Assisting client companies and entrepreneurs to optimize their performance through the recognition and adoption of best known and innovative practices. Leading and hands-on coaching a team of international multicultural experts in the field of management, marketing, communication and organizational relationships. •After Sales Service Strategy •Appraisal & Remuneration Systems •Business Development •CRM Strategy •Downsizing & Stop Loss•E-commerce •Expansion Programs •Export Development •Feasibility Study •Financing Programs •Franchising Programs •Fund Raising •Human Resource Management •Inventory Management •ISO Management Systems •Marketing & Media Strategy •Operating Manuals •Project Management •Restructuring •Retail Sales Management •Supply Chain & Logistics Systems •Training & Development

AgroDev is a pioneer regional developmental organization with a regional trend and climate-smart, internationally competitive, business-oriented dynamo translating the region’s vast untapped agriculture potential to provide food security, sustainable rural development, prosperity for our people and economic independence for the Nations we serve.AgroDev will take an active role in transforming the agriculture sector, provide sound professional and innovative policy advice, high quality and effective technical, financial and administrative consulting and support to inspire and empower optimal performance of all key stakeholders and our clients.- IF YOU ARE A PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANIZATIONWE HELP YOU TO BUILD CAPACITIES, PROMOTE DIALOGUE, AND FORMULATE POLICIES- IF YOU ARE AN INVESTORWE HELP YOU THROUGH ALL THE PROJECT CYCLE STEPS- IF YOU ARE A FINANCIAL ORGANIZATIONWE HELP YOU TO IDENTIFY, PREPARE, EXECUTE, AND MONITOR BANKABLE PROJECTSFor two decades, we have helped public and private organizations to improve rural livelihoods and economic prosperity.- Sustainable & Climate Smart Agriculture- Agribusiness & Value Chains- Food Safety & Food SecurityFocus Sectors- Agro Input Industry- Horticulture & High Value Crops Production- Agro Finance & Insurance- Dairy Poultry & Fisheries- Agro & Food Processing- Precision Agriculture- Farm Machinery- Agro-Tech & Farm Mechanization- Policy Research & Impact Studies- IT & Digital Agriculture Farming- Retail, Fulfilment Centers & Exports - Grass Root Project Implementation in CSR & Rural DevelopmentWhy Choose Us We make a difference through commitment to impact and dedication to service - RESULTS-ORIENTED- PROMPT RESPONSE TO CLIENTS' NEEDS- UNDERSTANDING THE LOCAL CONTEXT- 20 YEARS OF REGIONAL EXPERIENCE- HIGH QUALITY OF SERVICE

SMDC is an official not-for-profit organization concerned with Organizing and Raising the Standards of the Profession of Management & Development Consulting.SMDC MISSIONSMDC is to be the collective voice aiming at the development and the dissemination of the principles, methods and techniques of Management in public or private companies.SMDC is determined to elevate the practice and profile of management and development consulting in the region through value-driven programs, capacity building, exchange of know-how and certification of consultants, promotion of ethical standards and professional competency. SMDC will advocate for the profession among the business community, government, academia and the public.SMDC will promote an environment which fosters the success of management and development consulting firms and the value they deliver to their clients.

A - Description of Business and Industry:o It’s a Professional Franchise Consulting and Lead Generation Portal. A new service added to the wide umbrella of services provided by Business Unlimited to its local and international clients. Professional experts have joined forces to gather more than 25 years of experiences in the field of finance, marketing, training, human resources, business relations and development in order to establish this unique business gate for the Middle East & International franchise brands and business seekers.B - Goals and Objectives:o Franchise Gate’s aim is to serve all types of franchise companies and help them in their growth and development plans plus being their preferred source of business to find qualified partners and franchisees. o On the other hand, Franchise Gate is providing new entrepreneurs and investors a platform to refer to and trust their services when it comes to searching and finding the right business and franchise opportunities for them and their families.o Franchise Gate plan is to become the trusted and preferred source of business for our franchisors, franchisees and business owners.C – Product/Service Details:o Franchise Gate is offering multiple business consulting services to franchisors, entrepreneurs and investors in Lebanon and the Middle East area. o Our scope of work includes the following:To Franchisors and Business Owners: Franchise Development, Franchise Brokerage or Lead Generation, Training, Audit & Control, Mystery Shopping, Market Studies, Business Plans, Concepts Development, Legal, Translation and IP Assistance, etc. To Potential franchisees and Investors: Matchmaking Consulting service, Training, Financial Assistance, Concept Development, Legal and IP Assistance, etc.To Manufactures, Wholesalers and Distributors: Agents Generation and Matchmaking, Legal and Financial Assistance, etc.

