Nathan Gatland: From UK Beginnings to Leading Corporate Solutions in Dubai

Nathan Gatland
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nathan-gatland-61a46245
openhubme.com

David Allen
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/david-allen-dubai
Mob: +971 56 288 4820

Join us in this insightful episode of the Rebel Agent Podcast as we sit down with Nathan Gatland, Managing Director of Openhub, a leading corporate services firm in Dubai. Nathan shares his journey from the UK to Dubai, detailing his career progression from real estate investment to leading a top-tier corporate services company.

In this episode, Nathan discusses the strategic growth of Openhub under his leadership, the challenges of setting up businesses in the UAE, and the importance of getting it right from the start. We also delve into the booming opportunities in Dubai's corporate sector and the future prospects for expansion into Saudi Arabia.

Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to set up in Dubai or simply interested in hearing from a successful business leader, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

00:00 - Introduction
Nathan Gatland, MD of Openhub, joins the Rebel Agent Podcast.

01:10 - Nathan’s Background
Nathan shares his journey from Milton Keynes, UK, to Dubai, and how he transitioned into the real estate investment industry.

04:50 - Early Career in Dubai
Nathan discusses his first job at IP Global and how he navigated the competitive sales environment.

09:20 - Transition to Marketing and Corporate Services
Nathan explains his move from sales to marketing and eventually into corporate services, including his role at the Trump Organization.

12:40 - Challenges in the UAE Market
Insight into the complexities of setting up businesses in Dubai and how Openhub helps clients navigate these challenges.

17:10 - Founding Openhub
Nathan talks about being headhunted to establish Openhub under the Sen Corp umbrella and the strategic vision behind the company.

21:00 - Growth of Openhub
A look at how Openhub has grown from a small team to a leading corporate services firm in Dubai.

23:30 - Future Expansion Plans
Nathan discusses Openhub’s plans for expansion into Saudi Arabia and other potential markets.

26:00 - Why Dubai?
Nathan elaborates on why Dubai is an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and the opportunities it offers.

29:10 - Networking and Golf in Dubai
How networking, particularly through golf, plays a significant role in business development in Dubai.

31:30 - Final Thoughts and How to Connect
Nathan shares his final thoughts on business growth in Dubai and how listeners can reach out to him.

33:00 - Closing Remarks
David wraps up the podcast and thanks Nathan for his insights.



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