Tim Jacobs

Narrative Architect

Managing Director, KTS Global

About

Tim Jacobs is a preeminent strategist specializing in narrative architecture, with over 24 years of experience in major events and strategic communications. He is one of the world's foremost advisors on complex government initiatives, cognitive security, counter-disinformation strategy, and sovereign reputation architecture.

As Managing Director of KTS Global, Tim has delivered some of the world's most significant sovereign events and strategic communications initiatives, working directly with heads of state, royal families, and government institutions across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.

Career Highlights

  • Executive Producer, Papal Mass Abu Dhabi 2019 — Delivered historic Papal Mass attended by 180,000 people, marking Pope Francis's first visit to the Arabian Peninsula
  • Project Director, State Visit of Queen Elizabeth II to UAE (2010) — Instrumental in delivering the operational and protocol elements of Her Majesty's state visit
  • Strategic Advisor, Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 — Provided strategic counsel for the largest humanitarian sporting event in history
  • Senior Delivery Role, COP27 Egypt 2022 — Strategic delivery support for the UN Climate Change Conference
  • Strategic Consultant, Expo 2020 Dubai — Contributed to strategic communications and stakeholder engagement for the world exposition
  • Project Director, Xi Jinping Presidential Visit to UAE (2018) — Managed strategic delivery and operational coordination for the state visit

Expertise

Narrative Architecture

Systematic design and execution of compelling stories that shape global perception and advance sovereign positioning

Cognitive Security

Strategic counsel to governments on cognitive security, counter-disinformation, and information integrity

Sovereign Advisory

Building sovereign reputation architecture—the core disciplines required to navigate the complexities of the modern global stage

Major Events Delivery

Operational delivery for sovereign clients including state visits, royal visits, papal visits, and global sporting events

Background

Originally from Traralgon in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, Australia, Tim has built a distinguished career bridging strategic communications, major events, and sovereign advisory work. He founded KTS Global in March 2013 and has since established the organization as a trusted partner to governments and institutions worldwide.

Based in Dubai, UAE, Tim continues to advise on complex government initiatives, cognitive security strategies, and narrative architecture for clients navigating the modern information ecosystem.

Contact

For professional inquiries: [email protected]

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