Landmark Government & Brand Projects

Each project begins with Strategy—defining the narrative that shapes global perception. This creates powerful Positioning for our partners. The result is enduring Legacy, delivered through flawless event management and world-class execution that becomes historic milestones.

NEOM Media Industry Showcase
Sovereign Positioning2023

NEOM Media Industry Showcase

Engineered for Impact: NEOM's creative hub shines

Delivered by KTS Global staff. To position NEOM as the epicentre of the future media landscape, our team engineered a two-day showcase that was more than an event—it was a statement of intent. We conv...

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NEOM World Economic Forum Davos
Strategic Advisory2024

NEOM World Economic Forum Davos

From panels to bilaterals: Davos influence

Delivered by KTS Global staff. At the nexus of global power in Davos, our mission was to maximize NEOM's influence and advance its investment agenda. We architected a seamless presence, choreographing...

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How a Flawless Presidential State Visit Redefined UAE-China Relations
State-Level Events2018

How a Flawless Presidential State Visit Redefined UAE-China Relations

UAE-China Week 2018: A Masterclass in Diplomatic Event Architecture

When a nation hosts a global superpower, the stakes are absolute. The 2018 State Visit of President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China to the UAE was far more than a diplomatic formality; it...

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The Strategic Architect Behind Queen Elizabeth II's Landmark 2010 UAE State Visit
State-Level Events2010

The Strategic Architect Behind Queen Elizabeth II's Landmark 2010 UAE State Visit

A Blueprint for Diplomatic Success

A sovereign state visit is more than a series of events; it is a complex diplomatic ballet where every detail carries the weight of national reputation. In 2010, the United Arab Emirates welcomed Her ...

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The 71-Hour Miracle: First Papal Mass on the Arabian Peninsula
Sovereign Event Architecture2019

The 71-Hour Miracle: First Papal Mass on the Arabian Peninsula

Executive Producer: Tim Jacobs, Regional COO, KTS Global

Key Facts & Figures Event Date: February 5, 2019 Location: Zayed Sports City Stadium, Dubai, UAE Attendance: 180,000+ (Largest public gathering in UAE history) ...

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The Advisor's Edge: Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019
Strategic Advisory2019

The Advisor's Edge: Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

Strategic Advisory for the World's Largest Humanitarian Sporting Event

When the world's largest humanitarian sporting event, the Special Olympics World Games, arrived in Abu Dhabi, the scale was unprecedented. The success of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies hinged not ...

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Brand Architecture for @chanelprincessdubai
Luxury Brand StrategyOngoing

Brand Architecture for @chanelprincessdubai

Architecting a New Paradigm of Fashion Authority

Client: Lee Davies (@chanelprincessdubai) Objective: To transform a world class private fashion collection from a personal passion into a globally recognized cultural institution, repositioni...

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Mubadala Investment Forum
Corporate Events2024

Mubadala Investment Forum

Convening Global Capital: $230 Billion AUM Showcase

Delivered by KTS Global staff. For Mubadala, one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds, our team delivered an annual investment forum that served as both showcase and strategic engagement plat...

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The Red Sea International Film Festival
Cultural Events2023

The Red Sea International Film Festival

Celebrating Cinematic Excellence in Saudi Arabia

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team was entrusted to orchestrate the complete guest experience for the world's most influential film talent at one of the region's most important new cultural landm...

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NEOM
Strategic Advisory2024

NEOM

A Vision of the Future: Innovation, Technology, and Sustainable Living

Delivered by KTS Global staff. For a project that is redefining the future, the guest experience for its most important delegations must be nothing short of visionary. Our team was tasked with designi...

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MDL Beast - XP Music Conference
Music & Entertainment2023

MDL Beast - XP Music Conference

The Epicenter of the Middle East's Music Industry

Delivered by KTS Global staff. At the heart of the region's music revolution, our team was the operational engine for its most important strategic gathering. We managed the end-to-end delivery of the ...

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Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix VIP Experience
Luxury Experiences2023

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix VIP Experience

Where Speed Meets Strategy: 10,000 Corporate Guests

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team designed and delivered the VIP hospitality experience for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, transforming race weekend into a strategic platform for corporate relationsh...

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Vladimir Putin Presidential Visit, Abu Dhabi
State-Level Events2019

Vladimir Putin Presidential Visit, Abu Dhabi

Sovereign Hospitality at Emirates Palace

Delivered by KTS Global staff. When President Vladimir Putin visited Abu Dhabi in 2019, the stakes were nothing short of historic. Our team was entrusted with managing the cultural programming at Emir...

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Saudi Arabia Media Oasis, G20 India
Strategic Advisory2023

Saudi Arabia Media Oasis, G20 India

Strategic Media Operations at Global Summit

Delivered by KTS Global staff. With less than three weeks to deliver, our team executed the KSA Media Oasis for G20 India—a complete media operations hub that amplified the Kingdom's narrative at one ...

