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RISE to Power flynas’ Al Hilal FC Sponsorship! We’re excited to announce our strategic partnership with flynas to elevate their Al Hilal FC sponsorship over the next 2 years! Together, we’ll create impactful activations that engage fans, enhance brand presence, and inspire new journeys. What’s Coming: Brand Activations: Amplifying flynas' presence through stadiums, airports, in-flight, and digital platforms. Fan Engagement: Creating memorable moments around Al Hilal matchdays and events. Expanding Reach: Positioning flynas as a passionate supporter of Al Hilal and inspiring fans to explore new heights. This partnership blends aviation and sports excellence to drive visibility, engagement, and growth.  Let’s inspire fans to soar in life, the air, and the stands! Stay tuned for exciting activations and exclusive experiences! ⚽✈️ Jon L., Mary Kokaia, LL.M., Wedad Al Rasheed, Mohammed Alkhamees #Flynas #AlHilalFC #Partnership #Football #SportsMarketing رايز ترتقي برعاية فلاي ناس لنادي الهلال يسعدنا الإعلان عن شراكتنا الاستراتيجية مع فلاي ناس لدعم رعايتهم لنادي الهلال خلال العامين المقبلين. من خلال هذه الشراكة، سنقدم تجارب مبتكرة تعزز العلامة التجارية، تزيد من تفاعل الجماهير، وتفتح آفاقًا جديدة لعشاق الهلال. ما القادم؟ تفعيل العلامة التجارية: تعزيز حضور فلاي ناس عبر الملاعب، المطارات، الرحلات الجوية، والمنصات الرقمية. تجربة جماهيرية فريدة: خلق لحظات لا تُنسى لجماهير الهلال خلال المباريات والفعاليات. توسيع التأثير: ترسيخ فلاي ناس كداعم رئيسي لنادي الهلال وتحفيز المشجعين على استكشاف آفاق جديدة. شراكة تجمع بين الطيران والرياضة  لتعزيز الظهور والتفاعل والنمو. معًا، نرتقي بمستوى الرعاية الرياضية، ونحول الشغف إلى تجارب حقيقية تزيد من الحماس والتفاعل. ترقبوا المزيد من الفعاليات الحصرية والمفاجآت القادمة. #فلاي_ناس #الهلال #رايز #شراكة_استراتيجية #كرة_القدم #تجربة_المشجع

Congratulations to our very own superstar, Farah Badran on being selected for the 2025 cohort of @International Sports Convention (ISC) Thirty Under 30 Awards!  These prestigious awards celebrate young professionals that have demonstrated passion, creativity and brilliance within the Sports, Media, and Entertainment Industry. We are incredibly proud that Farah has been recognised as one of these young bright minds.   Well done from all of us at RISE — this is a fantastic achievement and a major career milestone… it’s truly well-deserved!

Exciting News: RISE PPI has officially rebranded as APEX Advisory! We’re thrilled to embark on this new chapter, and we invite you to follow our page for the latest updates, insights, and news as we continue to innovate and grow. APEX Advisory ME #NewBeginnings #ReBrand #BusinessGrowth #Innovation

🇸🇦 ذكرى تحمل في طياتها مجد وأصالة.. نفخر بجذورنا ونمضي نحو المستقبل! كل عام ورايتنا عالية #يوم_التأسيس #يوم_بدينا A day that carries a legacy of pride and heritage... We honour our roots and embrace the future! Happy Founding Day, KSA 🇸🇦 #foundingday

New Partnership Announcement: SPL & Samsung!    We’re delighted to have played a key role in facilitating this major international brand partnership between the Saudi Pro League (SPL) and Samsung.   This collaboration marks a significant milestone, as it underscores SPL’s commitment to working with global industry leaders to drive growth and bring cutting-edge technological innovation to the league. We’re excited about the opportunities this partnership will unlock for both the SPL and its passionate fans.   Here’s to a future of exciting new experiences! ⚽📱   #SPL #Samsung #Partnership #Innovation #SportsTech #GlobalPartnership

RISE is proud to have played a key role in the commercial sponsorship and partnership strategy for the Saudi Sports for All Federation’s (SFA) flagship events, the Riyadh Marathon 2025 and the SFA Expo.   This year’s marathon in Riyadh was inspirational, becoming the biggest marathon in the GCC region with over 40,000 participants - a complete sellout that doubles last year's participation of 20,000. Through our strategic efforts, we secured several key partnerships, including:  PepsiCo and its hydration brands Aquafina and Gatorade  Kayanee the lifestyle brand under PIF inspiring women to embrace movement, fitness, and active living Al Jazirah Vehicles Agencies Co. Ltd. the official distributor of Ford vehicles in Saudi Arabia  Kudu company for food and catering a leading Saudi fast-food chain  Apparel Group a global fashion and lifestyle retail group SPIMACO the Saudi Pharmaceutical Industries & Medical Appliances Corporation, a leader in healthcare This amazing achievement is a breakthrough in the intersection of collaboration, strategy, and community engagement. From the energetic vibes in the Fan Village to the thousands of participants, the event showcased the best of sports, wellness, and teamwork! A special thanks to Saudi Sports for All Federation - الاتحاد السعودي للرياضة للجميع for their visionary leadership, and to Abdoon Bin Abdoon and Ammar Alamro عمار العمرو, whose relentless efforts and creativity ensured the event’s success.

