Leadership development specialist AIIR Consulting launches in Middle East

27 January 2025 Consultancy-me.com

AIIR Consulting, an American company specialized in leadership advisory and development, has expanded into the Middle East.

Founded in 2009, AIIR Consulting is a leadership development firm providing services such as consulting, training, and executive coaching. The consulting firm operates with a number of offices in the US, and has a network of over 200 coaches and consultants in six continents to support its international projects.

Facing growing demand from organizations in the Middle East, in particular in the Gulf Cooperation Council, AIIR Consulting has now opened a base in Dubai to serve current and future clients in the region.

Jonathan Kirschner, Founder and CEO of AIIR Consulting, stated: “In recent years, several countries across the Middle East have established themselves as global leaders in innovation and transformation. The region is not only investing in innovative projects but in the leaders who will bring these visionary projects to life. We’re excited to contribute to this evolution by supporting leadership development in these dynamic economies.”

A launching team of experts has already been assembled, spearheaded by Robert Webb, who has been appointed as Managing Partner for the Middle East.

“The Dubai team is a powerhouse of extremely intelligent, highly skilled consultants who have deep expertise in the region and exceptional track records helping organizations outperform through excellent leadership,” noted Kirschner.

Dubai office lead Webb is an executive and senior executive coach with a career spanning key international markets such as Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Tokyo, London, and New York. He has gained decades of experience in leadership, digital transformation and growth, among others holding CxO-level roles at Etihad, Hilton and General Electric.

Webb, who holds an advanced coaching certification from Columbia Business School, also worked as a management consultant, internally at General Electric and at giant Accenture.

“Having worked in the Middle East for several years as both a senior executive and leadership coach, I’ve witnessed first-hand the extraordinary pace of growth and transformation. I’m excited to bring AIIR Consulting’s proven leadership development approach to the Middle East, partnering with our clients to strengthen their leadership and team capabilities,” said Webb.