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Qasr Al Hosn Festival, Abu Dhabi
Cultural Events2012–2013

Qasr Al Hosn Festival, Abu Dhabi

Heritage Programming at Abu Dhabi's Oldest Landmark

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Embedded within the Executive Committee, our team managed and delivered the Qasr Al Hosn Festival, bringing Abu Dhabi's oldest and most significant cultural landmark to ...

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Esports World Cup 2025, Saudi Arabia
Strategic Advisory2024

Esports World Cup 2025, Saudi Arabia

Master Planning for Global Gaming Championship

Delivered by KTS Global staff. In just two weeks, our team developed a comprehensive 325-page master planning pitch for the Esports World Cup—the world's largest gaming championship. Our submission in...

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Global Citizen F1 VIP Gala, Abu Dhabi
Luxury Experiences2023

Global Citizen F1 VIP Gala, Abu Dhabi

Purpose-Driven Luxury During Grand Prix Week

Delivered by KTS Global staff. During Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week, our team curated and delivered the Global Citizen F1 VIP Gala—a high-touch event that blended elite networking with purpose-driven prog...

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Discover NEOM Series
Corporate Events2023

Discover NEOM Series

11-Day Multi-City Stakeholder Engagement

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Over 11 days across multiple Saudi cities, our team delivered the Discover NEOM series—an immersive event program designed to showcase NEOM's transformative vision to ke...

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Bayt Qatar: A Case Study in Sovereign Representation
Sports Events2012

Bayt Qatar: A Case Study in Sovereign Representation

Building a Nation's Vision in London - Bayt Qatar

Building a Nation's Vision in London - Bayt Qatar For a nation on the world stage, the Olympic Games is more than a sporting event; it is a geopolitical landmark. The challenge for the Qatar ...

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Mission Critical: How a FIFA-Standard Stadium Upgrade Was Delivered in Just 60 Days
Mission-Critical Delivery2018

Mission Critical: How a FIFA-Standard Stadium Upgrade Was Delivered in Just 60 Days

Expert Methodology Behind the Mission-Critical Upgrade of Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium

Mission Critical: How a FIFA-Standard Stadium Upgrade Was Delivered in Just 60 Days When the FIFA Club World Cup was weeks away, the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain faced a non-negotiable c...

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Samsung Diamond League Athletics
Sports Events2019

Samsung Diamond League Athletics

Brand Activation at Elite Track & Field

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced and managed Samsung's activation at the Diamond League—the premier international athletics series. Delivering seamless event operations, experiential b...

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NEOM Sports Hub Accommodation
Sports Facilities2023

NEOM Sports Hub Accommodation

World-Class Athlete Village for Beach Games

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team developed and managed the accommodation hub for the NEOM Beach Games, delivering world-class facilities and guest experience for international athletes and offi...

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Tuwaiq Oasis Cultural Programming
Cultural Events2022

Tuwaiq Oasis Cultural Programming

Celebrating Saudi Heritage and Innovation

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team curated and delivered immersive cultural programming at Tuwaiq Oasis, celebrating Saudi heritage and innovation through art, music, and interactive installation...

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FIBA 3x3 Basketball, Abu Dhabi
Sports Events2021

FIBA 3x3 Basketball, Abu Dhabi

Elevating Abu Dhabi as Global Sports Destination

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team delivered operational management and fan engagement for the FIBA 3x3 basketball tournament in Abu Dhabi, elevating the city's profile as a global sports destina...

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The Line Experience
Innovation2023

The Line Experience

Immersive Showcase of NEOM's Revolutionary Urban Vision

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team designed and produced "The Line Experience"—an interactive showcase for NEOM's revolutionary linear city concept. Blending immersive storytelling, digital engag...

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NEOM at Milken Institute, Los Angeles
Corporate Events2023

NEOM at Milken Institute, Los Angeles

Strategic Positioning at Premier Global Forum

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team managed NEOM's presence at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles, delivering strategic messaging, stakeholder engagement, and high-profile netwo...

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NEOM Showcase at United Nations
International Relations2022

NEOM Showcase at United Nations

Sustainable Development on the Global Stage

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced NEOM's showcase at the United Nations, highlighting sustainable development and innovation to a global diplomatic audience. Managing exhibition design,...

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Paris Media Oasis for Expo 2030
Media Events2023

Paris Media Oasis for Expo 2030

Media Hub for Saudi Arabia's Winning Bid Campaign

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team orchestrated the Media Oasis in Paris for Saudi Arabia's Expo 2030 bid, managing live broadcasts, stakeholder engagement, and operational support for the Kingdo...

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G20 India Media Oasis
Media Events2023

G20 India Media Oasis

KSA Media Hub for Global Summit

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team delivered the KSA Media Oasis at G20 India, providing end-to-end venue management, media operations, and narrative amplification for the Kingdom's delegation. M...

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McLaren at The Line
Brand Activation2023

McLaren at The Line

Luxury Automotive Meets Futuristic Urbanism

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced McLaren's experiential activation at The Line, fusing luxury automotive excellence with NEOM's futuristic vision in a high-impact showcase. Designing i...