We’re proud to have played a key part in securing several partnerships recently signed at the Cities in Action Forum: -Dubai Chambers signed an agreement with Expo City Dubai as a Major Partner for 2025APCS. -Emicool was also named a Partner for the Summit. -APCS-focused agreements were also announced with AIM Congress, UN Habitat, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry - Dubai Branch (FICCI) and the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI). The partnerships highlight a shared commitment to working with Expo City Dubai to deliver long-term value for cities and businesses seeking trade and investment opportunities across Asia Pacific, MEASA and beyond. #Partnerships #2025APCS #GlobalCollaboration

We’re excited to announce that Abu Dhabi will host the 2025 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four—the first time ever in the UAE! This groundbreaking partnership marks a significant milestone in EuroLeague Basketball’s global expansion. As Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a hub for sporting excellence continues to grow, we’re confident this event will elevate EuroLeague Basketball to new heights, bringing unmatched energy and passion from fans across the region. Interested in partnering with the Final Four? Reach out to marketing@risegroupme.com for sponsorship opportunities. Let’s get ready for an unforgettable experience! 🌍🏀 #EuroLeagueFinalFour #AbuDhabi #Basketball #SponsorshipOpportunities

Leveling Up: ESA Sales Training Complete! 🎓 This week, we had the privilege of bringing together 12 exceptional members of our sales teams from Dubai and Riyadh for a two-day ESA Sales Certificate Training at The Els Club in Dubai. Led by the brilliant Cat Hawkins, a renowned expert in sponsorship sales, the training focused on honing essential skills in audience prospecting, proposal development, negotiation, and contract management. The sessions were not only highly engaging but also packed with actionable insights that sparked fresh ideas and approaches. It was inspiring to see the team’s energy, collaboration, and commitment—everyone walked away better equipped to excel in the competitive world of sponsorship sales. A huge thank you to Cat Hawkins for her tailored and impactful training, and to the entire team for their enthusiasm and active participation. This wasn’t just a training event; it was a chance to strengthen connections, align on best practices, and set the stage for even greater success as we continue to fuel RISE’s growth. 🚀  European Sponsorship Association (ESA) #SalesTraining #SponsorshipSales #TeamDevelopment

We're excited to announce the appointment of Jon Long as the new leader of our Sport, Culture & Entertainment (SCE) Consulting & Advisory Practice. Following a record-breaking 2024, RISE is expanding with the launch of a new sports, culture, and entertainment consulting practice that will be led by Jon L.. Jon brings over 25 years of experience to RISE, including leadership roles at ONSIDE, Nielsen and the ICC. In his new role, he will work alongside RISE Partners Dave McCann and Will Kitchen to support brands, rights and asset owners and investors from our offices in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. RISE's SCE Consulting & Advisory team will offer a suite of sector-specific strategic, commercial, and analytical services built on a decade of regional insight and commercial success. We’re excited to strengthen our team and help clients unlock new opportunities in the rapidly growing sector of sport, culture, and entertainment. Welcome onboard, Jon! #RISE #Sports #Culture #Entertainment #Leadership #GCC #Advisory يسرّنا الإعلان عن تعيين جون لونغ لقيادة قسم الاستشارات في مجالات الرياضة والثقافة والترفيه في شركة رايز. بعد عام 2024 الذي شهد إنجازات قياسية، تقوم رايز بتوسيع نطاق اعمالها من خلال إطلاق قسم جديد للاستشارات في مجالات الرياضة والثقافة والترفيه، بقيادة جون لونغ. يُحضِر جون معه خبرة تزيد عن 25 عامًا، شغل خلالها مناصب قيادية في شركات مرموقة مثل ONSIDE وNielsen والمجلس الدولي للكريكيت ICC في دوره الجديد، سيتعاون مع شركاء رايز، ديف ماكان وويل كيتشن، لدعم العلامات التجارية ومالكي الحقوق والأصول والمستثمرين من مكاتبنا في المملكة العربية السعودية والإمارات العربية المتحدة. سيقدم فريق الاستشارات الجديد في قسم الرياضة والثقافة والترفيه مجموعة من الخدمات الاستراتيجية والتجارية والتحليلية المتخصصة، مستندة إلى عقد من الرؤى الإقليمية والنجاح التجاري. نحن متحمسون لتعزيز فريقنا ومساعدة عملائنا على اكتشاف الفرص الواعدة في قطاع الرياضة والثقافة والترفيه الذي يشهد نمواً سريعاً. اهلاً بك في الفريق، جون!