Financial Services - Wealth Management - Venture Capital Funds - Fund Management - Investment Opportunities - Corporate Services

Dr. Hajje is an Advisor to private and government institutions among which “The Lebanese Franchise Association-LFA”.• The Lebanese Franchise Association (LFA) is a non-profit organization that develops, promotes and protects the franchising sector in Lebanon. • LFA coordinates the activity of its members in a concerted effort to promote and exemplify excellence in franchising. • LFA reflects the dynamism of the franchise activity in Lebanon, and includes among its more than 150 concepts, sectors as diverse as catering, textiles, jewelry, luxury items, decorative objects, industry and services such as events organization, etc. • LFA assists franchisors and franchisees seeking national, regional and international opportunities and offers guidance to potential franchisors, owners of strong concepts to engage into franchising. • The College of Experts of LFA is composed of experts in the franchising industry, mainly in the fields of franchise program development and legal services. • LFA is supported by strategic partners, including the Ministry of Economy and Trade, the Chamber of Commerce of Beirut, the Association of Lebanese Industrialists. • LFA reaches its goals through the following major activities: training and guidance (seminars, workshops), the annual organization of BIFEX (Beirut International Franchise Forum and Exhibition), the development of a resource center and a database on franchise, strengthening regional and international collaboration with franchise associations and active promotion of its members abroad.

First Protocol s.a.r.l. has been organizing since 2011 the National Event, the Social Economic Award, that has been founded by Violette & Maroun Balaa.The SEA is a leader in the award event industry with a unique concept in Lebanon and MENA region. It has gained regional credibility with its leading brand and grandiose execution.SEA is a pioneering initiative in the region that grants Awards to institutions for their CSR initiatives, in a Gala Dinner that gathers the Social & Economic Elite. The presentation of awards is based on the idea of honoring leading Public and Private Institutions in:Banking, Trade, Industry, Education and Franchising for developing concepts and products that promote Welfare, a better Environment, create Employment Offer, Preserve the Identity, History and Heritage and thus have a Positive National Impact, etc…We believe that recognizing the endeavors of institutions from different categories in the Economic and Social Sectors will improve the state of the less fortunate and positively reflect on the entire society.Awards will be distributed across different sectors by Ministers, MPs, and prominent business figures. The Jury consists of experts in the socio –economic fields. The selections will be based on transparent categorization according to international standards objectives. Following the screening and pre-selection of applicants, live presentation will take place in front of the Jury for accurate evaluations. With vast media coverage, this event has gained credibility and awareness to an extent which makes it possible to duplicate in the entire region.MTV will broadcast exclusively the event, which will be also covered by our vast Media Partners.

ProDev Group provides high quality management services in developing and transitional economies of the MENA (Middle East & North Africa) region. It is committed to a code of practice that relies on transparency in project management, reducing corruption and encouraging democratic practices at all times. ProDev’s mission is focused on delivering sustainable results in economic and socio-development fields, by stimulating self-reliance through participatory involvement and good governance. ProDev provides a complete set of tools and services to its clients. It serves as a one-stop service provider in technical, management and training assistance with a follow up dedicated to high quality results. ProDev works primarily on projects financed by international funding agencies (European Commission, World Bank, UNDP, USAID) as well as directly with the local governments & their agencies (ministries, chambers of commerce, free trade zones) and the private sector.

Helping Manufacturers and SME Developing an Export StrategyDetermining Clients Products' Export Potential - Assessing Clients - Company's Export Readiness - Developing an Export Plan – Developping Marketing and Management Issues Involved in the Export DecisionIdentifying, Evaluating, and Selecting Target Markets - Product Selection and Pricing - Distribution Methods - Commercial Terms and ConditionsInternal Organization and Procedures - Sales Goals: Profit and Loss Forecasts

Responsible for leading the Business Development team in identifying, managing and maximizing the business impact of numerous clients, partnership relationships for turnkey projects and BOT, including relationships with alliances and partners, across all of the related vertical markets.