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Bashayer Community Event Series
Cultural Events2021

Bashayer Community Event Series

Celebrating Local Culture and Creativity

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team curated and managed the Bashayer event series, celebrating local culture, creativity, and community spirit through diverse programming. Blending traditional per...

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Red Sea International Film Festival Concerts
Cultural Events2023

Red Sea International Film Festival Concerts

Major Concert Production for Cinema Celebration

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team led operational delivery and major concert production for the Red Sea International Film Festival, including galas, awards ceremonies, and headline performances...

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GQ Gala, Jeddah
Luxury Events2023

GQ Gala, Jeddah

Fashion, Culture, and Celebrity Engagement

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced the GQ Gala in Jeddah, delivering a high-profile evening of fashion, culture, and celebrity engagement. Managing venue design, VIP hospitality, media c...

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HIA Magazine Gala Dinner
Corporate Events2022

HIA Magazine Gala Dinner

Premium Hospitality for Regional Publication

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team managed the HIA Magazine Gala Dinner, providing seamless event production and VIP hospitality for a leading regional publication. Coordinating venue design, cat...

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Museum Commission Strategy Launch
Cultural Strategy2022

Museum Commission Strategy Launch

Engaging Stakeholders with Cultural Vision

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced the launch event for the Museum Commission's new strategy, engaging stakeholders and media with curated content and presentations. Managing venue desig...

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Misk Art Week
Cultural Events2021

Misk Art Week

Supporting Emerging Artists and Creative Dialogue

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team delivered programming and production for Misk Art Week, supporting emerging artists and creative dialogue across Saudi Arabia. Curating exhibitions, managing ar...

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SeaWorld Yas Island Grand Opening
Major Events2023

SeaWorld Yas Island Grand Opening

Theme Park Launch with VVIP Experiences

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team designed and executed the grand opening of SeaWorld Yas Island, including custom stage design, VVIP experiences, and extensive project management. Coordinating ...

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Qasr Al Watan Grand Opening
Landmark Events2019

Qasr Al Watan Grand Opening

Presidential Palace Launch with Cultural Ceremony

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced the grand opening of Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi's presidential palace, with immersive ceremonies and cultural programming. Managing protocol, guest exper...

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Anniversary of Human Fraternity Document
Interfaith Events2020

Anniversary of Human Fraternity Document

Interfaith Dialogue and Cultural Unity

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team managed the anniversary celebration of the Document on Human Fraternity, delivering a program of unity, dialogue, and cultural exchange. Coordinating interfaith...

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Special Olympics MENA Opening Ceremony
Sports Events2018

Special Olympics MENA Opening Ceremony

Championing Inclusion and Athletic Achievement

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced the opening ceremony for the Special Olympics MENA, championing inclusion and athletic achievement across the region. Managing ceremonial programming, ...

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Al Burda Festival 2021
Cultural Events2021

Al Burda Festival 2021

Celebrating Islamic Arts and Culture

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team curated and delivered the Al Burda Festival, celebrating Islamic arts and culture through exhibitions, performances, and workshops. Managing artistic programmin...

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Parenthood: The Unconference
Thought Leadership2020

Parenthood: The Unconference

Pioneering Family and Community Dialogue

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team produced "Parenthood: The Unconference," a pioneering event focused on family, parenting, and community dialogue through interactive sessions. Breaking from tra...

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FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 - Matches at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium
Sports Events2018

FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 - Matches at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium

Elite Football Tournament with 4K Broadcasting Innovation

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team provided strategic advisory for the 15th edition of the FIFA Club World Cup at the state-of-the-art Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain—the only stadium in the UA...

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Vanity Fair's Celebration of Women in Cinema
Cultural Events2022

Vanity Fair's Celebration of Women in Cinema

Honoring Female Talent at Red Sea Film Festival

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team coordinated an exclusive gala celebrating visionary female talent from the global film industry, hosted by the Red Sea International Film Festival in partnershi...

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Misk Art Week 2021
Cultural Events2021

Misk Art Week 2021

Identity in the Face of Rapid Change

Delivered by KTS Global staff. Our team planned and coordinated Saudi Arabia's premier contemporary art event exploring the theme "Identity in the Face of Rapid Change." Managing strategic event plann...

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Portfolio Attribution

The projects featured in this portfolio were delivered by the professional team that now operates as KTS Global, a independent strategic advisory firm.

These case studies represent work executed by our senior leadership and operational staff during their tenure at predecessor organizations, including roles at HQWS and KTS Global. The strategic expertise, operational methodologies, and client relationships developed through these engagements form the foundation of KTS Global's current capabilities.

Tim Jacobs, now Regional Chief Operating Officer of KTS Global, served as Project Director or Lead Consultant on the majority of featured projects. The institutional knowledge, proven delivery frameworks, and stakeholder networks established through this body of work directly inform our client service today.

All projects are presented in accordance with professional standards and with respect for client confidentiality. This portfolio demonstrates our team's track record and does not imply current institutional affiliations with predecessor entities.