate Tax. He has provided VAT health check-ups and Corporate Tax assessments, advising private entities in various industries, including real estate, media, retail, technology, and logistics. Manish also has significant experience in Transfer Pricing, assessing financial structures, related-party transactions, and benchmarking requirements to ensure compliance with UAE tax regulations.
Manish has presented at numerous webinars and seminars, providing updates on UAE Corporate Tax and FTA guidelines, making him a trusted advisor in both governance and tax strategy.