Maven Insights celebrates 15 years of growth, excellence and strategy execution

Maven Insights, a leading management consultancy firm, is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, marking a significant milestone in its journey of growth, excellence, innovation, and impact in the consulting landscape.

What began in 2010 as a small vision has evolved into one of the region’s most trusted consultancy firms, specializing in strategy design and execution, transformation, digitalization, and people analytics. Over the past 15 years, the company has partnered with over 100 businesses, spanning more than 20 countries and 15+ industries, delivering more than 300 successful engagements.

“We’re proud of how far we’ve come and how much we’ve achieved,” says Alper Kulak, Founding Partner at Maven Insights. “From day one we have believed that insight only matters when it is executed. Our teams roll up their sleeves to help clients move from board-room aspiration to on-the-ground action – reshaping the way they approach strategy, operations and digitalization.”

“This could only have been made possible by the talented individuals in our team and the trust of our clients, who rely on us to navigate complex challenges all the way through to implementation.”

Asked about the ingredients behind its success, Kulak points at the firm’s hands-on approach to strategy execution – “we tailor our solutions, embed them, and measure and realize impact.”

Maven Insights’ network of 200+ subject-matter experts, on-site and worldwide, provides specialized know-how at each execution stage. This network enables the consulting firm to tap into specialized knowledge and insights for every project. “It allows us to align the most relevant expertise with each client’s specific needs, ensuring that every engagement is driven by the best minds in the industry,” Kulak says.

Reflecting on the firm’s regional success, Khalid Alkhudairi, Senior Partner and key executive leading Maven Insights’ presence in KSA, adds: “The growth we’ve experienced in the Kingdom and beyond is rooted in our ability to stay relevant, adaptable, and focused on what truly matters to clients. As the consulting landscape continues to evolve, so does our ambition to remain one step ahead, building long-term partnerships and shaping lasting impact.”

A Workplace Built for Doers

Meanwhile, Maven Insights has also established itself as one of the top companies to work for in the region, as per a benchmark of excellence conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute. “Each team member brings unique talents, and we foster a culture where people are empowered to deliver, not just advise. Achieving this milestone is a testament to the positive environment we’ve cultivated,” says Tan Ergen, Partner at Maven Insights.

The success at both client and employer side has fueled the consultancy’s expansion to offices in Riyadh, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Ankara, ensuring local proximity when projects move from planning into roll-out.

Excellence, Innovation and Implementation

For the company’s leadership team, Maven Insights’ success is not just measured by growth, the number of engagements, or accolades, but also by a reputation for its commitment to excellence, innovation and “making strategy happen”.

Demonstrating this, the firm took the initiative to launch the first forum dedicated to people analytics in the region. As the founder of the People Analytics Forum (PAForum), Maven Insights has been at the forefront of pioneering discussions around the role of data and analytics in HR and organizational transformation.

Since its inception, the PAForum has hosted seven editions, with the eighth planned for later this year, bringing together thought leaders and practitioners from across the region to exchange insights and drive the future of people analytics.

In addition to the PAForum, Maven Insights established the prestigious PA Award, celebrating excellence in people analytics. This award has recognized outstanding contributions to the field and has become a hallmark of achievement in the industry.

Looking Ahead

As Maven Insights celebrates its 15th anniversary, the company’s leadership team looks ahead with excitement. Key goals for 2025 include further expansion (including an increased presence in emerging markets), innovation in offerings, and joint consulting-tech solutions that help clients accelerate their growth.

“15 years is just the beginning. We are committed to continuing our journey of growth, delivering value, and creating a lasting impact for our clients. We are excited to see where the next 15 years will take us,” concludes Alkhudairi.